Test on The Field of Translation Studies

Question 1: Translator training is currently considered a major area of research within applied translation studies.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The text states that 'the search for well-founded, reliable answers to these questions constitutes a major area (and for the time being, at least, the major area) of research in applied translation studies,' referring to questions related to translator training.

Question 2: Applied translation studies should entirely take over the traditional work of providing lexicographical and terminological aids and grammars.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: The study materials state that it could hardly be argued that work on lexicographical and terminological aids and grammars should be taken over in toto as areas of applied translation studies. Scholars in applied translation studies are expected to clarify specific requirements and work together with lexicologists and contrastive linguists, not to fully assume responsibility for these aids.

Question 3: According to the study materials, what best describes the current state of translation criticism?

A. It is frequently very low and largely uninfluenced by developments in translation studies.

B. It has achieved a high level of objectivity due to close collaboration with translation scholars.

C. Its level is moderate, showing a growing influence from advancements in translation studies.

D. It primarily reflects objective analysis, although some intuitive elements persist.

Explanation: The study materials state that 'The level of such criticism is today still frequently very low, and in many countries still quite uninfluenced by developments within the field of translation studies.'

Question 4: According to the study materials, which of the following best describes the main task of a translation scholar involved in establishing translation policy?

A. To undertake systematic investigations of the translation process in controlled environments.

B. To develop highly formalized theories that predict all phenomena within the terrain of translating and translation.

C. To provide informed advice regarding the societal role of translators, translating, and translations.

D. To collaborate with lexicologists and contrastive linguists in developing translation aids.

Explanation: The study materials state that the task of a translation scholar in the area of translation policy is "to render informed advice to others in defining the place and role of translators, translating and translations in society at large".

Question 5: Theories of written translation are readily identifiable as clear examples of medium-restricted translation theories.

A. Yes

B. No

Explanation: Examples of medium-restricted theories of written translation do not come to mind easily because their authors tend to present them in the guise of unmarked or general theories.