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NIC WRITTEN TEST - ASL
INTERPRETING 2026 LATEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS| ACE
YOUR GRADES.
Conflict of Interests - correct answer -Conflict of private interests
and official responsibilities of the interpreter (Ex. Pro-life having to
interpret an abortion)
Consumer - correct answer -Individuals part of interpreting
situation either hearing or Deaf
Code of Ethics Rule #1 - correct answer -Interpreters adhere to
standards of confidential communication
- Position of trust to protect all involved
- Exceptions include reporting abuse, threats, or subpoemas
Code of Ethics Rule #2 - correct answer -Interpreters possess
professional skills and knowledge required for specific interpreting
situations.
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- Interpreters stay abreast of evolving language use and trends in
the profession and community
Code of Ethics Rule #3 - correct answer -Interpreters conduct
themselves in a manner appropriate to the situation
- Present themselves appropriate in manner and appearance
-Avoid conflict interests
Code of Ethics Rule #4 - correct answer -Interpreters demonstrate
respect for consumers
- Interpreters are expected to honor consumer preferences in
selection of interpreters and dynamic equivalence
Code of Ethics Rule #5 - correct answer -Interpreters demonstrate
respect for colleagues, interns, and students of the profession
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster the delivery f effective
service
-Assist and encourage, resolve unethical behavior
Code of Ethics Rule #6 - correct answer -Interpreters maintain
ethical business practices in a professional manner
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Code of Ethics Rule #7 - correct answer -Interpreters engage in
professional development
- Foster and maintain interpreting competence and the structure
of the profession through ongoing development and skills
Kohlberg - correct answer -Stages of Moral Development
Culture - correct answer -The complex whole including
knowledge, belief, art, morals, laws, customs, and any other
capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society
Culture and Communication - correct answer -Both are
inseperable
- Culture is the foundation of communication. When cultures vary,
communication practices also vary
Proxemics - correct answer -the study of social and personal
space
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Paralinguistics - correct answer -Study of the way something is
said like intonation, speech rate, and silence
Kinesics - correct answer -Study of body motions such as
gestures, eye gaze, and facial expressions
Values - correct answer -The underlying principles behind
mannerisms. They knit arbitrary acts into larger patterns and
provide standards by which conduct can be evaluated by
members of a culture.
- Something that each culture has. Family and friends, ideas
about nature, beliefs of people's roles, view of authority, beliefs of
life.
Intonation (paralinguistics) - correct answer -Tone determines the
meaning of a word
Rate of Speech (paralinguistics) - correct answer -Tempo of
speech. Slow or fast
NIC WRITTEN TEST - ASL
INTERPRETING 2026 LATEST
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS| ACE
YOUR GRADES.
Conflict of Interests - correct answer -Conflict of private interests
and official responsibilities of the interpreter (Ex. Pro-life having to
interpret an abortion)
Consumer - correct answer -Individuals part of interpreting
situation either hearing or Deaf
Code of Ethics Rule #1 - correct answer -Interpreters adhere to
standards of confidential communication
- Position of trust to protect all involved
- Exceptions include reporting abuse, threats, or subpoemas
Code of Ethics Rule #2 - correct answer -Interpreters possess
professional skills and knowledge required for specific interpreting
situations.
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- Interpreters stay abreast of evolving language use and trends in
the profession and community
Code of Ethics Rule #3 - correct answer -Interpreters conduct
themselves in a manner appropriate to the situation
- Present themselves appropriate in manner and appearance
-Avoid conflict interests
Code of Ethics Rule #4 - correct answer -Interpreters demonstrate
respect for consumers
- Interpreters are expected to honor consumer preferences in
selection of interpreters and dynamic equivalence
Code of Ethics Rule #5 - correct answer -Interpreters demonstrate
respect for colleagues, interns, and students of the profession
- Collaborate with colleagues to foster the delivery f effective
service
-Assist and encourage, resolve unethical behavior
Code of Ethics Rule #6 - correct answer -Interpreters maintain
ethical business practices in a professional manner
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Code of Ethics Rule #7 - correct answer -Interpreters engage in
professional development
- Foster and maintain interpreting competence and the structure
of the profession through ongoing development and skills
Kohlberg - correct answer -Stages of Moral Development
Culture - correct answer -The complex whole including
knowledge, belief, art, morals, laws, customs, and any other
capabilities and habits acquired by man as a member of society
Culture and Communication - correct answer -Both are
inseperable
- Culture is the foundation of communication. When cultures vary,
communication practices also vary
Proxemics - correct answer -the study of social and personal
space
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Paralinguistics - correct answer -Study of the way something is
said like intonation, speech rate, and silence
Kinesics - correct answer -Study of body motions such as
gestures, eye gaze, and facial expressions
Values - correct answer -The underlying principles behind
mannerisms. They knit arbitrary acts into larger patterns and
provide standards by which conduct can be evaluated by
members of a culture.
- Something that each culture has. Family and friends, ideas
about nature, beliefs of people's roles, view of authority, beliefs of
life.
Intonation (paralinguistics) - correct answer -Tone determines the
meaning of a word
Rate of Speech (paralinguistics) - correct answer -Tempo of
speech. Slow or fast
