CASLI KNOWLEDGE PREP
EXAM
What 3 factors are considered when deciding if a classroom setting
should be teamed? - ANSWERS-1. Difficulty of content
2. Instructional strategies used
3. Classroom environment
(Chapter 13)
T/F: Interpreters can contribute to job discrimination against deaf people
by providing a sub-par interpretation - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
T/F: In religious settings, interpreters must establish strict boundaries as
the interpreter and not a spiritual leader - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
When are deaf interpreters typically used? - ANSWERS-When the deaf
client has developmental delays, they recently arrived from another
country and don't know the language, and/or don't have a strong grasp
on ASL.
,(Chapter 13)
What are the roles of a Deaf/Hearing Interpreter team? What should the
HI never do? - ANSWERS-Hearing interpreters (HI) interpret for the
hearing client and Deaf Interpreter (DI). DI interprets for the Deaf client
and HI.The HI should NEVER bypass the DI interpret directly between
the deaf client and hearing client.
(Chapter 13)
In medical settings, name at least two demands specific to the setting -
ANSWERS-Possibly high pressure, awkward positions (client face up or
face down), pain/injury can impact communication, limited space in
offices/rooms, complex terminology, possibility of seeing blood/wounds
(Chapter 13)
What is the only area that RID offers specialized training? - ANSWERS-
Legal interpreting
(Chapter 13)
T/F: Hearing interpreters can handle interpreting for mental health
situations, such as psychiatric evaluations, on their own without a DI. -
ANSWERS-FALSE
(Chapter 13)
,T/F: Interpreting for conferences often requires a large team and
platform interpreting - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
Name one demand unique to VRS - ANSWERS-- eye strain
- strain from small signing space
- regional variation of signs (calls come from around the country)
(Chapter 13)
In general, is there more work for interpreters in rural areas or in cities?
Why? - ANSWERS-Cities. Higher populations and sometimes more
resources available for the Deaf
(Chapter 14)
What are the two most common positions for interpreters to work in? -
ANSWERS-Educational and "staff interpreter" for an agency
(Chapter 14)
T/F: New interpreters can easily start out as independent contractors -
ANSWERS-False. It takes time to build up the skills and connections
(Chapter 14)
, What are some factors that affect an interpreters pay rate? Name at least
two - ANSWERS-- Duration of assignment
- cost of living in the area
- Scarcity/abundance of interpreters
- skill level
- certified vs uncertified
(Chapter 14)
What are some business expenses that could be included in your work as
an interpreter? - ANSWERS-- Transportation
- Office supplies
- Taxes/insurance
- Billing/bookkeeping,
- Clothing
- Public relations/advertising
- VRI equipment
(Chapter 14)
Name 3 of the 5 business skills interpreters should develop -
ANSWERS-- Resume writing
- Writing business letters
- Basic bookkeeping
EXAM
What 3 factors are considered when deciding if a classroom setting
should be teamed? - ANSWERS-1. Difficulty of content
2. Instructional strategies used
3. Classroom environment
(Chapter 13)
T/F: Interpreters can contribute to job discrimination against deaf people
by providing a sub-par interpretation - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
T/F: In religious settings, interpreters must establish strict boundaries as
the interpreter and not a spiritual leader - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
When are deaf interpreters typically used? - ANSWERS-When the deaf
client has developmental delays, they recently arrived from another
country and don't know the language, and/or don't have a strong grasp
on ASL.
,(Chapter 13)
What are the roles of a Deaf/Hearing Interpreter team? What should the
HI never do? - ANSWERS-Hearing interpreters (HI) interpret for the
hearing client and Deaf Interpreter (DI). DI interprets for the Deaf client
and HI.The HI should NEVER bypass the DI interpret directly between
the deaf client and hearing client.
(Chapter 13)
In medical settings, name at least two demands specific to the setting -
ANSWERS-Possibly high pressure, awkward positions (client face up or
face down), pain/injury can impact communication, limited space in
offices/rooms, complex terminology, possibility of seeing blood/wounds
(Chapter 13)
What is the only area that RID offers specialized training? - ANSWERS-
Legal interpreting
(Chapter 13)
T/F: Hearing interpreters can handle interpreting for mental health
situations, such as psychiatric evaluations, on their own without a DI. -
ANSWERS-FALSE
(Chapter 13)
,T/F: Interpreting for conferences often requires a large team and
platform interpreting - ANSWERS-TRUE
(Chapter 13)
Name one demand unique to VRS - ANSWERS-- eye strain
- strain from small signing space
- regional variation of signs (calls come from around the country)
(Chapter 13)
In general, is there more work for interpreters in rural areas or in cities?
Why? - ANSWERS-Cities. Higher populations and sometimes more
resources available for the Deaf
(Chapter 14)
What are the two most common positions for interpreters to work in? -
ANSWERS-Educational and "staff interpreter" for an agency
(Chapter 14)
T/F: New interpreters can easily start out as independent contractors -
ANSWERS-False. It takes time to build up the skills and connections
(Chapter 14)
, What are some factors that affect an interpreters pay rate? Name at least
two - ANSWERS-- Duration of assignment
- cost of living in the area
- Scarcity/abundance of interpreters
- skill level
- certified vs uncertified
(Chapter 14)
What are some business expenses that could be included in your work as
an interpreter? - ANSWERS-- Transportation
- Office supplies
- Taxes/insurance
- Billing/bookkeeping,
- Clothing
- Public relations/advertising
- VRI equipment
(Chapter 14)
Name 3 of the 5 business skills interpreters should develop -
ANSWERS-- Resume writing
- Writing business letters
- Basic bookkeeping
