Interpreting and Translation Quiz

What is the main difference between interpreting and translation?

• Interpreting is only done for live events

• Interpreting is done in verbal form, while translation is done in written form

• Interpreting is always longer than translation

• Interpreting requires using dictionaries, while translation does not

What is the main skill required for interpreters?

• Knowing every single word uttered by the speakers

• Being able to use dictionaries during interpretation

• Ability to write well in the target language

• Transferring meaning from source language to target language comprehensibly

What is the main characteristic of simultaneous interpreters?

• They review speeches before events

• They interpret in both directions simultaneously

• They work alone without breaks

• They listen to the speaker and interpret with only a few seconds delay

What is the main characteristic of consecutive interpreters?

• They interpret for large live events

• They work into their second language

• They are able to swap between both languages throughout the exchange

• They interpret in one direction only

What is an important evaluation point for interpreters?

• Drawing skills

• Typing speed

• Completeness

• Handwriting

What is a key aptitude for good interpreters?

• Cooking skills

• Memory

• Driving proficiency

• Ability to play musical instruments

Which of the following is a recommended practice for interpreters?

• Play real-player files without interpreting

• Interpret without reading the text

• Read the printed material without interpreting

• Cover subtitles while interpreting TV programs

Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Simultaneous interpreting

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(b) Consecutive interpreting

• Listening and speaking at the same time

• Usually work in pairs

• Interpreting after the speaker has finished speaking

• Common in conference settings

• Interpreting as the speaker speaks

• swap between both languages

• Requires good note-taking skills

• Common in courtrooms and legal settings

• normally work alone

• Interpret in one direction only

• Often used in diplomatic meetings