Question

question 8 of 10
when translating an original work into another language, the translator:

a. illustrates the original text with drawings or pictures that help an
audience better understand the original meaning.

b. makes the content easily understandable in a new language while
also keeping the basic ideas of the original text the same.

c. understands the original author’s prejudices and personal biases
and makes sure that those are incorporated into the translated
work.

d. changes the content and meaning of the original text to fit in with
the new morals and ideals of society.

Explanation:

To determine the correct answer, we analyze each option:

• Option A: Translators don't use drawings/pictures to translate; they work with language, so A is incorrect.
• Option B: A key aspect of translation is to convey the original ideas clearly in the target language while preserving the original meaning, which matches the role of a translator.
• Option C: Translators aim to convey the text, not incorporate the author's biases (unless the text itself includes them, but the focus is on the text's content, not promoting biases), so C is incorrect.
• Option D: Translators should not change the original content/meaning to fit new societal morals; they preserve the original intent, so D is incorrect.

Answer:

B. makes the content easily understandable in a new language while also keeping the basic ideas of the original text the same.