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serike

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The Deaf Community exists as
 
  a. a distinct disability group within our society.
  b. a distinct cultural group within our society.
  c. a strong community support group for children that have received cochlear implants.
  d. a distinct handicapped group within our society .

Question 2

What does it mean to be bilingual and bicultural as an individual who is deaf and why should supports take this into consideration?
 
  What will be an ideal response?



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dajones82

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Answer to Question 1

ANSWER: b

Answer to Question 2

ANSWER: Answers should address the fact that many individuals who are deaf are fluent in two languages: ASL and English. Many learn English as a second language learning to communicate first in ASL. There is also a distinct Deaf culture of shared values, norms, and behaviors.




serike

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Reply 2 on: Jul 31, 2018
Excellent


miss.ashley

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Great answer, keep it coming :)

 

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