Professionalism in Translation/Interpreting

[True/False] Translation is one of the oldest occupations in the world.

• True

• False

[MCQs] Why is translation in Vietnam not considered a formal profession?

• Lack of formal standards and professional associations

• Vietnamese people's low proficiency in foreign languages

• The lack of demands for translators/interpreters in Viet Nam

• Vietnam's rigid policies curbing globalization

[Gap-filling] One famous story often used to explain the origin of language diversity is:

The ______ __ _____

(Use proper capitalization)

[Gap-filling] The most translated works is:

___ _____

[MCQs] What is the code of ethics?

• A written set of guidelines officiated by an organization

• A set of values and ethical standards

• Guidelines which orientate decision making and behaviors

• A guideline which dictates how certain misconduct must be penalized

[Gap-filling] The roles of the CoE for Translators include:

Safeguarding the _______ of clients; Ensure high standards of members and high status of the occupation in society; Building standards base on cases of __________

(Separate your answers using ",")

[MCQs] How many general principles are there in the CoE for translators?

• 4

• 5

• 6

• 7

[MCQs] The "Professional solidarity" principle implies that:

• It suggests competition among professionals.
• It implies a joint effort to uphold the reputation and trustworthiness of the profession

• It promotes individualism over teamwork.
• It implies mutual support and shared responsibility among professionals.

[MCQs] Factors which played into the rise of interpreting are:

• Slaves, prisoners, hybrids

• Wars and conflicts

• The spread of religion

• Expaditions during the Age of Exploration

[Gap-filling] The first instance of simultaneous interpreting occured in the 20th century (1927). More specifically at the ____________________________________ in __________ (country)

(Separate your answers using ",")