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What is the main reason for having two interpreters instead of one?
What is the main reason for having two interpreters instead of one?
- To ensure accurate translation of complex political jargon
- To avoid the risk of words being filtered through a foreign mouthpiece (correct)
- To provide language support for the presidents' respective delegations
- To facilitate smoother communication between the presidents
Why are two interpreters usually present when two presidents meet in different languages?
Why are two interpreters usually present when two presidents meet in different languages?
- To speed up the interpretation process
- To function as mutual overseers for each other's translations (correct)
- To provide backup in case one interpreter makes a mistake
- To ensure accurate two-way communication between the presidents
What role do the interpreters play in maintaining trust during international summits?
What role do the interpreters play in maintaining trust during international summits?
- They facilitate cultural understanding between the presidents
- They serve as mutual overseers for each other's translations (correct)
- They act as representatives of their respective presidents
- They ensure that sensitive information is not leaked
What is the primary function of having two interpreters for summit-level meetings?
What is the primary function of having two interpreters for summit-level meetings?
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What is the primary role of the translator or interpreter according to the text?
What is the primary role of the translator or interpreter according to the text?
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What is the analogy drawn between the translator and an advocate?
What is the analogy drawn between the translator and an advocate?
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What distinguishes content from axiological presentation according to the text?
What distinguishes content from axiological presentation according to the text?
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