Unit 3: Translation Methods

What is the main goal of a "faithful translation" method?

• To prioritize the effectiveness of the message to be communicated

• To adapt the text for cultural relevance

• To be completely faithful to the intention and realization of the source language writer

• To focus on achieving aesthetic effects

In "semantic translation," what is the primary focus when compared to "faithful translation"?

• Preserving the literal meaning of the original text

• Adapting the text for cultural relevance

• Achieving aesthetic effects

• Prioritizing the effectiveness of the message to be communicated

Which type of translation method is considered the "freest form of translation"?

• Word for word translation

• Literal translation

• Free translation

• Idiomatic translation

When is a "literal translation" method most commonly used, as mentioned in the text?

• To preserve the theme, plots, and characters of the original text

• To reproduce the matter without the manner, often resulting in larger paraphrases

• To prioritize achieving cultural relevance

• To understand the mechanics of the source text or construct a difficult text as a pre-translation process

What does "communicative translation" prioritize when compared to "semantic translation"?

• Preserving the literal meaning of the original text

• Adaptation for cultural relevance

• Readability and naturalness, as well as the effectiveness of the message

• Achieving aesthetic effects

Which translation methods did the translator use here?

SL: With the touch of her wand, the fairy godmother turned the pumpkin into a magnificent coach

TL: Với sự chạm của cô ấy đũa thần, bà tiên đỡ đầu biến quả bí ngô thành một thần kỳ cỗ xe

• Literal translation

• Faithful translation

• Word for word translation

• Idiomatic translation

Which translation methods did the translator use here?

SL: My being late was a blessing in disguise.

TL: Việc tôi đến muộn lại là một điều may mắn.

• Literal translation

• Faithful translation

• Adaptation translation

• Idiomatic translation

Which translation methods did the translator use here?

SL: "Is this the place?" Sara whispered, cuddling still closer to him. "Is it, papa?"

TL: "Đây có phải là nơi này không?" Sara thì thầm, vẫn ôm chặt anh hơn. "Có phải vậy bố?"

• Literal translation

• Faithful translation

• Adaptation translation

• Idiomatic translation

In the second version of "DUCKS' DITTY," how does the translator enhance the rhythmic quality of the text in the fourth paragraph?

• The gender of the ducks

• The cultural references

• The order of the words

• The overall theme

What is the primary reason for the translator changing the term "roach" to "cá trắm" in the second version of "DUCKS' DITTY"?

• To simplify the translation

• To maintain the English cultural context

• To enhance the rhythmic quality of the text

• To provide a cultural reference familiar to Vietnamese readers