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SESSION 1: Introduction to Translation Studies

Authored by Mai Vy

World Languages

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SESSION 1: Introduction to Translation Studies
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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main goal of translation?

To replace every word with its dictionary equivalent

To copy grammar rules

To convey the same meaning, tone, and function as the source text

To rewrite a text in a new style

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do “ST” and “TT” stand for in translation studies?

Style Text and Translated Title

Source Text and Target Text

Standard Translation and True Translation

Short Text and Technical Text

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one major challenge in translation?

Finding paper dictionaries

Copying grammar rules

Cultural and linguistic differences between languages

Memorizing idioms

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is an example of translation?

Changing fonts in a document

Translating a legal contract from English to Vietnamese

Rewriting a text in the same language

Summarizing a story in English

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT usually part of the translation process?

Understanding the source message

Adapting the message for a new audience

Copying every word exactly

Considering cultural context

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What best describes literal translation?

Translating word for word with focus on grammar

Rewriting the message in your own words

Ignoring the source text completely

Only translating idioms

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common problem with literal translation?

It’s always too formal

It can sound unnatural or confusing in the target language

It always takes too long

It changes the meaning too much

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