To sign the word “Connecticut,” use the ASL (American Sign Language) sign for the letter “C” followed by the sign for the state abbreviation “T.”

To sign the word “citizens,” use the ASL sign for “C” followed by the sign for “people.”

To sign the word “requested,” use both hands to make a “R” shape with your index fingers and thumbs. Place the R handshape on your chest and move it forward in a circular motion. Then, make a “Q” handshape with…

To sign the word “backup,” form the letter B with your dominant hand and tap it twice against the palm or back of your non-dominant hand.

To sign the word “concern,” use both hands to make a “C” shape and bring them towards your chest, tapping your chest with your index fingers.

To sign the word “describe,” you would use your dominant hand to form a “D” shape with your index finger and thumb, and then move it in a circular motion over your non-dominant hand, which is in a flat palm…

To sign the word “mississippi,” use both hands to make the letter “M” shape and move them in a circular motion in front of your chest.

To sign the word ‘knows’, use your dominant hand to make a flat ‘O’ shape with your thumb and index finger, then touch your temple with that hand twice.

To sign the word “percentage”, use both hands to make the letter “P” and then tap your thumb and index finger together a few times.

To sign the word occur, use your dominant hand to make a “C” shape, then rotate it at the wrist to make a “U” shape.