Basics of profession
A "translator"
a) Converts speech in one language into speech in another language.
b) Converts written material in one language into written material in another language.
b) Converts written material in one language into written material in another language.
In consecutive interpreting
a) The speaker pauses and waits for the interpreter to interpret.
b) The interpreter interprets while the speaker is still talking.
The speaker pauses and waits for the interpreter to interpret.
What is the defining feature of simultaneous interpreting?
a) Interpreting after the speaker finishes a full sentence.
b) Rendering speech into another language in real-time, with minimal delay.
c) Focusing only on written notes for accuracy.
b) Rendering speech into another language in real-time, with minimal delay.
Famous web-site, which is often used in translation
nowadays.
a) google translate
b) deepl
c) Yandex translate
Google Translate
International Interpreter Appreciation Day is celebrated annually on ............, a date chosen with intention to align with the feast of St. Jerome, the Bible translator, who is considered the patron saint of translators
a) September 30th
b) September 20th
c) September 10th
a) September 30th
An "interpreter"
a) Converts speech in one language into speech in another language.
b) Converts written material in one language into written material in another langauge.
Converts speech in one language into speech in another language.
When communicating via an interpreter, speak directly to your interpreter.
TRUE
FALSE
TRUE
When communicating via an interpreter, it is important to speak directly to the interpreter because they are the ones who will be conveying your message to the other person.
Which skill is MOST critical for simultaneous interpreters?
a) Advanced writing ability
b) Real-time listening and speaking under pressure
c) Expertise in graphic design
b) Real-time listening and speaking under pressure
The Georgetown–IBM experiment was an influential demonstration of machine translation, which was performed ............
a) on January 7, 1954.
b) on January 7, 1955
c) on January 7, 1956
a) on January 7, 1954.
Which ancient text still sparks debates among translators?
a) The Mahabharata.
b) The Odyssey
c) Text messages.
The Mahabharata.
An interpreter should
a) Act as an advocate.
b) Remain neutral.
b) Remain neutral.
What does "consecutive interpretation" involve?
a) Interpreting while the speaker talks continuously.
b) Taking notes and interpreting during the speaker’s pauses.
c) Whispering translations to a small audience.
b) Taking notes and interpreting during the speaker’s pauses.
In which setting are simultaneous interpreters MOST commonly used?
a) Small business meetings
b) International conferences or live broadcasts
c) One-on-one medical consultations
b) International conferences or live broadcasts
The Georgetown– experiment was named after .....
a) Town
b) Village
c) School
d) University
d) University
Which famous Russian writer was a professional translator?
a) Korney Chukovsky
b) Leo Tolstoy.
c) Fyodor Dostoevsky.
Korney Chukovsky (translated Whitman, Kipling).
If someone reambles on, without pausing, you should:
a) Tell them they are being rude.
b) Wait until they are finished.
c) Interrupt. Politely ask them to pause more frequently so that the interpreter can interpret.
c) Interrupt. Politely ask them to pause more frequently so that the interpreter can interpret.
What is a common ethical obligation for interpreters?
a) Adding personal opinions for clarity
b) Maintaining confidentiality
c) Adjusting messages to suit cultural preferences
b) Maintaining confidentiality
What skill is CRUCIAL for simultaneous interpreters to master?
a) Advanced handwriting
b) Multitasking (listening while speaking)
c) Graphic design
b) Multitasking (listening while speaking)
What is "end-to-end machine translation"?
a) A type of punctuation mark
b) A machine translation approach that directly translates from the source language to the target language
c) A synonym for tokenization
A machine translation approach that directly translates from the source language to the target language
Which language is considered the hardest to translate due to its characters?
a) Arabic.
b) Chinese.
c) Hungarian.
d) Brazilian
b) Chinese.
Typically, bilingual speakers speak both their languages equally well.
TRUE
FALSE
FALSE
Bilingual speakers do not necessarily speak both their languages equally well. Proficiency in each language can vary depending on factors such as exposure, use and education.
Think of your interpreter as:
a) Your eyes and your ears.
b) Your voice and your ears.
c) Your right arm.
b) Your voice and your ears.
Interpreter is responsible for both speaking and listening, which is represented by "Your voice and your ears. "
Which historical event popularized the use of simultaneous interpreting?
a) The invention of the telephone
b) The Nuremberg Trials after WWII
c) The Apollo 11 moon landing
d) The invention of Smartphone
b) The Nuremberg Trials after WWII
What is "machine translation post-editor"?
a) A tool for converting text to binary code
b) A human translator who reviews and improves machine-generated translations
c) A measure of sentiment polarity in translations
b) A human translator who reviews and improves machine-generated translations
What is a key ethical challenge for simultaneous interpreters?
a) Adding jokes to lighten the mood
b) Staying neutral and avoiding personal bias
c) Correcting the speaker’s factual errors
b) Staying neutral and avoiding personal bias