Which term describes the movement of a body part to emphasize what is being said?

• A. Sign Language
• B. Gestures
• C. Braille
• D. Brainstorming

Answer: (B)

Gestures are movements of the body used to emphasize what is being said. When you speak, you often accompany your words with hand movements, facial expressions, or posture to add emphasis, convey emotion, or clarify meaning. These nonverbal cues help the listener understand tone and intent that words alone might not fully express. For example, a raised hand to pause, a shrug to show uncertainty, or a pointed finger to highlight a point—all of these reinforce or illustrate what you’re saying. This idea differs from sign language, which is a full language with its own grammar; braille, a tactile reading system for the blind; and brainstorming, a technique for generating ideas. So, the movement of a body part to emphasize what is being said is gestures.