Pioneers of Translation

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What was the role of most translators in history?

They were only involved in scientific works

They were hidden characters (correct)

They were prominent figures

They were only involved in literary works

What was the major contribution of translation throughout history?

To preserve old knowledge

To create new ideas

To disseminate knowledge and ideas (correct)

To create conflicts between cultures

Who were the pioneers in the history of translation?

Only clerics

Only scholars

Only famous authors

Several individuals (correct)

What is the tone of the passage about the history of translation?

Neutral Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the passage?

The history of translation as a discipline Signup and view all the answers

What can be gained by observing the progress of translation over time?

An appreciation for the work of early translators Signup and view all the answers

What does the development of translation reveal about early translators?

That they laid the groundwork for modern translation Signup and view all the answers

Why is it important to study the history of translation?

To understand the evolution of translation Signup and view all the answers

What is implied about the early translators' work?

That it was strenuous and demanding Signup and view all the answers

What can be concluded about the current state of translation from the text?

That it has come a long way from its early beginnings Signup and view all the answers

What change occurred in the approach to translation in the 19th century?

A more scientific approach was adopted Signup and view all the answers

What was the implication of the new approach to translation in the 19th century?

Some texts could be translated accurately, while others could not Signup and view all the answers

What was the focus of the new approach to translation in the 19th century?

Improving the accuracy of translation Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the more scientific approach to translation in the 19th century?

Translation became more objective Signup and view all the answers

What was the perspective on translation in the 19th century?

Translation was seen as a science Signup and view all the answers

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