Written Proficiency Test (WPT) Flashcards
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Translate the following information into your target language.
Diabetes occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes mainly from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps the glucose in your blood get into your cells to be used for energy. Another hormone, glucagon, works with insulin to control blood glucose levels.
In most people with type 1 diabetes, the body’s immune system, which normally fights infection, attacks and destroys the cells in the pancreas that make insulin. As a result, your pancreas stops making insulin. Without insulin, glucose can’t get into your cells and your blood glucose rises above normal. People with type 1 diabetes need to take insulin every day to stay alive.
Type 2 diabetes, the most common type of diabetes, is a disease that occurs when your blood glucose, also called blood sugar, is too high. Blood glucose is your main source of energy and comes mainly from the food you eat. Insulin, a hormone made by the pancreas, helps glucose get into your cells to be used for energy. In type 2 diabetes, your body doesn’t make enough insulin or doesn’t use insulin well. Too much glucose then stays in your blood, and not enough reaches your cells. The good news is that you can take steps to prevent or delay the development of type 2 diabetes.
Translate the following terms into your target language. If you have more than one translation equivalent to a word please add it to translation as well.
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Describe a common tradition from your culture in your target language
Explain why this is a common tradition, what does it make this tradition so special in your culture. (Please answer this question in your source language English)
Tell us about your favorite hobby in your target language
If you could go anywhere in the world right now where would you go and why? (Please answer this question in your source language English)
Give us (3) three examples of superstitions in your culture in English
This can be anything that people in your culture belive to be supertitions.
Practice sight-translation (interpreting) into your target language
Graduated driver licensing (GDL) systems initially restrict the driving privileges of new drivers. As those persons gain driving experience and competencies, the restrictions are removed, typically in three stages. Those stages begin with a learner’s stage/permit, followed by an intermediate stage or provisional license, and then a full privilege stage/license. All 50 states and the District of Columbia have some form of a GDL system in place, however, specific components vary by state.
Although GDL programs have been shown to reduce fatal teen crashes, a few studies have indicated that more comprehensive GDL programs are even better at reducing teen crashes and fatalities. Such programs include higher minimum age for each stage of licensing, increased hours of supervised driving, and more driving restrictions. Another element for consideration is the enforcement of GDL systems, and the use of penalties. Comprehensive GDL systems include some or all of the following:
minimum age of 16 years for a learner’s permit,
mandatory holding period of at least 12 months,
restrictions against nighttime driving between 10:00 p.m. and 5:00 a.m. (or longer),
limit of zero or one young passengers without adult supervision,
minimum age of 18 years for full licensure.
Practice Translation
If you think your child needs services, you have to follow a legal process to make it happen. This process can be confusing, and it can involve several laws. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is the most important one to understand.
As the nation’s special education law, IDEA provides rights and protections to children with disabilities and to their parents or legal guardians. Learning your rights under IDEA can make it easier to get the help your child needs (and is legally entitled to) at school.
The Purpose of IDEA
IDEA was first passed in 1975. (At that time, it was called the Education for All Handicapped Children Act.) The primary purposes of IDEA are:
To provide a free appropriate public education (FAPE) to children with disabilities. IDEA requires schools to find and evaluate students suspected of having disabilities, at no cost to families. This is called Child Find. Once kids are found to have a qualifying disability, schools must provide them with special education and related services (like speech therapy and counseling) to meet their unique needs. The goal is to help students make progress in school. Read more about what is and isn’t covered under FAPE.
To give parents or legal guardians a voice in their child’s education. Under IDEA, you have a say in the decisions the school makes about your child. At every point in the process, the law gives you specific rights and protections. These are called procedural safeguards. For example, one safeguard is that the school must get your consent before providing services to your child.
IDEA covers kids from birth through high school graduation or age 21 (whichever comes first). It provides early intervention services up to age 3, and special education for older kids in public school, which includes charter schools. (Find out how IDEA affects students in private school.)
Practice interpretation (someone can read this information and you can interpret what you hear.)
Becoming a U.S. Citizen Through Naturalization
Naturalization is the process to become a U.S. citizen if you were born outside of the United States. If you meet certain requirements, you may become a U.S. citizen either at birth or after birth.
Eligibility
To apply for naturalization to become a U.S. citizen, you must:
Be at least 18 years of age at the time you file the application;
Have been a lawful permanent resident for the past three or five years (depending on which naturalization category you are applying under);
Have continuous residence and physical presence in the United States;
Be able to read, write, and speak basic English;
Demonstrate good moral character;
Demonstrate a knowledge and understanding of U.S. history and government;
Demonstrate a loyalty to the principles of the U.S. Constitution; and
Be willing to take the Oath of Allegiance.
For detailed information and exceptions, including special provisions for those who have served in the U.S. military, please see Naturalization through Military Service.
Please visit our Citizenship page for additional information.
You may apply for naturalization online or by paper.
How to File
File online
Create a USCIS online account to file online and:
Submit evidence and pay fees electronically;
Receive case status updates about your case and see complete case history;
Communicate with us securely and directly; and
Respond to requests for evidence.
If you already have a USCIS online account, simply sign into your account to get started.
File by Paper
You must:
Read the instructions for Form N-400, Application for Naturalization;
Complete and sign your Form N-400;
Pay the filing fee, if applicable; and
Provide all required evidence and supporting documentation.
Want status updates about your case? Learn how to create a USCIS online account to stay informed.
