AP Spanish Help for Nonspeakers!

skieurope
Fri, 23 Dec 2016 02:44:25 +0000

The AP Spanish test is extremely difficult (yes, even for we native speakers).

us native speakers.

If you receive a 5, it is supposed to mean that you are “near native” in proficiency. (Notice it is not “native”)

Common misconception. AP exams test nowhere near “near-native.” Per the ACTFL guidelines, they test at an intermediate-high level.

I’d greatly appreciate any resources to help me build vocabulary and grammar skills.

Basically, all grammar should have been taught before the AP class. The grammar explanations should be about finetuning and reinforcing. There is no grammar section on the exam, per se, although you are expected to use correct grammar.

Review that past FRQ’s and see how well you would do. Get a prep book like Barron’s. Read news/listen to news in Spanish. Good luck.