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French 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 French. (Avoid regional dialects.)
• Be able to read and write in French.
• Foreign language knowledge is cumulative; therefore, you are expected to be familiar with
the vocabulary and grammar topics included in French 1 and 2A in addition to what is
listed here. It may be helpful to you to review the Study Guides for the French 1 and 2A
EA/CBEs.
Additional Study Tips
In this Study Guide, you will find 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 French language. It
builds on the grammar covered in French 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:
• Direct object pronouns (complément d’objet direct): me/m’, te/t’, le/l’, la/l’ nous, vous, les;
e.g., «J’ai acheté un bouquet de fleurs et je vais le donner à ma mére.»
• Disjunctive pronouns (pronoms disjoints): moi, toi, lui, elle, soi, nous, vous, eux, elles;
e.g., «Nous allons être en retard pour le train parce que tu es trop lent! Dépêche-toi!»
• Imperfect (imparfait) verb forms; such as, «Quand j’etais petit, mon frère et moi
cherchions des coquillages à la plage.»
• Indirect objects pronouns (complément d’objet indirect): me/m’, te/t’, lui, nous, vous, leur;
e.g., «Pour l’anniversaire de mon père, je lui ai donné une nouvelle canne à pêcher.»
• Passé composé: «Hier Marie est arrivée en retard à la fête.»
• Reflexive pronouns (pronoms réfléchis): me/m’, te/t’/toi, se/s’, nous, vous; e.g., «Je me
réveille de bonne heure le matin.»
• Reflexive verbs, past tense; such as, «L’ambulance est arrivée à toute vitesse.»
• Verbs, present tense (le présent de l’indicatif); e.g., «Ensemble nous avons cinq tartes aux
pommes pour la fête.»
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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 replace the missing words or phrases.
1. Hier soir _____ mes devoirs quand le téléphone a sonné.
A.
B.
C.
D.
je fait
j’ai fait
je faisait
je faisais
2. Le garçon est triste parce que son poisson rouge _____ ce matin.
A.
B.
C.
D.
a mort
mourait
est mort
mouraient
DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations.
3. Quelqu’un a appelé le numéro d’urgence?
Oui, et l’ambulance _____ à toute vitesse.
A.
B.
C.
D.
arrivait
arrivais
est arrivée
sont arrivées
4. Où as-tu fais les courses ce matin?
Je/J’ _____ à la boulangerie, à la charcuterie, et à la fromagerie.
A.
B.
C.
D.
allais
ai allé
suis allé
vais aller
[Answers: 1: D; 2: C; 3: C; 4: C]
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Part 2: Vocabulary
This section targets your understanding of specific French words and how they are used. It builds
on the vocabulary covered in French 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 French vocabulary associated with the following topics:
• Common expressions; e.g., «Ça ne fait rien.» «Ce n’est pas grave.» «Ça veut dire quoi?»
• Emotions; e.g., fâché, triste, heureux, fatigué
• Entertainment; e.g., roman, chanson, spectacle
• Exclamations; e.g., «Tout de suite!» «Arrête!» «À tout à l’heure!»
• Food; e.g., oeuf, huile, pain, sucre, oignon, salade, confiture, pomme
• History terms; e.g., siège, cycle, siècle, section
• Household appliances; e.g., aspirateur, fer à repasser, lave-vaisselle, sèche-cheveux
• Occupations; e.g., boucher, fleuriste, chanteur, boulanger, acteur, auteur, peintre
• Outdoor objects; e.g., route, voiture, pont, nuage, poubelle
• Parts of a house; e.g., porte, escalier, fenêtre
• Reflexive verbs; e.g., «Nous nous dépêchons parce que nous ne voulons pas arriver en
retard!»
• School supplies; e.g., carte, feuille, gomme, calculatrice
• Toys; e.g., poupée, balle, raquette, vélo
• Verbs used in daily life; e.g., brûler, chanter, conduire, courir, crier, croire, cuire,
déjeuner, demander, devoir, donner, dormir, écouter, envoyer, fermer, lire, manquer,
marcher, nager, partager, pouvoir, savoir, sortir, suivre, tomber, trouver, vendre
• Verbs, future tense; e.g., «Demain il pleuvra.»
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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 replace the missing words or phrases.
1. Je n’ai pas de permis de _____ parce que je n’ai pas de voiture.
A.
B.
C.
D.
lire
courir
marcher
conduire
2. Les enfants sont si bruyants! Ils _____ toute la journée!
A.
B.
C.
D.
lisent
crient
dorment
écoutent
DIRECTIONS: Select the BEST choice to complete the following conversations.
3. Savez-vous comment aller à la cafétéria?
Oui, vous pouvez me _____. J’y vais pour déjeuner maintenant.
A. sauter
B. savoir
C. suivre
D. pouvoir
4. Comment allons-nous traverser la rivière?
Il y a _____ là-bas.
A.
B.
C.
D.
un pont
un nuage
un gâteau
une chèvre
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DIRECTIONS: Choose the BEST translation for each word or phrase.
5. Ça ne fait rien.
A.
B.
C.
D.
It will not work.
He does nothing.
It doesn’t matter.
I’m not doing anything.
6. A tout à l’heure!
A.
B.
C.
D.
It’s time!
All at once!
See you soon!
You’re out of time!
[Answers: 1: D; 2: B; 3: C; 4: A; 5: C; 6: C]
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Part 3: Reading
This section assesses your French 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 French. During the exam, refer back to the passage as often as necessary to find
the answers to each question.
Sample Reading Questions:
The following is a sample reading passage followed by several questions about the passage. 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.
Chère Marie,
Je ne t’ai pas encore parlé de ma passion pour le théâtre. Mes parents sont directeurs de la
petite troupe de théâtre de mon village et je les aide toujours à monter les pièces. Je jouais
des rôles d’enfants quand j’étais petite. Mais hier soir, j’ai joué le rôle principal pour la
première fois.
Quelle journée! Je me suis levée tôt ce matin et je ne me suis pas habillée de toute la
matinée. J’ai passée la matinée dans ma chambre où j’ai répété la pièce plusieurs fois.
Vers midi, j’ai pris un bain, j’ai déjeuné légèrement et je me suis couchée. Heureusement
je me suis endormie tout de suite et je me suis réveillée en pleine forme.
Vers 17h30, nous sommes partis pour le théâtre sans nous dépêcher parce qu’il faut
toujours être calme juste avant le commencement de la pièce. On m’a peignée et je me
suis maquillée. La pièce a commencé à 7h et quand je suis entrée en scène, j’ai vu la
sourire de Papa. Ça m’a donné du courage. Je me suis trompée une seule fois; je me suis
dirigée trop tôt vers la porte, mais personne ne l’a remarqué. A la fin de la pièce, les
spectateurs m’ont appellée sur la scène quatre fois; la quatrième fois on m’a présenté un
bouquet de fleurs. Quelle soirée! Je suis sûre maintenant que je veux devenir actrice!
Amitiés,
Grace
1. Qu’est-ce que Grace adore?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Le sport
Les films
Le théâtre
Le es enfants
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2. Qu’est-ce que Grace a fait le jour de la première?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Elle a fait des courses.
Elle a acheté des fleurs.
Grace est restée à la maison.
Elle est allée au restaurant avec des copines.
3. Combien de fois est-ce qu’elle s’est trompée?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Une fois
Quatre fois
Quelque fois
Plusieurs fois
4. Le père de Grace est _____ de voir sa fille sur la scène.
A.
B.
C.
D.
effrayé
furieux
heureux
nerveux
5. A la fin de la pièce, Grace a réçu _____.
A.
B.
C.
D.
des fleur
un collier
un cadeau
quelques livres
[Answers: 1: C; 2: C; 3: A; 4: C; 5: A]
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Part 4: Culture
This section consists of multiple-choice questions about French culture, customs, and society.
It is designed to test your basic understanding of key topics related to French culture. 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 of French culture. The exam will cover the
following topics specifically:
• Authors Albert Camus and Alexandre Dumas
• Bastille Day (La Fête Nationale); particularly, the date and what it commemorates
• Bon vivant; particularly, the type of person this word describes
• Emperors of France; particularly, the name of the first
• Films based on French novels; particularly, The Phantom of the Opera, The Hunchback of
Notre Dame, and Twenty Thousand Leagues Under the Sea
• Food; particularly, popular French dishes; e.g., escargots, omelettes, soufflé, mousse, crème
brûlée
• French Creole; particularly, the U.S. state in which it is most commonly spoken
• French music and dance; e.g., ballet, cancan, cabaret
• Hundred Years War; particularly, the country that France fought against
• Landmarks; particularly, Notre Dame, La Tour Eiffel, Le Château de Versailles, L’Arc de
Triomphe
• Language; particularly, the history and cultural importance of the French language and the
role of L’Académie française in maintaining its authenticity
• Les Misérables; particularly, the basic plot of the French novel
• Paintings by the French Impressionist and Post-Impressionist artists; particularly, works of
Claude Monet, Paul Cèzanne, and Édouard Manet
• Phrases common in English and their meanings; particularly, «À la carte.» «Coup d’état.»
«Raison d’être.» «Fait accompli.» «Je ne sais quoi.»
• Soirée; particularly, the type of event this word describes
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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.
1. After the fall of the monarchy, _____ was the first Emperor of France.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Charles de Gaulle
Napoléon Bonaparte
Jean-Jacques Rousseau
Maximilien Robespierre
2. The mission of L’Académie française is to maintain _____.
A.
B.
C.
D.
French agricultural standards
the purity of the French language
the standards of the French medical profession
the legitimacy of academic institutions in France
3. _____ is a famous painting by the French artist Claude Monet.
A.
B.
C.
D.
Olympia
Water Lilies
The Mona Lisa
Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte
4. _____ is a French phrase used by English speakers that refers to an intangible quality that
makes something special or interesting.
A.
B.
C.
D.
“A la carte”
“Coup d’état”
“Raison d’être”
“Je ne sais quoi”
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5. Which of the following best describes the plot of the famous French novel Les Misérables?
A. An airplane pilot crashes in a desert where he meets a young prince.
B. Because of his disfigurement, a man haunts an opera house and his musical genius is
never realized.
C. A man is released from prison, but is haunted by his past as he tries to start a new life
with his adopted daughter.
D. The nephew of a German baron travels Europe, meeting philosophers and other
characters along the way.
[Answers: 1: B; 2: B; 3: B; 4: D; 5: 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 French 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 the
following questions.
[Recording:]
1. What does the speaker like to watch on TV with his father?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Je regarde souvent la télé avec mon père parce que nous aimons le tennis. Le
vendredi soir à six heures, il y a toujours un match de tennis. Chaque fois,
mon père et moi nous nous asseyons en face de la télévision toute la soirée.
Mais ma mère n’aime pas regarder les sports. Donc vendredi soir elle reste
dans sa chambre pour regarder la télévision. Ma mère préfère regarder les
nouvelles.
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Swimming
2. At what time does the game begin?
A.
B.
C.
D.
5 p.m.
6 p.m.
7 p.m.
8 p.m.
3. Which of the following programs does the speaker’s mother enjoy watching?
A.
B.
C.
D.
Sitcoms
Soap operas
News shows
Police dramas
[Answers: 1: C; 2: B; 3: C]
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Part 6: Writing
For this part of the exam, you will respond to several writing prompts using French. There are
3 writing prompts in this section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 15 points. The
questions are written in English; however, you must answer the questions in French. 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.
• You will NOT be allowed to choose which three prompts you answer, so prepare by
writing a French response to all six.
• Use complete sentences with correct grammar and appropriate vocabulary.
• Reread, edit, and rewrite your answers until you are comfortable responding in French.
Writing Prompts
You will receive three of the following prompts.
DIRECTIONS: In the spaces provided, respond in French to each of the following questions.
You will be graded on your ability to clearly express yourself using complete sentences and
appropriate vocabulary.
1. Suppose a friend asks you to recommend a good French restaurant. In 3–4 French
sentences, tell your friend what restaurant you recommend and why. If you don’t know
of a French restaurant, recommend your favorite restaurant instead.
2. In at least four French sentences, describe where you would like to travel in the future and
explain why. Provide specific examples of the products, culture, customs, language, or
other features that intrigue you.
3. Suppose you interviewed for a job with a French company. Compose a thank-you note to
the employer thanking him or her for the opportunity to interview. Write the note in
French in 4–5 complete sentences.
4. Suppose that a French 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 French.
5. In at least four French sentences, compare the French 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.
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6. Suppose that you read on a neighborhood listserv that a French family has just come to the
United States, and they would like help with their two small children. Compose an email
response in French describing why you would make a great tutor or nanny for the children.
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 French. There
are 3 speaking prompts in the section. Each response is worth 5 points for a total of 15 points. The
questions are written in English; however, you must answer the questions in French. 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.
• You will NOT be allowed to choose which three, so prepare by answering all six.
• Write a response to each of the following prompts in French.
• Use complete sentences with correct grammar and pronunciation.
• Practice reading your responses in French. 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.
1. In French in at least three sentences, tell a friend how to get from the school to your house.
Be sure to indicate specific turns, street names, and other details.
2. Study the following illustration. Then, in French, pretend you are asking a friend at least
four questions about what you see. (The image shows a man, a girl, and a dog under a tree.)
3. In 3–5 sentences in French, discuss the process of learning a new language. Provide details
about what is easy and what is difficult for you in learning a language.
4. In French in 3–4 sentences, ask your teacher for permission to miss one class period for a
specific reason, such as to try out for a school play or sports team.
5. Study the following eight images. Then, in French, state the letter of the picture and
describe what you see in 1–2 sentences. (The images show silhouettes of people who are
doing active things; including, playing guitar, questioning, carrying school books, singing,
running, cycling, playing baseball, and skiing.)
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6. In 4–5 sentences in French, describe how learning a new language might help you in the
future. For example, explain how it might help you with a future career or how it might
lead you to have a better understanding of a foreign culture.
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.
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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