S.Y.W.T.B.A.I. CHAPTER 11

Question 1

Before the 1960’s, ASL interpreters were not paid as a professional, instead…

Answer 1

They worked as volunteers for the communities they were associated with.

Question 2

In 1964 which organization was founded?

Answer 2

National Registry of Professional Interpreters and Translators for the Deaf, later changed to Registry of Interpreters for the Deaf.

Question 3

The phrase “for the Deaf” has been a topic of debate, and can be interpreted as which concept?

Answer 3

What is Paternalism and/or Oppressive?

Question 4

True/False: One of the original purposes of the RID was to inform the public about interpreting services.

Answer 4

True!

Question 5

True/False: RID is run by an elite group of interpreters who hold life long appointment.

Answer 5

False: RID is a member-run organization!

Question 6

True/False: RID is the only national certification for SL Interpreters in the United States.

Answer 6

True (Unless looking towards EIPA and other State QA’s).

Question 7

RID evaluation of sign language interpreters began in which year?

Answer 7

What is 1972?

Question 8

Demonstrating professional-level ethics, as well as standard interpreting and transliterating skills represents which level of certification?

Answer 8

NIC

Question 9

Beginning in 2012, hearing applicants for certification must have what level of education?

Answer 9

Bachelor level education.

Question 10

True/False: RID currently holds an opportunity to obtain a specialist certificate.

Answer 10

True: Specialist Certificate: Legal (SC:L)