CASLI Language Comprehension & Production 3

Question 1

Which of the following best describes 'chunking' as a comprehension strategy in sign language interpretation?

Accepted Answer

Segmenting the source message into meaningful units before processing

Answer

Chunking involves processing the source message in meaningful semantic or syntactic units rather than word-by-word, supporting retention and accurate interpretation.

Question 2

When producing an English-to-ASL interpretation, an interpreter who consistently fingerspells words that have established ASL signs is demonstrating:

Accepted Answer

Over-reliance on English and insufficient ASL lexical knowledge

Answer

Excessive fingerspelling when ASL signs exist indicates insufficient ASL vocabulary and can disrupt fluency and comprehension for Deaf consumers.

Question 3

The concept of 'message equivalence' in interpretation means that the interpreter:

Accepted Answer

Produces a target message that carries the same meaning and intent as the source

Answer

Message equivalence requires that the interpreted output convey the same content, meaning, register, and intent as the source, not just surface-level correspondence.

Question 4

Which non-manual marker in ASL signals a yes/no question?

Accepted Answer

Raised eyebrows with a head tilt forward or a slight nod at the end

Answer

Yes/no questions in ASL are marked by raised eyebrows (and often a slight forward head tilt or hold at the end), distinguishing them from wh-questions.

Question 5

An interpreter working in a legal setting misinterprets 'shall' as 'should,' changing the obligatory nature of a legal directive. This error is best categorized as a(n):

Accepted Answer

Semantic/meaning error

Answer

Replacing 'shall' (obligation) with 'should' (recommendation) changes the core meaning of the message, constituting a semantic error with potential legal consequences.

(CASLI) Center for the Assessment of Sign Language Interpretation Practice Test

(CASLI) Center for the Assessment of Sign Language Interpretation Practice Test

CASLI Language Comprehension & Production 3