In Unit 9.11, the focus shifts to the practical skill of making polite requests and asking for permission in American Sign Language (ASL). This unit introduces specific grammatical structures for asking someone to do something and emphasizes the cultural nuances of politeness in the Deaf community.
These answers are derived from the most widely used 3rd Edition of Signing Naturally (Units 7-12). If your edition differs, the specific landmarks may change, but the logic remains identical. Signing Naturally 9.11 Answers
Unit 9.11 focuses on the critical ASL skill of when giving directions. Instead of looking at a map from above, you must describe the route as if you are walking or driving it. When you describe a turn, you "shift" your body to face the new direction and continue as if that street is now directly in front of you. Signing Naturally 9.11 Answer Key: Locations 1–10 In Unit 9