Which of the following statements about gestural languages is FALSE?
A)Speech may have evolved from gestures that were utilized throughout human history.
B)Sign languages are part of one's personal identity and define a distinct community and culture.
C)American Sign Language is readily understood by those who "speak" French sign or Chinese sign.
D)American Sign Language has a spatial grammar, syntax, and semantics all its own.

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American Sign Language (ASL) is a distinct language with its own grammar, syntax, and semantics. It is not necessarily readily understood by those who "speak" other sign languages, such as French sign or Chinese sign. While different sign languages may share similarities, they are still distinct languages with their own rules and structures.

Which of the Following Statements About Gestural Languages Is FALSE