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Do you have to include your own opinion?
Only if the task dictates it.
What formalities must be included when writing a mediation in the form of an email?
An address, a subject line, a salutation.
If a German text describes a past event in the Präteritum (simple past), which tense should you use in English?
The simple past (e.g., "He said...")
How should you handle culturally specific terms that don’t have a direct English equivalent?
Explain their meaning in a way that makes sense to the target audience instead of translating them directly.
What should you do instead of translating word-for-word?
Paraphrase the key ideas in your own words while maintaining the original meaning.
Why should you avoid direct translation in a mediation?
Because it may lead to unnatural phrasing, incorrect meaning, and lack of clarity in the target language.
How can we know if a mediation should be formal or informal?
We should read the task carefully and find out about the format and recipient (e.g., a formal report vs. an informal email to a friend).
How should you structure the main part of a mediation?
Present the essential aspects of the text in a logical order without strictly following the original structure.
What should the introduction of a mediation include?
TTATS!
How long should a mediation be compared to the original text?
No more than two-thirds of the original text.
What should you do before you start writing a mediation?
Read the task carefully, then read the text, underline important information, and make structured notes.
What is the main goal of a mediation?
To summarize the key aspects of a German text in English
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