Question

What does the clear lens metaphor imply about the role of the translator? A.The translator is not making any decisions about the work itself but is just copying the words into another language. B.The translator is changing the context and structure so that it reflects his or her own culture. C.The translator is using words in the work's original language and providing footnotes so that readers know what the words mean. D.The translator is in contact with the original author and knows what that author's intentions are.

Answer 1

a the translate has spoken to the origanal

Answer 2

Answer: A.The translator is not making any decisions about the work itself but is just copying the words into another language.

The metaphor implies that the role of the translator is simply to change the words of the original work into a different language. It does not include making judgements or decisions about the work itself. The "clear lens" implies that the translator should not let anything such as cultural or personal biases alter his or her view of the text.