Interpreting Mishap in US-Soviet Arms Control Negotiations

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What was the critical mistake made by the Soviet interpreter during the nuclear negotiations?

He interrupted Gorbachev during the talks.

He misinterpreted a key point in the agreement.

He sided with the U.S. unexpectedly.

He used the word 'verifying' instead of 'verified'. (correct)

In the Open Skies proposal, what did the word 'verifying' mean to the Soviets and Americans?

That the Russians had sided with the U.S. on one point in the agreement.

That both sides could fly over each other's territory for inspections.

That the U.S. would provide the aircraft for the inspections. (correct)

That the Soviet Union would provide the aircraft for the inspections.

Why did everyone in the White House Cabinet Room freeze when Igor Korchilov made his mistake?

They were surprised by Gorbachev's response.

They realized a critical error had occurred in the negotiations. (correct)

They wanted to hear Korchilov's explanation.

They disagreed with Korchilov's translation.

What did Gorbachev say in response to Igor Korchilov's mistake during the arms control treaty talks?

'No, no — I never said that.' Signup and view all the answers

What challenges do interpreters face at high-level meetings according to the text?

Pressure of global diplomacy Signup and view all the answers

How did Tong Kim prepare for the important meeting between Madeleine Albright and Kim Jong Il?

Immersion in preparing himself Signup and view all the answers

What did Anthony Scaramucci advise about interpreting President Trump's statements?

Take him symbolically Signup and view all the answers

Why did Tong Kim perfect a North Korean accent when interpreting for high-level meetings?

To make his renditions more readily understandable Signup and view all the answers

Why is uncertainty mentioned as part of any language in the text?

To explain the challenges interpreters face Signup and view all the answers

What was the critical mistake made by the Soviet interpreter during the nuclear negotiations?

He used the word 'verifying' instead of 'verified'. Signup and view all the answers

Why did Gorbachev quickly correct the interpreter's mistake during the negotiations?

To ensure his own credibility Signup and view all the answers

How did Igor Korchilov feel after his critical mistake during the arms control treaty talks?

Embarrassed Signup and view all the answers

What is the main concern for interpreters at high-level meetings, as mentioned in the text?

Understanding the politics behind the words Signup and view all the answers

What was Tong Kim's approach to preparing for interpreting at the meeting between Madeleine Albright and Kim Jong Il?

Mastering a North Korean accent and dialect Signup and view all the answers

Why do interpreters need to be meticulous with their words at top-level meetings?

To prevent misunderstandings with foreign leaders Signup and view all the answers

What is a notable characteristic of President Trump that poses a challenge for interpreters?

His preference for being off-script Signup and view all the answers

What made Tong Kim switch from a South Korean to a North Korean accent in his interpretations?

To ease communication with North Korean officials Signup and view all the answers

How did interpreters like Tong Kim serve as both linguists and diplomats?

By grasping the political implications behind language used Signup and view all the answers

Interpreting Mishap in US-Soviet Arms Control Negotiations

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What was the critical mistake made by the Soviet interpreter during the nuclear negotiations?

In the Open Skies proposal, what did the word 'verifying' mean to the Soviets and Americans?

Why did everyone in the White House Cabinet Room freeze when Igor Korchilov made his mistake?

What did Gorbachev say in response to Igor Korchilov's mistake during the arms control treaty talks?

What challenges do interpreters face at high-level meetings according to the text?

How did Tong Kim prepare for the important meeting between Madeleine Albright and Kim Jong Il?

What did Anthony Scaramucci advise about interpreting President Trump's statements?

Why did Tong Kim perfect a North Korean accent when interpreting for high-level meetings?

Why is uncertainty mentioned as part of any language in the text?

What was the critical mistake made by the Soviet interpreter during the nuclear negotiations?

Why did Gorbachev quickly correct the interpreter's mistake during the negotiations?

How did Igor Korchilov feel after his critical mistake during the arms control treaty talks?

What is the main concern for interpreters at high-level meetings, as mentioned in the text?

What was Tong Kim's approach to preparing for interpreting at the meeting between Madeleine Albright and Kim Jong Il?

Why do interpreters need to be meticulous with their words at top-level meetings?

What is a notable characteristic of President Trump that poses a challenge for interpreters?

What made Tong Kim switch from a South Korean to a North Korean accent in his interpretations?

How did interpreters like Tong Kim serve as both linguists and diplomats?

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