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Jmc 213: Theory Of Translation Question Paper

Jmc 213: Theory Of Translation

Course:Bachelor Of Journalism And Mass Communication

Institution: Masinde Muliro University Of Science And Technology question papers

Exam Year:2009

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MASINDE MULIRO UNIVERSITY OF SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY(MMUST)
UNIVERSITY EXAMINATIONS
2008/2009 ACADEMIC YEAR
SECOND YEAR SECOND SEMESTER EXAMINATIONS
FOR THE DEGREE OF BACHELOR OF JOURNALISM AND MASS COMMUNICATION
COURSE CODE: JMC 213
COURSE TITLE: THEORY OF TRANSLATION

DATE: 29th April 2009 TIME: 9.00 a.m. – 12.00 noon

INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
1. There are six questions in this paper.
2. Answer only FOUR questions
3. Question ONE is compulsory

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1. Read the attached passage and answer the question which follows:
Using communicative theory of translation, translate the text to Kiswahili. (25 Marks)
2. With examples from a language of your choice, briefly discuss any SEVEN key
constraints to translation from SL to TL. What responses are there to tackle these
constraints? (15 Marks)

3. Justify the study of translation in Kenya today. (15 Marks)

4. Briefly discuss the importance of mass media in translation. (15 Marks)

5. Critically examine three basic types of translation, pointing out the strengths and
weaknesses of each. (15 Marks)

6. What is the contribution of Eugene Nida in the development of translation theory?
(15 Marks)

Jmc 213: Theory Of Translation Question Paper

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