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  Spanish 1B Study Guide Examination for Acceleration (EA)/Credit by Exam (CBE)

The exam you are interested in taking is designed to test your proficiency in the relevant subject matter. You should be thoroughly familiar with the subject matter before you attempt to take the exam. This EA/CBE Study Guide can help you prepare for the exam by giving you an idea of what you need to review. Every question that appears on the EA/CBE is derived from the knowledge and skills statements and student expectations within the Texas-mandated standards, the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS). You can view the TEKS for this exam online via the following link: http://ritter.tea.state.tx.us/rules/tac/chapter114/ch114c.html. Because questions are not taken from any one source, you can prepare for this exam by reviewing any of the state-adopted textbooks. Materials Needed You will need to bring a #2 pencil to complete the exam. You will receive a computer-graded answer sheet when you arrive at the testing center. In addition, you can complete the listening and speaking portions of the exam in one of several ways: Online: The testing site will provide a computer with Internet access and a headset with a microphone. CD-ROM: The testing site will provide an exam CD and listening/recording device. You must provide a blank, recordable CD. Cassette Tape: The testing site will provide an exam tape and tape player. You must provide a blank cassette tape. IMPORTANT: Please check with your testing center in advance to see which of the above options are available to you! Exam Structure You will be allowed 3 hours to complete this exam. This exam consists of the following seven parts, for a total of 100 points: Part 1: Grammar, 20 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each Part 2: Vocabulary, 20 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each Part 3: Reading, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each Part 4: Culture, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each Part 5: Listening, 10 multiple-choice questions, 1 point each Part 6: Writing, 3 writing prompts, 5 points each Part 7: Speaking, 3 speaking prompts, 5 points each

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Parts 1–5: These sections consist of multiple-choice questions. Use your computer-graded answer sheet (“bubble sheet”) to fill in the answers. WARNING: You must fill in each bubble completely or the answer may not scan correctly. Also, be careful not to bend or crease the sheet, or it may not scan properly. In addition, be aware that questions left blank, improperly erased, or with more than one answer will be counted wrong. Part 6: You will need to write your answers in the space provided for each question. You can attach an extra sheet of paper if necessary. Part 7: You will record your answers in the approved manner (online, on CD, or on cassette) and return the recording with your completed exam. DON’T FORGET! Students sometimes forget to include the recording with the exam, or they fail to mark their name and Student Identification Number in a clearly visible manner on the recording device. Scholastic Honesty When you arrive at the testing center, you will be asked to carefully read the exam rules and sign a statement agreeing to take the exam in accordance with the rules. This is called the Examinee’s Certification. The following is a copy of these rules:

Examinee’s Certification This certification must be signed before the exam is administered and then returned with the completed examination attached, or credit for the exam will not be given. Scholastic dishonesty is a serious academic violation that will not be tolerated. Scholastic dishonesty encompasses, but is not limited to: • copying from another student’s work; • using an unauthorized testing proctor or taking the exam at an unauthorized testing location; • using materials not authorized by a testing proctor; • possessing materials that are not authorized by a testing proctor, such as lessons, books, or notes; • knowingly using or soliciting, in whole or part, the contents of an unadministered test; • collaborating with or seeking aid from another student without authorization during the test; • substituting for another person, or permitting another person to substitute for oneself, in taking a course test or completing any course-related assignment; • using, buying, stealing, or transporting some or all of the contents of an unadministered test, test rubric, homework answer, or computer program. Evidence of scholastic dishonesty will result in a grade of F on the examination and an F in the course (if applicable). At the testing center, you will be asked to sign a statement that says you have read the above and agree to complete the examination with scholastic honesty.

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General Study Tips The following are general tips to keep in mind while preparing for this exam. • Use standard Spanish. (Avoid using regional dialects.) • Be able to read and write in Spanish. • Know the variations in written and spoken Spanish. For example, ¿Cómo estás? and ¿Cómo está usted? are essentially the same phrase, but they differ in formality. • Foreign language knowledge is cumulative; therefore, you are expected to be familiar with the vocabulary and grammar topics included in Spanish 1A in addition to what is listed here. It may be helpful to you to review the Study Guide for the Spanish 1A EA/CBE. Additional Study Tips The following information provides direction for your studies and sample questions for each part of the exam. For each part, you will find study tips and sample questions to give you a general idea of the types of questions to expect. For the writing and speaking sections, you will also find rubrics to help you understand how your answers will be graded. Part 1: Grammar This section relates to grammar, or the rules of language, associated with the Spanish language. There are 20 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 20 points. Grammar Study Tips: Familiarize yourself with the following topics and when/how they are used: • -ir a + infinitive usage for the future; such as, “Voy a comer.” • Demonstrative adjectives: este, estos, esta, estas, esto; ese, esos, esa, esas, eso; aquel, aquellos, aquella, aquellas, aquello (this/these; that/those/those over there) • Demonstrative pronouns: este, estos, esta, estas; ese, esos, esa, esas; aquel, aquellos, aquella, aquellas (this one/these ones/that one/those ones/those ones over there) • Direct object pronouns: me, te, lo, la, nos, os, los, las • Estar + gerund (present progressive) usage; such as, “Estoy comiendo.” • Indirect object pronouns: me, te, le, nos, os, les • Possessive adjectives: mi/mis, tu/tus, su/sus, nuestro/a/os/as, vuestro/a/os/as • Present tense of: regular verbs (hablar, comer, vivir, lavar, arreglar, etc.), irregular verbs (ir, ser, decir, servir, dormir, tener, etc.), and stem-changing verbs (pensar, poder, pedir, etc.) • Preterite tense of: regular verbs (estudiar, comer, comprar, etc.) and irregular verbs (estar, ir, hacer, pagar, querer, etc.) • Questions; particularly, how to formulate; e.g., “¿Cuánto cuesta?” • Saber vs. conocer usage; such as, “¿Conoce Ud. a Diane?” “¿Sabes leer?” • Verb conjugations; such as, gustar, interesar, fascinar, doler; e.g., “Me gustan los deportes.” “Les interesa la historia.” The University of Texas at Austin, Continuing & Innovative Education K-16 Education Center 3

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Sample Grammar Questions: The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension. DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations. Instrucciones: Completa las siguientes conversaciones seleccionando la mejor opción. 1. Rosa: Mi hermana tiene un perro. Alfredo: ¿Sí? ¿Tiene un nombre? Rosa: _____ nombre es Capitán. A. B. C. D.

Sus Su Mi Nuestro

2. Marta: ¿Vas a comprar _____ zapatos? Jorge: Sí, me quedan bien. A. B. C. D.

esa ese esas esos

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to replace the missing words or phrases. Instrucciones: Selecciona la mejor opción para sustituir las palabras o frases que faltan. 3. Hoy es el cumpleaños de mi amiga. Ella _____ 17 años. A. B. C. D.

tienes tenemos tienen tiene

4. En mis vacaciones voy a ver _____ abuelos en Chile. A. B. C. D.

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Part 2: Vocabulary This section targets your understanding of specific Spanish words and how they are used. There are 20 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 20 points. Note: You will also be required to demonstrate your knowledge of vocabulary in other parts of the exam. Review the tips for the other parts in this guide for additional vocabulary preparation help. Vocabulary Study Tips: Familiarize yourself with Spanish vocabulary associated with the following topics: • Adjectives for describing people; such as, alta, baja, rubia, pelirroja, morena, joven, vieja • Ages; such as, “Yo tengo 12 años.” and descriptive terms such as, joven, viejo, hermano mayor, hermano menor • Clothing/personal objects; such as, bolsos, cadenas, perfume, cámara, abrigo, traje de baño, sudadera, suéter, zapatos, videojuegos • Colors • Common phrases related to school; such as, “¿Tienes mucha tarea?” • Comparatives: más (menos) + adjective, adverb, or noun + que; such as, “Tú eres más alto que yo.” • Direct and indirect object pronouns (See Grammar tips.) • Family members; such as, padre/madre, hijo/a, tío/a, abuelo/a, hermano/a, madrastra/padastro, hermanastro/a, primo/a • Furniture; such as, mesita, lámpara, cortina, cómoda, alfombra, cuadro, armario, cama • Idioms using tener and hacer; such as, “Yo tengo ocho anos.” “Hace mucho frío.” • Phrases associated with shopping; such as, “Cuánto cuesta?” • Places to go; such as, el laboratorio, el cine, el museo, el lago, el estadio, el monumento, el teatro, la playa, las montañas, los programas musicales, los partidos de fútbol • Places to shop; such as, joyería, heladería, zapatería, librería, tienda de electrodomésticos, almacén, supermercado • School/education terminology; such as, información, informe, poema, ciencias, tarea, canción, álgebra, el equipo de natación • Shopping terms; such as, comprar, querer, baratos, caros, grandes, bonitos, nuevos, dinero • Things to see; such as, los programas musicales, los partidos de fútbol, el cine, la orquesta • Time-related words; such as, empieza, termina, ocho y media • Types of TV shows; such as, programas de concursos, telenovelas, programas deportivos, programas de cocina • Weather-related expressions; such as, “Hace frío.” “Hace calor.”

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Sample Vocabulary Questions: The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension. DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to supply the missing words or phrases. Instrucciones: Selecciona la mejor opción para proveer las palabras o frases que faltan. 1. Me gustan el béisbol y el fútbol. Por eso me encanta ver _____. A. B. C. D.

los programas de concursos las telenovelas los programas deportivos el programa de dibujos animados

2. Un radio es _____ que un televisor. A. B. C. D.

mayor más grande menor más pequeño

DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations. Instrucciones: Completa las siguientes conversaciones seleccionando la mejor opción. 3. Si quieres comprar un microondas, ¿a qué tienda vas? Voy a la _____. A. B. C. D.

joyería heladería tienda de electrodomésticos zapatería

4. ¿Tienes mucha tarea? Tengo que pasar por _____ para terminar mi proyecto para la clase de ciencias. A. B. C. D.

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Part 3: Reading This section assesses your Spanish reading comprehension skills. There are 10 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 10 points. Reading Study Tips: Practice reading Spanish. During the exam, refer back to the passage as often as necessary to find the answers to each question. Sample Reading Questions: The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension. DIRECTIONS: Carefully read the electronic posts below, and then select the BEST response for each related question. Instrucciones: Lee cuidadosamente los siguientes mensajes electrónicos, y luego selecciona la mejor respuesta para cada pregunta relacionada. Tienda Barcelona ¿Buscan Uds. ropa deportiva? Este mes todos nuestros clientes reciben como regalo una gorra de béisbol cuando compran una chaqueta deportiva. Cuando compran una chaqueta y una sudadera con pantalón, reciben también unos calcetines de su color favorito. Tenemos un descuento de 20% en las gafas de sol y las mochilas. ¡Disfruta España al comprar en nuestra tienda! 1. La Tienda Barcelona especializa en _____. A. B. C. D.

zapatos libros de texto ropa deporta muebles

2. La Tienda Barcelona tiene un descuento en _____. A. B. C. D.

los calcetines las gafas de sol y las mochilas las chaquetas el perfume

3. ¿Qué necesitan comprar los clientes para recibir unos calcetines? A. B. C. D.

Una chaqueta deportiva Unos zapatos Una chaqueta y una sudadera con pantalón Unos aretes

[1: C; 2: B; 3: C]

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Part 4: Culture This section consists of multiple-choice questions about the practices, perspectives, and products of Spanish-speaking countries. It is designed to test your basic understanding of key topics related to Hispanic cultures. There are 10 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 10 points. Culture Study Tips: As you might imagine, there are many, many aspects to the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries. The exam will cover the following topics specifically: • Birthday celebrations in Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, bright colors and piñatas • Capitals of Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, Madrid, Lima, and Buenos Aires • Castilian and its relationship to the language of Spanish • Cultural symbols associated with México; particularly, the sombrero and the Mexican coat of arms and their significance • Currencies of Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, the Mexican peso, the Guatemalan quetzal, and the euro in Spain • Exports of México; particularly, silver, tropical fruit, and pottery • Food; particularly, the country of origin of popular dishes such as, paella (Spain), enchiladas (México), arroz con frijoles (México), empanadas (Central/South America), quinoa (Latin America), and jamón serrano (Spain) • Greetings; particularly, a polite way to respond to “Nice to meet you” in Spanish (Encantado/a) • Holidays in Spanish-speaking countries, where they are celebrated, and what they celebrate; particularly, Día de los Muertos, Cinco de Mayo, and La Tomatina • Language family to which Spanish belongs (Romance languages, including Italian, French, Romanian, and Portuguese) • Mythology and mysticism associated with Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, the Mayan calendar and el chupacabra • Names of people living in Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, Latinos and Españoles • Nominative customs; such as, the suffix “-ito/a” for the youngest child, the placement of maiden and married names for women (such as “Josefina Martínez de Rivera”), or the suffix denoting a nationality (such as Españoles from España) • Sports in Spanish-speaking countries; notably, soccer and baseball • Transportation common for students in Latin America to get to school (bicycle, on foot, or public transportation)

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Sample Culture Questions: The following are sample questions that may appear on your exam. The correct answers are below, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension. DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST response to each of the following. Instrucciones: Selecciona la mejor respuesta para cada una de las siguientes preguntas. 1. Si una persona dice “mucho gusto” a un nuevo conocido, una respuesta cortés es “_____.” A. B. C. D.

me gusta encantado/a salud así es

2. Una leyenda latinoaméricana es _____. A. B. C. D.

los vecinos el chupacabra el desayuno las bebidas

3. El maíz y el chocolate son comidas de _____. A. B. C. D.

España las Américas Portugal Francia

4. ¿Cuál de los siguientes NO es un artículo de exportación principal de México? A. B. C. D.

Frutas tropicales Cerámica Plata Teléfonos

5. El español y el _____ son de la misma familia de lenguas. A. B. C. D.

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Part 5: Listening For this part of the exam, you will listen to several recordings and answer questions about what you hear. There are 10 questions in the section. Each question is worth 1 point, for a total of 10 points. Listening Study Tip: Practice listening to Spanish audio. Sample Listening Questions: The following are sample questions. The correct answers are below, but try answering the questions without looking at the answers first to check your comprehension. DIRECTIONS: Listen carefully to the recording. Then select the BEST response to each of the following questions. Instrucciones: Escucha cuidadosamente la grabación. Luego selecciona la mejor respuesta para cada una de las siguientes preguntas. [Recording:]

Me llamo Luz. Yo busqué un llavero para Cristina la semana pasada en el famoso mercado La Lagunilla. Pero lo compré en la joyería. Pagué doscientos cincuenta pesos. Es muy bonito, ¿no? Creo que es un buen regalo para ella.

1. Luz buscó un regalo para Cristina _____. A. B. C. D.

la semana pasada ayer el mes pasado el viernes

2. Luz compró un llavero en _____. A. B. C. D.

el mercado La Lagunilla el centro comercial la joyería el parque [1: A; 2: C]

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Part 6: Writing For this part of the exam, you will respond to several writing prompts using Spanish. There are 3 writing prompts in the section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 15 points. You must answer the questions in Spanish. See below for a bank of questions from which your questions will appear. On the next page, you will find a rubric that indicates how your instructor will grade this portion of the exam. Writing Study Tips: • You will receive three prompts from the following set of six. NOTE: On the actual exam, they will only be available in Spanish. Here you will see them in both English and Spanish. • You will NOT be allowed to choose which three prompts you answer, so prepare by writing a Spanish response to all six. • Use complete sentences with correct grammar and appropriate vocabulary. • Reread, edit, and rewrite your answers until you are comfortable responding to a Spanish prompt on the exam. Writing Prompts: You will receive three of the following prompts in Spanish only. DIRECTIONS: In the spaces provided, respond in Spanish to each of the following questions. You will be graded on your ability to clearly express yourself using complete sentences and appropriate vocabulary. Instrucciones: En los espacios dados contesta en español a las siguientes preguntas. Tu calificación será determinada tomando en cuenta tu habilidad de expresión usando oraciones completas con el vocabulario apropiado. 1. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe what you like to do every day after school. En español en 3–4 frases, describe lo que te gusta hacer todos los días después de la escuela. 2. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe your bedroom and explain where three things are (such as the bed, a lamp, or a desk). En español en 3–4 frases, describe tu recamara y explica donde están tres cosas (por ejemplo, la cama, la lámpara, o un escritorio). 3. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe the weather today and how you feel about it. En español en 3–4 frases, describe como está el clima de hoy y que piensas del clima. 4. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe your plans for the weekend. En español en 3–4 frases, describe tus planes para el fin de semana.

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5. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe a vacation you have taken or would like to take. En español en 3–4 frases, describe la vacación que has tomado o que te gustaría tomar. 6. In Spanish, list at least four subjects you take in school, and describe those subjects and teachers. (One example you might use is, in Spanish, “I take Biology with Mr. Peterson. It is my favorite course.”) En español, haz una lista de por lo menos cuatro cursos que estudias en la escuela, y describe los cursos y los profesores. (Un ejemplo es “Estudio biología con el Profesor Peterson. Ese es mi curso favorito.”) Writing Rubric: Your instructor will use the following rubric to grade the writing portion of your exam. To get the maximum number of points, aim to fulfill the requirements in the “Mastery” column below.

Lack of Competency (1 pt.) Too little writing is provided and/or fails to show minimal understanding.

Writing Rubric Each prompt is worth 5 points total. Minimal Adequate Advanced Competency Competency Competency (2 pts.) (3 pts.) (4 pts.) Limited Response briefly Response response shows develops ideas addresses the some evidence of with some prompt with understanding. transitions. details and transitions.

Mastery (5 pts.) Response fully addresses the prompt with elaboration and clear transitions.

Lacks control of grammar and uses inaccurate or very basic vocabulary.

Limited control of grammar and narrow range of vocabulary.

General control of grammar and competent range of vocabulary.

Consistent control of grammar and wide range of vocabulary.

Proficient control of grammar and an advanced range of vocabulary.

Significant language control errors make the response difficult to follow.

Language control errors may distract from meaning.

Language control errors may occur but do not distract from meaning.

Few, if any, language control errors.

No language errors.

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Part 7: Speaking For this part of the exam, you will respond to several written prompts by speaking Spanish. There are 3 speaking prompts in this section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 15 points. You must answer the questions in Spanish. See below for a bank of questions from which your questions will appear. On the next page, you will find a rubric that indicates how your instructor will grade this portion of the exam. Speaking Study Tips: • You will receive three prompts from the following set of six. NOTE: On the actual exam, they will only be available in Spanish. Here you will see them in both English and Spanish. • You will NOT be allowed to choose which three prompts you answer, so prepare by answering all six. • Write a response to each of the following prompts in Spanish. • Use complete sentences with correct grammar and pronunciation. • Practice reading your responses in Spanish. You may wish to record your responses and play them back to listen to yourself. • When you are taking the exam, it may help to write your responses and then read what you have written. Speaking Prompts: You will receive three of the following prompts in Spanish only. 1. Imagine you want to write an article for your school newspaper about a new exchange student from Costa Rica. Pretend to interview the student by asking 3–4 simple questions in Spanish related to his or her name, age, likes and dislikes, family, hometown, and so on. Imagina que quieres escribir un artículo para el periódico de tu escuela sobre un/a estudiante de intercambio de Costa Rica. Pretende entrevistar al estudiante y preguntar 3–4 preguntas en español sobre su nombre, cuantos años tiene, lo que le gusta y no le gusta, su familia, la ciudad en que vive, etc. 2. Suppose your father introduces you to his work partner. In Spanish, introduce yourself in 3–5 sentences. For example, you could include your name, age, school name, and grade. Imagina que tu padre te presenta a su compañero de trabajo. En español, preséntate en 3–5 frases. Por ejemplo, puedes incluir tu nombre, cuantos años tienes, el nombre de tu escuela, y tu grado escolar.

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3. Suppose that you accidentally left your bag on the subway in Mexico City. Now you’re in the subway lost and found trying to locate your bag. Greet the clerk and ask for help in Spanish using a minimum of four complete sentences. Be sure to describe the bag’s color and size. Imagina que por accidente dejaste tu bolso en el metro en la Ciudad de México. Ahora estás en el área de maletas perdidas para encontrar tu bolso. Saluda al oficial y pídele ayuda en español usando por lo menos cuatro frases. Estar seguro/a de describir el color y tamaño de tu bolso. 4. You have just landed at Aeropuerto Internacional de Madrid and you are meeting your host family for the first time. Introduce yourself in Spanish by stating your name, age, school name, and something you enjoy. Acabas de llegar al Aeropuerto Internacional de Madrid y vas a conocer a la familia con la que vas a vivir por primera vez. Preséntate en español y empieza por decir tu nombre, tu edad, el nombre de tu escuela, y algo que te gusta. 5. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe your weekday routine to your school counselor. For example, you might include answers to the following questions: What time do you usually wake up? What do you eat for breakfast? When and how do you get to school? Where do you eat lunch? What activities are you involved in after school? En español en 3–4 frases, descríbele tu rutina de semana a tu consejero en tu escuela. Por ejemplo, puedes incluir respuestas para las siguientes preguntas: ¿A qué hora te despiertas? ¿Qué comes para el desayuno? ¿A qué hora y cómo llegas a la escuela? ¿Dónde comes el almuerzo? ¿En qué actividades participas después de la escuela? 6. Suppose you have a friend who is interested in learning Spanish. In Spanish in 3–4 sentences, describe your experience with the language. For example, you might describe how you learned the language, where you are learning the language, what you have learned, who your teachers have been, what you like about the language, and so on. Imagina que tienes un/a amigo/a a quien le interesa aprender español. En español en 3–4 frases, describe tu experiencia con el idioma español. Por ejemplo, puedes describir como aprendiste el idioma, donde estás aprendiendo el idioma, lo que has aprendido, quienes han sido tus profesores, lo que te gusta del idioma, etc. When you are finished, it is very important that you listen to the recording to make sure it is audible. Then make sure your name is attached to your recording device, and submit it with your exam. You would be surprised how many students forget to submit their recording, or fail to realize it was a poor recording and thus get no or limited credit for this portion of the exam. See the next page for the rubric your instructor will use to grade this portion of the exam.

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Speaking Rubric: Your instructor will use the following rubric to grade the speaking portion of your exam. To get the maximum number of points, aim to fulfill the requirements in the “Mastery” column below.

Lack of Competency (1 pt.) Too little speech is recorded or it fails to show minimal understanding.

Speaking Rubric Each prompt is worth 5 points total. Minimal Adequate Advanced Competency Competency Competency (2 pts.) (3 pts.) (4 pts.) Limited Response briefly Response response shows develops ideas addresses the some evidence of with some prompt with understanding. transitions. details and transitions.

Mastery (5 pts.) Response fully addresses the prompt with elaboration and clear transitions.

Lacks control of grammar and uses inaccurate or very basic vocabulary.

Limited control of grammar and narrow range of vocabulary.

General control of grammar and competent range of vocabulary.

Consistent control of grammar and a wide range of vocabulary.

Proficient control of grammar and an advanced range of vocabulary.

Pronunciation errors may create confusion.

Pronunciation may create confusion.

Pronunciation is competent.

Pronunciation is advanced.

Pronunciation is excellent.

Frequent and severe language control errors make the response difficult to follow.

Language control errors may distract from meaning.

Language control errors do not interfere with meaning.

Few, if any, language control errors.

No language control errors.

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