Interpreters need to 'take on' the character of the Deaf consumer in order to effectively produce the message. This practice is called?

• A. Role reversal
• B. Impersonation
• C. Simulation
• D. Personification

Answer: (D)

Taking on the Deaf consumer’s character means the interpreter embodies that person’s perspective, tone, and manner of expression so the message is conveyed with the same voice and intent as the signer. This practice is most accurately described as personification, because it treats the Deaf consumer as a distinct individual and presents the message through that person’s felt voice and persona in the target language. It goes beyond simply swapping roles, imitating someone, or making a surface imitation; it seeks to convey the person’s identity and way of communicating within the interpretation.