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To sign the word “specials,” use your dominant hand to make a closed fist with your index finger pointing straight up. Then, starting at the top of your head, move your index finger down in a small, circular motion.

To sign the word “buildings,” use both hands to make a flat, horizontal shape with your fingers and palms facing down. Move your hands outward and upward in a small arc, as if drawing the shape of a building.

To sign the word bookmark, use the American Sign Language (ASL) gesture for “book” and then make a horizontal line with your finger on the side of your hand to represent the bookmark.

To sign the word “hey,” make a fist and raise your hand towards your ear, then tap your index finger on your cheek.

To sign the word “previously,” make a circular motion with your dominant hand on the side of your non-dominant hand, near the wrist.

To sign the word “certification,” you would use a combination of hand gestures and movements to convey the spelling and meaning of the word.

To sign the word “bonus,” use your dominant hand to make a flat palm facing up, then use your other hand to touch your fingertips to the palm once.

¶ To sign the word “cruise,” you would use both hands in a horizontal position, palms facing down, and move them forward in a smooth motion as if mimicking a boat sailing on water.

To sign the word “appeal,” hold your dominant hand in a fist, with the thumb extended and touching the chin. Then, flick the thumb forward and downward twice in quick motion.

To sign the word alpha, make a fist with your dominant hand and extend your thumb and pinky fingers while tucking in your other three fingers. Then, touch your thumb to your forehead, next to your eye. This represents the…