NAATI Interpretation Techniques and Methods 3

Question 1

Which note-taking symbol system is most widely recommended for consecutive interpretation training?

Accepted Answer

A personalized system developed by the interpreter using icons, arrows, and abbreviations

Answer

Interpreters develop personal symbol systems using arrows, icons, and abbreviations that capture relationships and ideas faster than full words.

Question 2

In dialogue interpretation (liaison interpreting), the interpreter should:

Accepted Answer

Speak in first person on behalf of each speaker

Answer

Dialogue interpreters use first-person voice to preserve each speaker's direct communication relationship, saying 'I need the medication' rather than 'She said she needs the medication.'

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of 'shadowing' as a training exercise for simultaneous interpreters?

Accepted Answer

To develop the ability to listen and speak simultaneously without yet translating

Answer

Shadowing — repeating what you hear in the same language — trains the divided attention needed for simultaneous interpretation before translation is added.

Question 4

An interpreter is asked to interpret a hostile witness's aggressive tone in court. The correct approach is to:

Accepted Answer

Render the aggression and emotional register faithfully in the target language

Answer

Interpreters must convey both content and register, including emotional tone, so the court can assess the witness's demeanor accurately.

Question 5

Which technique involves an interpreter speaking at the same time as the speaker but slightly behind, used most often at international conferences?

Accepted Answer

Simultaneous interpretation

Answer

Simultaneous interpretation involves the interpreter producing target-language output concurrently with the speaker, typically from an isolated booth at conferences.

(NAATI) National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters Practice Test

(NAATI) National Accreditation Authority for Translators and Interpreters Practice Test

NAATI Interpretation Techniques and Methods 3