Collaborative Exam Prep: Reading Between the Signs

When an interpreter notices a cultural difference in signing style and expression, they should _____. a)Avoid mimicking the style b)Correct the Deaf consumers signs c)Copy the expressions d)Take offense

A

In which setting should waiting room chat be avoided? a)Education b)Mental Health c)Finance d)Medical

B

What cultural value is not embedded in interpreting? a)Collectivism b)Competition c)Duty to share information d)Reciprocity

B

Deaf Culture is: a)Individualistic, Low context, Monochronic, & Future-oriented b)Individualistic, Low context, Polychronic, Past oriented c)Collectivist, High context, Polychronic, Past oriented d)Collectivist, High context, Monochronic, & Future-oriented

C

Expansion features

Contrasting: used for emphasis Faceting: the use of synonyms to further explain Reiteration: repeating the same sign Utilizing 3D space: describing more than one point of view Explaining by example: not just giving a definition couching/nesting: identifying by description, analogy, or function Describe then do: uses role shifting to show na action being performed

What type of cultural adjustments can CDIs make that hearing interpreters can't?

Empathy Setting the stage Directive form Deaf ELK Enlarging the perspective Deeper understanding

Collectivist cultures

Needs of the group Strict rules to be included Loyalty to the group Take pride in relationships Spends a lot of time developing relationships

Individualist Cultures

Needs of the person Don't want to be tightly connected Loyalty to self Take pride in personal accomplishments Expects compliments

What are the six factors that determine no cultural adjustment is needed?

Parallelism Not identifying with Deaf culture Degree of biculturalism One-time meeting vs. ongoing relationship Special circumstances Presence of a CDI

Low context

Shared background information is not expected and will be explained if necessary

Kinesics

The study of nonverbal behavior (eye gaze, gestures, facial expressions)

Polychronic cultures

may do many things at once, disregarding a schedule

Monochronic cultures

tend to focus on one person/thing at a time

Proxemics

the study of social and personal space

Paralinguistics

the study of the way something is said

High Context

you need a lot of background knowledge to understand (not readily available, but expected)