American Sign Language (ASL) is used extensively in the deaf community. Which of the following does NOT describe ASL?
A) ASL follows the same semantic and syntactic structure as spoken language
B) ASL is distinct and genetically unrelated to spoken English
C) ASL is part of the bilingual education proposed for deaf students
D) ASL is the natural communication mode of deaf adults
E) ASL is founded on a combination of symbolic gestures

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ASL does not follow the same semantic and syntactic structure as spoken language; it has its own unique structure.

American Sign Language (ASL) Is Used Extensively in the Deaf