To sign the word democracy, use the ASL sign for “people” and then move your dominant hand in a circular motion above your non-dominant hand. This represents the concept of people governing themselves through equal participation.
To sign the word ‘tasks’ in American Sign Language, use both hands to form a fist with the middle finger extended. Then, make a tapping motion with the middle fingers of both hands touching each other twice.
To sign the word “classroom,” form the letter “C” with your dominant hand and place it on your non-dominant forearm, then twist your wrist to form a “C” shape again.
To sign the word “periods,” use both hands to form the letter P, then move them outward and downward in a circular motion to represent the dots in the word.
To sign “unable,” use your dominant hand to make a fist and place it on your chest, then twist your wrist outward while keeping your fist closed. This signifies the concept of “not able” or “incapable.”
To sign the word “finder,” first make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your index finger. Then, tap the side of your forehead with your index finger twice. This represents using your mind to find words.
To sign the word “earn,” make a fist with your dominant hand and place it against your chest, then twist your wrist a couple times as if you are screwing something in.
To sign the word “doubt,” use your dominant hand to make a letter D shape with your index finger and thumb, then bring that hand up to your forehead and tap twice.
To sign the word “sir,” use your dominant hand to make a fist and place it near your forehead with your thumb touching your forehead. Then, make a small circle motion with your fist while keeping your thumb in contact…
To sign the word “northwest,” use your middle and index fingers to point diagonally up and to the left, as if indicating a direction on a map.