091713 Spanish 2B 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 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 1 and 2A in addition to what is
listed here. It may be helpful for you to review the Study Guides for the Spanish 1 and 2A
EA/CBEs.
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. It
builds on the grammar covered in Spanish 2A. 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:
• Commands (affirmative and negative); such as, “No tires la salsa.” “Lávese las manos
antes de la cena.”
• Conjugations: present, present progressive, preterit, imperfect, and future tense of common
regular and irregular verbs; such as, ser, estar, tener, venir, dormer, llegar, lastimar,
hablar, romper
• Noun genders; such as, el avión, la torta, los frijoles
• Object pronouns; such as, “La tengo.” “Te veo.”
• Possessive adjectives and pronouns; such as, “Ellos son mis músicos favoritos.” “Esta es su
pluma.”
• Prepositions using the infinitive forms of verbs; such as, “Antes de dormir, me cepillo los
dientes.”
• Preterit vs. imperfect tense; such as, hablé and hablaba
• Reflexive verbs; such as, “Ella se lava.” “Me llamo Maria.”
• Saber and conocer; particularly, when each is used
• Subject/verb agreement; such as, “Yo hablo.” “Tú hablas.” “Él habla.”
• Subjunctive tense usage and conjugation; such as, “Es major que duermas en un albergue.”
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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. ¿Con qué _____ los frijoles?
Con arroz.
A.
B.
C.
D.
se hierve
hierven
se sirve
se sirven
2. Después del banquete, nadie _____ hambre.
Claro que no. Habrá mucha comida.
A.
B.
C.
D.
tenía
tendrá
tiene
tuvo
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. Los científicos del futuro _____ las respuestas a todas nuestras preguntas.
A.
B.
C.
D.
sabrán
sabían
saben
sepan
4. ¡Cuidado Manuel! No _____ la salsa. No quiero limpiar la cocina otra vez.
A. tira
B. tires
C. tiras
D. tiré
[1: D; 2: B; 3: A; 4:B]
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Part 2: Vocabulary
This section targets your understanding of specific Spanish words and how they are used. It builds
on the vocabulary covered in Spanish 2A.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; such as, enojado, agitado, aburrido, fenomenal
• Environmental terms; such as, medio ambiente, naturaleza, contaminación, energía solar,
extinción
• Food and cooking terms; such as, ollas, sartenes, mezclar, pelar, calentar, fregadero
• Medical terms; such as, radiografía, receta, yeso, hueso, venda, inyección, cirujano,
ambulancia
• Occupations; such as, mecánico, cartero, ingeniero, gerente, diseñadora, periodista,
contadora
• Television shows and movies; such as, show de moda, comedia, documental, telenovela,
noticiero
• Travel-related terms; such as, turista, gira, quiosco, pasaporte, maletas, reservaciones,
aduana
• Verbs; such as, luchar, dudar, reducir, eliminar, insistir, durar, llegar
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. La forma más tranquila y con menos ruido de navegar a esa isla es en _____.
A.
B.
C.
D.
bote de vela
moto acuática
esquí acuático
bote de motor
2. Generalmente _____ añade sal antes de hervir el agua.
A. me
B. te
C. les
D. se
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DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations.
Instrucciones: Completa las siguientes conversaciones seleccionando la mejor opción.
3. ¿Quién va a volar a la Argentina esta noche?
_____ con más experiencia que tenemos nos lleva.
A.
B.
C.
D.
La auxiliar de vuelo
El pasajero
La pilota
El aduanero
4. No estoy segura de como llegar al centro. ¿Me ayudas?
Sí, _____ ayudo.
A.
B.
C.
D.
los
me
te
nos
[1: A; 2: D; 3: C; 4: C]
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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 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 passage below, and then select the BEST response for
each related question.
Instrucciones: Lee cuidadosamente el siguiente pasaje, y luego selecciona la mejor respuesta
para cada pregunta relacionada.
Graciela,
Eres muy talentoso y quiero que sigas tu sueño de una carrera fantástica en California.
¡Invítame a tu casa cerca de la playa cuando ganes tu primer millón de dólares!
–Sofia
1.
¿Qué quiere Sofia que haga Graciela?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Estudiar en la universidad
Viajar mucho
Seguir su carrera elegida
Comprar una casa
2.
Según lo que escribió, ¿qué predice Sofia del futuro
de Graciela?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Graciela comprará un carro.
Graciela va a ganar mucho dinero.
Graciela hará muchos nuevos amigos.
Graciela va a estudiar en la universidad.
[1: C; 2: B]
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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:
• Argentinian cowboy (gaucho)
• Artists; particularly, the famous Spanish-speaking surrealist and abstract artists, Pablo
Picasso, Frida Kahlo, and Salvador Dalí
• Capitals of Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, San Juan, Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and
Lima
• Cuban immigration population; particularly, in which U.S. city the population is highest
(Miami)
• Cuban music; particularly, the major influences of African and Spanish music
• Dia de los Muertos; particularly, the associated symbols of skulls, skeletons, and spirits
• Foods popular in Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, flan, empanadas, tortillas, salsa
de chile, and paella
• Geography of Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, which are islands and which are
located in Central America
• Holidays in Spanish-speaking countries; particularly, the dates they are celebrated and in
which country they are celebrated; e.g., Cinco de Mayo, Día de los Santos, Día de los
Muertos, and Los Sanfermines
• Ingredients commonly found in Mexican tortillas; particularly, corn and water
• Religion; particularly, the most common religion practiced in Spanish-speaking countries
• Spanish and Mexican flags; particularly, the images shown on the flags
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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.
¿Cuál de los siguientes días festivos se celebra en España?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Los Sanfermines
El Cinco de Mayo
El Día de los Muertos
El Cuatro de Julio
2.
¿Cuál de estas
ciudades se encuentra en España?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Buenos Aires
Miami
Madrid
Tokyo
3. ¿Cuál de los siguientes países es una isla?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Perú
La República Dominicana
Uruguay
Ecuador
4. ¿Cuál de los siguientes es un postre popular en México?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Crème brûlée
Tarta de almendras
Flan
Manzanas asadas
[1: A; 2: C; 3: B; 4: C]
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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:]
1.
Entrevistador: Laura, adonde irás tú después de graduarte? ¿A la universidad
con Marisela?
Laura: No. Iré a una escuela de arte. Creo que tengo talento para ser una
buena diseñadora de ropa algún día. Ahora mismo, yo diseño mi propia ropa y
le gusta a todas mis amigas.
Entrevistador: Una diseñadora famosa?!?!
Laura: Sí, algún día ganaré un millón de dólares.
¿A dónde irá Laura después de graduarse?
A.
B.
C.
D.
A la universidad con Marisela
Al colegio con Marisela
A una escuela de arte
Al servicio militar
2.
¿Qué le importa más a Laura?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Estudiar con gente famosa
Asistir a la universidad con una amiga
Enseñar arte
Ser rica y famosa
[1: C; 2: D]
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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 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.
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. ¿A dónde te gustaría viajar en el futuro? En 4–5 frases completas en español, explica por
que quieres visitar este lugar, y luego habla de los lugares que vistarás y de lo que verás
allí (por ejemplo, museos, restaurantes, etc.).
Where would you like to travel in the future? In 4–5 Spanish sentences, explain why you
want to visit this place, and then talk about where you will go and what you will see there
(for example, museums, restaurants, etc.).
2. En 4–5 frases completas en español, describe un trabajo ideal de tiempo parcial. Puedes
incluir que tipo de trabajo quieres, por que quieres el trabajo, y lo que piensas hacer con
el dinero que vas a ganar.
In 4–5 Spanish sentences, describe your ideal part-time job. You may include what kind of
job you want, why you want the job, and what you intend to do with the money you make.
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3. Imagina que la familia de un/a amigo/a hispano/a te invitó a una cena. Fuiste y te
divertiste mucho. Escríbele una nota de agradecimiento a la familia con por lo menos
cuatro frases completas en español.
Suppose that a Hispanic friend’s family invited you to a dinner party. You went, and you
had a wonderful time. Write the family a thank-you note of at least four sentences in
Spanish.
4. Describe en 4–5 frases completas en español como eras cuando estabas en la escuela
primaria. Por ejemplo, puedes describir las características de tu personalidad, tus
pasatiempos favoritos, lo que hacías con tus amigos/as, etc.
Describe in 4–5 Spanish sentences what you were like in grade school. For example, you
can describe the characteristics of your personality, your favorite pastimes, what you used
to do with your friends, etc.
5. Imagina que vas a hacer una fiesta de despedida para un/a estudiante de intercambio de
México. En por lo menos cinco frases completas, escribe una invitación en español que
incluye la información necesaria (hora, fecha, lugar, etc.).
Suppose you are having a farewell party for an exchange student from Mexico. Write an
invitation letter in Spanish that includes the necessary information (time, date, location,
etc.) in at least five complete sentences.
6. En por lo menos cuatro frases completas, compara en español la cultura mexicana con la
cultura estadounidense. Por ejemplo, puedes describir cuales son las semejanzas y las
diferencias en la comida, la música, la escuela, los productos, los pasatiempos, los
idiomas, y otros aspectos de los dos países.
In at least four sentences in Spanish, compare the Mexican culture and the American
culture. For example, you can describe how the food, music, school, products, hobbies,
language, and other aspects of the two countries are similar and different.
See the next page for the rubric your instructor will use to grade this portion of the exam.
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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 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.
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. Be sure to 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.
Sample Speaking Prompts:
You will receive three of the following prompts in Spanish only.
1. En por lo menos cinco frases completas en español, explica cómo se hace tu comida
favorita. Puedes hablar de los ingredientes que necesitas y donde los compras, el proceso
que sigues para preparar la comida, etc.
In at least five Spanish sentences, explain how to make your favorite dish. You can talk
about the ingredients you need and where you buy them, the process you follow to prepare
the dish, etc.
2. En español en por lo menos cinco frases completas, compara el idioma español con el
idioma inglés.
In Spanish in at least five sentences, compare the Spanish language to the English
language.
3. En 5–6 frases completas en español, habla acerca de uno/a de tus amigos/as o un familiar
íntimo. Explica por que es tan fácil llevarte bien con esta persona y cuales son las
características que tienen en común tú y esta persona.
In 5–6 sentences in Spanish, talk about one of your closest friends or family members.
Explain what makes it so easy for you to get along with this person. What characteristics of
this person complement your own characteristics?
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4.
En español en 3–5 frases completas,
describe el proceso de aprender un nuevo idioma. Provee detalles sobre lo que es fácil y lo
que es difícil de aprender un idioma para tí.
In 3–5 sentences in Spanish, discuss the process of learning a new language. Provide
details about what is easy and what is difficult for you in learning a language.
5. En español, describe un viaje reciente fuera de la ciudad o a algún lugar en tu ciudad.
Incluye a donde y cuando viajaste, con quien viajaste, que transporte usaste, lo que viste,
las actividades en que participaste, y de la experiencia en general. Tu cuento debe incluir
por lo menos cinco frases completas.
In Spanish, describe a recent trip out of town or to some place in your town. Include when
and where you traveled, with whom you traveled, what transportation you used, what you
saw, what activities you did, and your overall feelings about the trip. Your story should
include a minimum of five sentences.
6. En español, describe tu pasatiempo o tu actividad favorita. Puedes incluir cuando
empezaste a hacer esta actividad o pasatiempo, la frecuencia con que lo haces, por que te
gusta, y cuando lo haces. Tu descripción debe incluir por lo menos cinco frases completas.
In Spanish, describe your favorite hobby or activity. You may include when you started
doing the activity or hobby, how often you do it, why you like it, or when you do it. Your
description should include a minimum of five sentences.
When you are finished, 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.
Cuando hayas terminado, escucha la grabación para asegurarte de que sea audible. Luego
asegúrate de que tu nombre aparezca en el aparato de grabación, y preséntalo junto con tu
examen. Usted se sorprenderá de la cantidad de estudiantes se olvide de enviar su grabación, o
no se dan cuenta que era una grabación de baja calidad y por lo tanto no reciben ninguna o
limitada de crédito para esta parte del examen.
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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