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Step 1

Sign Language
Adults and children who are deaf and hard of hearing use sign language. It is
a language that uses hand movement and body language instead of spoken
words. Sign language is used internationally, but it varies from country to country.
People often take sign language classes at a university. Becoming a translator is
one of the options for someone looking for a career using sign language.

Step 2

Sign Language
• Used by
• A language that uses
• Dates back to
• Varies
• Classes are offered at
• People who study sign language are usually

• A good career is
• The most common sign is
• Libraries and bookstores have

Step 3

The professor is talking about sign language. Explain why people use sign language
and what career choices are available for people who want to use sign language

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