Practice Linguistic Equivalence vs. Cultural Equivalence - 3.4.1.1 | Module 3: Language, Identity, and Culture | IB Grade 11 English
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3.4.1.1 - Linguistic Equivalence vs. Cultural Equivalence

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

Define linguistic equivalence.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how translators match words from one language to another.

Question 2

Easy

What is cultural equivalence?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider how a word or phrase might not make sense across cultures.

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Question 1

What does linguistic equivalence focus on?

  • Cultural nuances
  • Direct word correspondence
  • Translator's interpretation

πŸ’‘ Hint: Remember the direct matching of language.

Question 2

True or False: Cultural equivalence involves adapting text based on cultural context.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how cultural expressions can vary.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Evaluate how the cultural context changes the meaning of the idiom 'break the ice' when translating it to a culture where ice is not present.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider alternative expressions that serve the same function.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of a translator's bias on the final text. How can personal interpretations affect cultural messages?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how personal beliefs and experiences influence understanding.

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