Cultural & Linguistic Mediation Flashcards
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In the context of CASLI evaluation, 'source language interference' in a cultural mediation task most likely refers to:
Answer: Imposing source language grammar or cultural frames onto the target language
Source language interference occurs when the interpreter's output mirrors the structure of the source rather than producing natural target language.
When Deaf community members reference 'oralism' negatively, they are typically referring to:
Answer: Historically enforced educational policies that banned signed languages in favor of speech
Oralism was a dominant educational philosophy that suppressed signed languages and is a significant cultural trauma marker in Deaf history.
A Deaf client expresses frustration that the interpreter is using Signed Exact English (SEE) instead of ASL. The interpreter should:
Answer: Acknowledge the concern and shift to ASL grammar as requested
Client preferences for language modality should be honored; ASL is the natural language of the Deaf community, not SEE.
The 'Deaf President Now' (DPN) movement of 1988 is culturally significant to interpreters because it:
Answer: Demonstrated Deaf community agency and the political dimensions of Deaf cultural identity
DPN at Gallaudet University was a watershed moment asserting Deaf self-determination and is central to Deaf cultural literacy.
When an interpreter encounters a Deaf client who identifies as 'hard of hearing' and prefers spoken English over ASL, the appropriate response is to:
Answer: Respect the client's self-identification and communication preference
Self-identification and communication preferences must be respected; there is no single 'correct' identity for people with hearing loss.
In a team interpreting assignment, cultural mediation notes about a specific client's communication style should be shared:
Answer: Confidentially between team members during the assignment to ensure consistent service
Team interpreters share client-specific information confidentially to maintain communication consistency without breaching privacy.
An interpreter working in a mental health setting with a Deaf client who shows signs of distress should:
Answer: Continue interpreting accurately while monitoring for safety and notifying the clinician through proper channels
Maintaining the interpreter role while ensuring the clinician is aware of safety concerns is the correct protocol in mental health settings.