Multiple Choice Questions on Peter Newmark's Theory of Translati

What is the main purpose of translation according to Peter Newmark?

• To create new texts

• To render text or speech from one language into another

• To invent new words

• To change the meaning of the original text

Which of the following best describes semantic translation?

• Focuses on adapting the message for the target audience

• Prioritizes the meaning, style, and nuances of the source text

• Always omits cultural references

• Only used for advertisements

Which type of translation is best for advertisements and user manuals according to Newmark?

• Semantic translation

• Communicative translation

• Literal translation

• Faithful translation

What is a key characteristic of communicative translation?

• It may seem unnatural in the target language

• It is always word-for-word

• It delivers the message in a way that is easily understood by the target audience

• It ignores the effect on the reader

Which of the following is NOT one of Newmark’s translation procedures?

• Transference

• Cultural equivalent

• Literal translation

• Phonetic translation

Why is translation important in journalism and mass communication?

• It helps create fictional stories

• It ensures accurate reporting and prevents misinformation

• It is only used for entertainment

• It replaces journalists

What is a challenge commonly faced in translation?

• Too many synonyms

• Untranslatable words and false friends

• Lack of punctuation

• Overuse of metaphors

In Newmark’s theory, which translation is ideal for legal documents and literary works?

• Communicative translation

• Semantic translation

• Free translation

• Adaptation

What should a translator consider first, according to Newmark, before choosing a translation method?

• The length of the text

• The primary function of the text

• The author’s nationality

• The number of words

What is the translator’s role in bridging cultures, as per Newmark’s theory?

• To change the original message

• To connect people and stories across the globe

• To only translate for entertainment

• To avoid cultural references