CTC CTC Sight Translation Skills 2

Question 1

What is the primary difference between sight translation and consecutive interpreting?

Accepted Answer

Sight translation renders written text; consecutive interpreting renders spoken speech after pauses

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Sight translation is always simultaneous; consecutive is written

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Sight translation requires equipment; consecutive does not

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There is no meaningful difference between the two modes

Question 2

Which note-taking technique is recommended for consecutive court interpreting?

Accepted Answer

Using symbols and abbreviations to capture meaning units

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Writing verbatim transcripts of every word

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Recording audio on a personal device

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Using full sentences in the target language

Question 3

During consecutive interpreting, a witness gives an unusually long answer. What should the interpreter do?

Accepted Answer

Politely request the witness to pause so interpretation can occur

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Wait until the witness finishes and attempt to recall everything

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Interrupt the attorney and ask for a summary

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Switch to simultaneous mode without notice

Question 4

What is the maximum recommended segment length for consecutive interpreting without notes?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 3–5 sentences or a single idea

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Up to 10 minutes of continuous speech

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One full paragraph of any length

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No limit if the interpreter has strong memory

Question 5

An interpreter realizes mid-sentence that an earlier consecutive interpretation was incorrect. What is the proper action?

Accepted Answer

Immediately notify the court and provide a correction

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Continue and correct only if asked

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Make a mental note and correct in a later answer

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Do not correct to avoid disrupting proceedings

Question 6

When is sight translation preferred over consecutive interpreting in court?

Accepted Answer

When a party must review and respond to a written document on the record

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When testimony is lengthy and complex

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When real-time accuracy is less important

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When no written materials are involved