Types of Translation Quiz

What is the most important factor in determining how you approach a translation?

• Type of translation the client wants

• Translator's preference

• Client's speed requirement

• Client's budget

What type of translation involves translating only selected sections of the text?

• Publication Purposes Translation

• Information Purposes Translation

• Selective Translation

• Gist Translation

Which type of translation is motivated by providing a rough summary of the text?

• Gist Translation

• Instrumental Translation

• Publication Purposes Translation

• Selective Translation

When is more likely to expect a flawless translation in terms of language and style?

• Selective Translation

• Gist Translation

• Information Purposes Translation

• Publication Purposes Translation

What is the distinction between instrumental and documentary translations based on?

• Translator's reputation

• Client's feedback

• Use or perception of the translation

• Language proficiency of the translator

In which type of translation, errors need to be corrected to perform its intended function?

• Documentary Translation

• Instrumental Translation

• Gist Translation

• Selective Translation

What is the purpose of a back translation in a documentary translation?

• To correct linguistic errors

• To summarize the text

• To assess the accuracy and quality of the original translation

• To provide a literal translation

When should linguistic errors like typos, unclear formulations, or spelling mistakes be corrected in instrumental translation?

• After the translation is submitted

• During the translation review stage

• After the client's approval

• When spotted.

What should a translator do if they spot something wrong in the previous translation during an update project?

• Correct it without informing the client

• Ask for additional payment to correct it

• Ignore it and proceed with the translation

• Raise it with the client before making changes

Why should existing translations proposed by the translation memory generally be accepted 'as is' in translation project updates?

• To showcase translator's skills

• To avoid client feedback

• To maintain consistency and accuracy

• To save time and effort