Interpreter Ethics Quiz Form
Test your knowledge of interpreter ethics by answering the questions below.
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Select the code of ethics most interpreters are expected to follow:
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Confidentiality, Accuracy, Impartiality, Professionalism
Personal Gain, Flexibility, Partiality, Secrecy
Friendship, Generosity, Advocacy, Silence
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Which of the following actions would be considered unethical for an interpreter?
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Disclosing confidential information
Remaining impartial
Interpreting everything said, even if it is offensive
Making judgments about the speaker's intent
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Rate your agreement with the following statements about interpreter ethics.
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Interpreters should not accept assignments beyond their competence.
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Impartiality is a core value for interpreters.
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It is acceptable to omit information if it seems unimportant.
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Confidentiality must be maintained at all times.
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Scenario: You are interpreting for a client who shares sensitive personal information. What should you do?
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Share the information with others if you think it is important.
Keep the information confidential unless required by law to disclose.
Ask the client for permission to share the information with your friends.
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You are asked to interpret for a friend. What should you do?
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Accept the assignment and interpret as best you can.
Decline the assignment to avoid a conflict of interest.
Interpret but omit some information to protect your friend.
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Select all situations where it is appropriate for an interpreter to refuse an assignment.
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The interpreter is not fluent in the subject matter.
The interpreter knows one of the parties personally.
The interpreter is tired but still available.
The interpreter has a scheduling conflict.
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What is the primary responsibility of an interpreter during an assignment?
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To facilitate communication accurately and impartially.
To provide advice to the parties involved.
To advocate for the client.
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In a situation where you do not understand a term, what should you do?
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Guess the meaning based on the context.
Ask for clarification before interpreting.
Omit the term from your interpretation.
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