Translation Technology Evolution

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What is the primary challenge of subtitling?

Rendering speech in writing

Conveying the tone and intonation of the speakers

Maintaining the interactional features of spoken language

Translating spoken language into a written format within a limited time frame (correct)

What is the main difference between scripted and spontaneous speech in film?

Scripted speech is written beforehand, while spontaneous speech is improvised (correct)

Scripted speech is used for dialogue, while spontaneous speech is used for narration

Scripted speech is used in period theatre, while spontaneous speech is used in modern films

Scripted speech is used for political speeches, while spontaneous speech is used for news

What is the purpose of maintaining interactional features in subtitling?

To simplify the grammar and lexical items

To signal to the viewer that the speaker has understood an explanation (correct)

To convey the tone and intonation of the speakers

To make the subtitles more readable on screen

Why do subtitles tend to have a simplified grammar and lexical items?

Because the viewer has a limited amount of time to read and understand the translation Signup and view all the answers

What is the typical feature of spoken language that disappears in subtitling?

The typical features of spoken language Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary constraint of subtitling in terms of time?

The viewer has 5 to 6 seconds to read and understand the translation Signup and view all the answers

What was first marketed in the second half of the 1970s?

The first subtitling equipment Signup and view all the answers

What do subtitlers typically require to work?

A computer, a subtitling program, and a digitized copy of the audiovisual programme Signup and view all the answers

What has been a traditional obstacle for subtitlers?

The prohibitive price of subtitling programs Signup and view all the answers

What is a recent practice in the subtitling industry?

Offering limited versions of subtitling programs to freelance subtitlers Signup and view all the answers

What is the benefit of limited versions of subtitling programs?

They minimize the risk of the subtitler getting lost in the handling of complicated programs Signup and view all the answers

How have technology and computers impacted subtitling praxis?

They have made life easier for subtitlers Signup and view all the answers

A film foot is equal to how many frames?

16 frames Signup and view all the answers

What is the minimum number of frames required to produce the illusion of movement on the screen?

24 frames Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary purpose of a dialogue list in subtitling?

To facilitate the task of subtitlers and avoid comprehension mistakes Signup and view all the answers

What is a challenge that subtitlers may face when working with old movies?

The need to transcribe dialogue directly from the screen Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended maximum number of characters in a film foot to ensure a comfortable reading speed?

10 characters Signup and view all the answers

Who launched a proposal for guidelines on producing dialogue lists for subtitling?

The European Broadcasting Union (EBU) Signup and view all the answers

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