GCSE SPANISH Specimen Assessment Materials 1
For teaching from 2009
For awards from 2011
SPANISH
SPECIMEN ASSESSMENT MATERIALS
GCSE SPANISH Specimen Assessment Materials 3
Contents
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Question Paper
Listening
Reading
Speaking
Writing
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Mark Schemes and Tapescripts
Listening
Reading
Speaking
Writing
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
0
GCSE
SPANISH
FOUNDATION TIER (Grades G-C)
LISTENING
SPECIMEN PAPER SUMMER 2011
35 minutes approximately
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this
page.
Answer all questions.
Write your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
Dictionaries are not allowed.
Before you hear the tape, you will be allowed five minutes to read the questions.
The tape will be played. After hearing the voices of the Spanish speakers used on the
tape, you will hear question 1 as it appears in your answer book. The Spanish item will
then follow. At the end of this there will be a pause and the item will then be repeated.
All the other questions will be heard in the same way.
There will be a pause of approximately 2 minutes at the end of the test before answer
books are collected.
You may make notes or write your answers at any time.
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
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1.
At the Grocer’s. What do they buy?
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
pears
apples
grapes
bananas
the man
[2]
ham
sausages eggs
milk
the
woman
[2]
SECTION 2
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
water
bread
cheese
sweets
the man
[2]
flowers
cereal
cooking
oil
wine
the
woman
[2]
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2.
Where are these people?
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
[1]
[1]
3.
(a)
Where are these tourists going?
[1]
(b)
How are they getting there?
[1]
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4.
In the hotel.
(a)
The room has a….
[1]
(b)
The room hasn’t got a….
[1]
5.
Two Spanish-speaking pupils introduce themselves.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
(a)
Where are they from?
Cecilia is from
Ignacio is from
………….……..………….……..
………………..………….……..
[2]
(b)
What do their parents do?
Cecilia's parents work in a ………….……..………….……..
Ignacio's father is a ………….……..………….……..
(c)
[2]
What are their favourite subjects at school?
Cecilia likes …………….
Ignacio likes…………….
[2]
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6.
Cecilia is talking about her school.
Put a cross in the four correct boxes.
Her school has about 650 students
Her school has about 750 students
All the students have to learn English
Some students choose to learn English
Lessons begin later than in Wales
Lessons begin earlier than in Wales
She walks to school every day
She takes the bus to school every day
[4]
7.
What job do they do?
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example: 1 – B
1
2
3
4
5
A
B
B
C
D
E
[4]
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8.
A Spanish boy talks about his plans for the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
(a)
He would like to be a ………………..
(b)
What does he want to do with his money?
[1]
……………………………………………
[1]
9.
At the station.
Answer the questions with the appropriate times.
(a)
At what time does the bus leave for Málaga?
……………………………………………..
[1]
(b)
How long is the journey?
……………………………………………..
[1]
10.
Two Spanish friends talk about their plans for the evening.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
They are going to the ……………………….
They will meet at the ………………………..
At ……………………..
[3]
11.
A British tourist goes to the Lost Property Office in Barcelona.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
He lost his…… ……………..
It is ………………and quite big and contains money,
……. ……and his passport.
He lost it in the…………..…. When? ……………
[5]
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
0
GCSE
SPANISH
HIGHER TIER (Grades A*-D)
LISTENING
SPECIMEN PAPER SUMMER 2011
45 minutes approximately
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this
page.
Answer all questions.
Write your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
Dictionaries are not allowed.
Before you hear the tape, you will be allowed five minutes to read the questions.
The tape will be played. After hearing the voices of the Spanish speakers used on the
tape, you will hear question 1 as it appears in your answer book. The Spanish item will
then follow. At the end of this there will be a pause and the item will then be repeated.
All the other questions will be heard in the same way.
There will be a pause of approximately 2 minutes at the end of the test before answer
books are collected.
You may make notes or write your answers at any time.
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
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1.
What job do they do?
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example: 1 – B
1
2
3
4
5
A
B
B
C
D
E
[4]
2.
A Spanish boy talks about his plans for the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
(a)
He would like to be a ………………..
(b)
What does he want to do with his money?
[1]
……………………………………………
[1]
3.
At the station.
Answer the questions with the appropriate times.
(a)
At what time does the bus leave for Málaga?
……………………………………………..
[1]
(b)
How long is the journey?
……………………………………………..
[1]
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4.
Two Spanish friends talk about their plans for the evening.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
They are going to the ……………………….
They will meet at the ………………………..
At ……………………..
[3]
5.
A British tourist goes to the Lost Property Office in Barcelona.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
He lost his…… ……………..
It is ………………and quite big and contains money,
……. ……and his passport.
He lost it in the…………..…. When? ……………
[5]
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6.
Your friend Pilar sends you a tape. What does she do every weekend?
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
(a)
Pilar works as a ….
Cleaner
Cashier
Shop assistant
[1]
(b)
She works only in the morning
She works only in the afternoon
She works morning and afternoon
[1]
SECTION 2
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
(c)
With the money she earns she likes to buy…………………
On Sunday evening she likes to …………………………….
[2]
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7.
Raúl and Antonio talk about their TV viewing habits.
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
(a)
Antonio likes to watch sports on TV on ……………..and …………….
[2]
(b)
What particular sport is he interested in?
………………………………………………………………………….
[1]
(c)
Which programme does he find amusing?
………………………………………………………………………….
[1]
SECTION 2
Put a cross in the four correct boxes.
(d)
Raúl:
likes to watch musicals
likes to watch music programmes
prefers music in English
prefers Spanish singers
his favourite programmes are in the afternoon
his favourite programmes are at night
he spends a lot of time watching television
his favourite programme is on Saturday night
[4]
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8.
Weather report.
What’s the weather like?
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example:
Sur
C
[3]
9.
Talking about the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
Mercedes is worried because of her………………………
Whereas Arturo needs to ……………………to go to university.
She would like to be a ……………………..and
Arturo a…………………….
[4]
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10.
Interviewing a celebrity.
There are three sections.
SECTION 1
Answer the following questions.
(a)
When is this programme on air?
.......................................................................................................................................
(b)
What is the Vuelta a España ?
.......................................................................................................................................
SECTION 2
(c)
What did Pedro do for three months?
.......................................................................................................................................
(d)
How much did his first bike cost?
.......................................................................................................................................
SECTION 3
(e)
What is the dream of every cyclist according to Pedro?
.......................................................................................................................................
(f)
What is his advice to young cyclists?
.......................................................................................................................................
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
0
GCSE
SPANISH
FOUNDATION TIER (Grades G-C)
READING
SPECIMEN PAPER SUMMER 2011
35 minutes
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this
page.
Answer all questions.
Write your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
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1.
Look at these signs and choose a letter to answer the questions.
A
B
C
D
[8]
CARNICERĺA
G
PISCINA
H
BIBLIOTECA
I
GASOLINERA
J
OFICINA DE TURISMO
PASTELERĺA
RENFE
FARMACIA
E
BOLERA
F
POLIDEPORTIVO
(i)
Where would you buy tablets?
……………………………
[1]
(ii)
Where would you catch a train?
……………………………
[1]
(iii)
Where would you fill up with petrol?
……………………………
[1]
(iv)
Where would you buy a cake?
……………………………
[1]
(v)
Where would you play sports?
……………………………
[1]
(vi)
Where would you get tourist information ?
..........................................
[1]
(vii)
Where would you buy meat?
……………………………
[1]
(viii)
Where would you borrow a book?
……………………………
[1]
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2.
Here is some information on five young Spanish people. Answer the questions by
giving the name of the person in the box.
[8]
Raúl:
Yo soy muy deportista. El fútbol es mi deporte preferido. Juego para
mi instituto y soy miembro del polideportivo y juego en el equipo local.
Ana:
Yo no soy nada deportista. Me gusta estudiar. Mi asignatura favorita
es el inglés y este verano voy a pasar mis vacaciones en Inglaterra.
Juan:
Me interesa la música. Toco el piano desde hace seis años. En el
instituto voy bien en música.
Conchi:
En mi tiempo libre me gusta salir con mis amigos. Siempre vamos a
las tiendas y gasto mucho dinero en la ropa. También estudio francés
todos los lunes a las ocho con mi madre.
David:
Hola. Me llamo David. Me encanta la natación y los deportes
acuáticos. Todos los fines de semana voy a la playa para practicar la
vela con mis amigos.
PREGUNTA
Who goes to the beach every weekend?
Who is going on holidays?
Who doesn’t like sport?
Who spends a lot of money on clothes?
Who likes studying?
Who plays in a team?
Who likes water sports?
Who plays an instrument?
NOMBRE
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3.
Read the following text on Huw's holidays and put a cross in the 8 correct boxes. [8]
Palma
En julio fui de vacaciones a Mallorca con mis padres y mi hermana. Como estudio el
español en el instituto, fue una buena oportunidad para practicar el idioma.
Nos alojamos en un hotel muy lujoso a unos dos minutos de la playa. El primer día
fuimos todos a la playa pero hacía demasiado calor y volvimos al hotel después de
una hora.
Por la noche, cenábamos en restaurantes muy típicos. A mí me encanta la comida
española, sobre todo los mariscos pero a mi hermana no le gustaron nada los platos
regionales.
Lo pasamos muy bien en Mallorca y tenemos la intención de volver al mismo sitio el
año que viene.
TRUE
(i)
Huw went to Mallorca in June
(ii)
He went with his family
(iii)
It rained for two days
(iv)
He went to school in Mallorca
(v)
They ate in restaurants
(vi)
Huw loves Spanish food
(vii)
Seafood is his favourite
(viii)
They are planning to return next year
(ix)
His sister loved the food
(x)
The hotel had a pool
(xi)
The hotel was near the beach
(xii)
Huw practised his Spanish on holidays
(xiii)
It was too hot for the beach on the first day
(xiv)
He did not enjoy his holiday
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4.
Read the text about Laura’s work experience and answer the questions in English.
[8]
En octubre hice mi experiencia laboral en un restaurante en un pueblo cercano. Fui
allí porque me interesa cocinar. Hace dos años trabajé como camarera.
Por la tarde todos los días empezaba a trabajar a las siete y terminaba a las diez y
media de la noche.
Tuve que poner las mesas, preparar las comidas, servir a los clientes y fregar los
platos.
En general, el trabajo era fácil pero tuve que trabajar muchas horas y estaba muy
cansada.
He decidido que en el futuro no voy a trabajar en un restaurante y me gustaría más
volver al instituto a continuar con mis estudios.
(i)
Why did Laura decide to do her work experience in a restaurant?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(ii)
What is mentioned about any previous work experience?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iii)
What hours did she work?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iv)
Name 2 things that Laura had to do as part of her job.
[2]
............................................................................................................................
(v)
List one negative point about this job.
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(vi)
What has she decided to do in the future?
[2]
............................................................................................................................
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5.
Read the information about the hotel and put a cross in the 5 correct boxes.
[5]
Situado en Marbella al lado de la playa y rodeado de jardines, el hotel ‘el Fuerte’ es
un hotel muy elegante de cuatro estrellas. Ocupa una posición tranquila con fácil
acceso tanto a la playa como al centro comercial.
Tiene 263 habitaciones con teléfono, minibar, caja de seguridad, música, televisión
satélite, secador y aire acondicionado. Hay dos restaurantes, uno de ellos situado en
la playa especializado en pescados. Otras instalaciones: piano bar, cafetería,
salones de fiestas y aparcamiento gratis. También el hotel tiene centro deportivo con
uso gratuito para los clientes del hotel.
Golf – ofrecemos descuentos en los mejores campos de la costa.
Para más información contacte con nosotros:
Teléfono (34) 952861500
www.fuertehoteles.com o en su agencia de viajes.
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TRUE
(i)
El hotel está a poca distancia de la playa
(ii)
El hotel está situado en las montañas
(iii)
No está en una zona ruidosa
(iv)
Está en una buena posición para las tiendas
(v)
Hay menos de doscientas cincuenta habitaciones
(vi)
Hay dos restaurantes dentro del hotel
(vii)
Los clientes no tienen que pagar por aparcar sus coches
(viii)
Los clientes no pueden usar el centro deportivo
(ix)
Hay precios más bajos para los que quieren jugar al golf
(x)
El hotel no tiene correo electrónico
Fill in the blanks with a suitable word from the text:
(xi)
El hotel está ……………. muy cerca de la playa.
[1]
(xii)
El hotel es muy ………………….
[1]
(xiii)
Se ofrece …………………… a los jugadores de golf
[1]
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Candidate Name
Centre Number
Candidate Number
0
GCSE
SPANISH
HIGHER TIER (Grades A*-D)
READING
SPECIMEN PAPER SUMMER 2011
45 minutes
INSTRUCTIONS TO CANDIDATES
Write your name, centre number and candidate number in the spaces at the top of this
page.
Answer all questions.
Write your answers in the spaces provided in this booklet.
INFORMATION FOR CANDIDATES
The number of marks is given in brackets at the end of each question or part-question.
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1.
Read the text about Laura’s work experience and answer the questions in English.
[8]
En octubre hice mi experiencia laboral en un restaurante en un pueblo cercano. Fui
allí porque me interesa cocinar. Hace dos años trabajé como camarera.
Por la tarde todos los días empezaba a trabajar a las siete y terminaba a las diez y
media de la noche.
Tuve que poner las mesas, preparar las comidas, servir a los clientes y fregar los
platos.
En general, el trabajo era fácil pero tuve que trabajar muchas horas y estaba muy
cansada.
He decidido que en el futuro no voy a trabajar en un restaurante y me gustaría más
volver al instituto a continuar con mis estudios.
(i)
Why did Laura decide to do her work experience in a restaurant?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(ii)
What is mentioned about any previous work experience?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iii)
What hours did she work?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iv)
Name 2 things that Laura had to do as part of her job.
[2]
............................................................................................................................
(v)
List one negative point about this job.
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(vi)
What has she decided to do in the future?
[2]
............................................................................................................................
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2.
Read the information about the hotel and put a cross in the 5 correct boxes.
[5]
Situado en Marbella al lado de la playa y rodeado de jardines, el hotel ‘el Fuerte’ es
un hotel muy elegante de cuatro estrellas. Ocupa una posición tranquila con fácil
acceso tanto a la playa como al centro comercial.
Tiene 263 habitaciones con teléfono, minibar, caja de seguridad, música, televisión
satélite, secador y aire acondicionado. Hay dos restaurantes, uno de ellos situado en
la playa especializado en pescados. Otras instalaciones: piano bar, cafetería,
salones de fiestas y aparcamiento gratis. También el hotel tiene centro deportivo con
uso gratuito para los clientes del hotel.
Golf – ofrecemos descuentos en los mejores campos de la costa.
Para más información contacte con nosotros:
Teléfono (34) 952861500
www.fuertehoteles.com o en su agencia de viajes.
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TRUE
(i)
El hotel está a poca distancia de la playa
(ii)
El hotel está situado en las montañas
(iii)
No está en una zona ruidosa
(iv)
Está en una buena posición para las tiendas
(v)
Hay menos de doscientas cincuenta habitaciones
(vi)
Hay dos restaurantes dentro del hotel
(vii)
Los clientes no tienen que pagar por aparcar sus coches
(viii)
Los clientes no pueden usar el centro deportivo
(ix)
Hay precios más bajos para los que quieren jugar al golf
(x)
El hotel no tiene correo electrónico
Fill in the blanks with a suitable word from the text:
(xi)
El hotel está ……………. muy cerca de la playa.
[1]
(xii)
El hotel es muy ………………….
[1]
(xiii)
Se ofrece …………………… a los jugadores de golf
[1]
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3.
Answer the questions about the following advertisements by writing the
correct letter in the box.
(4)
i
ii
iii
iv
A
Primera empresa de TV por cable
incorpora personal en su departamento
de promoción.
Interesados llamar 952651199
B
Ofrecemos empleo para importante
empresa de organización de festivales
en Marbella.
Llamar 952866950
C
Marbella centro de negocios necesita
secretaria recepcionista con
conocimientos de informática.
Llamar para entrevista al
952768300
D
Empresa de alimentación requiere
comerciales para Málaga con
experiencia en hostelería y con
vehículo propio.
Llamar al 952206860
Question
In which advertisement is the use of the computer
important?
In which advertisement is the use of a car
mentioned?
Which advertisement would suit a person who is
interested in media?
Which job would suit a person interested in
Spanish culture?
Advertisement
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4.
Read the text about a traffic accident and fill in the spaces in the grid.
(4)
Quince heridos en un accidente entre un camión y un autocar.
Quince personas han resultado heridas, una gravemente en un accidente entre un
autocar y un camión en las afueras de Barcelona.
Pedro J.P. de 48 años, el conductor del camión, fue herido gravemente en este
accidente. El incidente ocurrió sobre las siete y media de la tarde cuando el
conductor del camión que transportaba cervezas y que circulaba hacia Girona,
perdió control del vehículo y chocó con un autocar con matrícula alemana.
Un helicóptero se trasladó al lugar del accidente para llevar a los heridos al hospital.
Number of injuries
Where did the accident take place?
Age of the person with serious
injuries
Time of the accident
Cause of the accident
Where was the coach from?
15
7.30pm
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5.
Read the text about Shakira and answer the questions in English:
Shakira nació el dos de febrero de 1977 en la ciudad de Baranquilla, Colombia. Sus
padres la ayudaron en su pasión por la música.
A los 8 años compuso su primera canción “Tus gafas oscuras”, canción que le
dedicó a su padre. Acompañada siempre por sus padres, Shakira participó en varios
concursos en la radio y televisión.
Shakira tomó un descanso del mundo de la música para terminar sus estudios y una
vez graduada en la escuela secundaria regresó con el deseo de continuar su
carrera.
Después de un tiempo, se lanzó como actriz en la serie de television ‘El Oasis’. Esta
experiencia le mostró a Shakira que podría actuar pero lo que ella realmente quería
era cantar.
Hoy, Shakira es una estrella internacional con conciertos alrededor del mundo. Ha
recibido varios premios, 21 discos de oro y 54 discos de platino.
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(i)
Where was Shakira born?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(ii)
Who helped her with her career?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iii)
What did she do when she was 8 years old?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(iv)
Who did she dedicate 'Gafas Oscuras' to?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(v)
Who always went with her to her concerts?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(vi)
Why did she stop singing for a while?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(vii)
When did she continue with her career?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(viii)
What else did Shakira do apart from singing?
[1]
............................................................................................................................
(ix)
Which words best describe Shakira’s life? Choose 2 from the following:
boring
sad
successful
relaxing
active
peaceful
[2]
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6.
Read the following announcement and fill in the grid:
[6]
Quisiera mantener correspondencia a través del correo electrónico con jóvenes de
quince a dieciocho años de todos los países. Como me interesa la equitación,
busco corresponsal con el mismo interés. También hablo italiano y un poco de
catalán.
Contesto siempre a todo el mundo y con bastante rapidez.
Todas aquellas personas que me escriban recibirán un pequeño regalo.
bea@navegalia.com
Answer
How does Bea want to contact people?
Ages of the people
Preferred country
What interest does Bea have?
Which language does she speak a little of?
What does Bea promise to send?
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Controlled Assessments
SPEAKING TEST
Speaking
Task setting
1.
Candidates will take part in a structured conversation based on a framework
(concept web) linked to one of the contexts. WJEC will provide a number of
frameworks which the centre may adapt to suit the interests of the
candidates. Tasks will be changed every two years.
The conversation will last 4-5 minutes.
2.
Candidates will give a presentation on a topic of their choice. The
presentation will last 2-3 minutes and will be followed by a discussion with the
teacher lasting 3-4 minutes.
The presentation should show evidence of candidate research which may
include on-line investigation or study through other relevant media.
Candidates are permitted to use brief notes (no more than 30 words in bullet
point form) which should be retained by the teacher. A visual stimulus such
as a photograph, post card or small object may also be used.
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1.
Structured discussion. This concept web may be adapted to suit the needs of the centre or the candidate.
Personal & Social
context
Where?
When?
Weekend
activities
Friends
Free time
Likes and
dislikes
Money
Sporting
activities
Provide opportunities for
conversation about present, past,
future events as well as opinions
and attitudes
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2.
Free choice presentation and follow-up discussion
Candidates are allowed a free choice of topic for this part of the test, allowing them to
select topics that reflect their interests. Freedom to select the content of their
presentation should allow candidates the opportunity to perform to their best potential
and should help them feel at ease with the demands of the task. By allowing
candidates to support their presentation with a visual stimulus (should they choose),
they will be able to illustrate ideas or points of view in a practical way.
Candidates will be expected to give an uninterrupted presentation to the teacher
lasting 2 – 3 minutes. They are allowed the support of brief notes but these should
not exceed 30 words written in bullet point form. These notes should be retained by
the teacher at the end of the test. Following the presentation the teacher and the
candidate will engage in a discussion based on the content of the talk. The teacher
must select questions to explore aspects of the presentation, being careful to match
the level of demand to the ability of the candidate. Candidates need to be sufficiently
challenged to allow them to demonstrate the full range of their ability. Although
teachers will be familiar with the topic of the presentation, it is important that
questions asked during the task have not been previously rehearsed or practised in
advance of the test.
Examples of presentations might include the following:
My Geography field trip
ƒ Location of visit
ƒ Reason for special study
ƒ What was enjoyable or useful about the field trip
ƒ How the skills information learned will fit in to studies
ƒ Visual stimulus: map or artefact
Candidates could give a range of responses to this topic. Some candidates would
present simple information and use vocabulary that is familiar and simple, expressing
their opinions and communicating the main points of their presentation. Some
candidates could use a variety of structures and use different tenses or time frames,
showing an ability to deal with unpredictable elements in their response to questions.
Some candidates would demonstrate further skills, expressing points of view, using
complex structures and speaking confidently and with accurate pronunciation and
intonation. Such candidates would be able to respond to a wide range of questions
with ease.
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CONTROLLED ASSESMENT - WRITING
Candidates must complete two tasks.
The tasks may be taken from any one of three sources:
(a)
(b)
(c)
the question as it appears in the Task Bank
the suggested variation to the question in the Task Bank
a question devised by the candidate's teacher
Examples of questions and their variation are given below. Teachers who devise their
own questions must ensure that candidates are able to access the highest marks for
both Communication and Quality of Language (Range and Accuracy).
When completing tasks candidates should write
(a)
(b)
as if their intended audience were French/German/Spanish-speaking people of their
own age
as if their material was for the purpose of publication on a website
In the absence of tiered questions teachers must choose or devise questions which will suit
a range of abilities while still providing access to all available marks.
Question One
Write a blog entry about a holiday you have spent abroad with your school.
Variation: Write about a holiday you have spent in this country with your family.
Question Two
Design a webpage about the area where you live and compare it with a similar area in a
Spanish-speaking country.
Variation: Host a discussion board on the theme: Would you prefer to live in this country or
abroad?
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MARK SCHEME
LISTENING
IMPORTANT GENERAL PRINCIPLES
A detailed mark scheme is provided but further answers will be discussed at the examiners'
conference, in the light of candidates' scripts.
Figures and numbers are accepted.
Disregard additional incorrect information as long as the correct answer has been given and
the additional information does not contradict or modify what has been said. Additional
information may result in partial communication, in which case ½ can be given.
When extra boxes are ticked, credit the correct answers then subtract the incorrect ones. It
is important to decide the scope of the mark allocation.
If candidates hedge their bets (give 2 contradictory answers ) + 1 – 1 = 0.
Possible errors in marking:
•
•
•
•
•
•
Awarding more marks than are allocated.
Forgetting a task is worth 2 marks and only giving 1 mark.
Confusion about the number of details needed for allocated marks.
Mathematical errors.
Seeing a correct answer in the incorrect place and crediting it.
Concentrating on seeking ticks in correct boxes and not seeing additional extra ticks in
wrong boxes.
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MARK SCHEME
FOUNDATION TIER
LISTENING
1.
At the Grocer’s. What do they buy?
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
El/la dependiente:
El hombre:
¿Qué desea?
Un kilo de manzanas y medio kilo de uvas.
El la dependiente:
La mujer
¿Y para usted?
Cien gramos de jamón y una botella de leche.
pears
the man
apples
grapes
X
X
bananas
[2]
ham
the woman
sausages
eggs
X
milk
X
[2]
SECTION 2
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
El/la dependiente:
El hombre:
¿En qué puedo servirle?
Quiero una barra de pan y una bolsa de caramelos.
El/la dependiente:
¿En qué puedo servirle?
Deme unas flores y una caja de cereal.
water
the man
bread
cheese
X
sweets
X
[2]
the woman
flowers
cereal
X
X
cooking oil
wine
[2]
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2.
Where are these people?
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
(a)
¿Dónde está el estadio?
Swimming
pool
Post office/postbox
Tourist Office
X
[1]
(b)
Un helado de chocolate, por favor.
Market
Clothes shop
Ice cream parlour
X
[1]
3.
(a)
Where are these tourists going?
Vamos a la playa.
Beach
X
Mountains
Town
[1]
(b)
How are they getting there?
Está muy cerca y por eso vamos a pie.
By car
On foot
X
By bus
[1]
4.
In the hotel.
(a)
The room has a….
Todas las habitaciones tienen ducha.
Phone
Fridge
Shower
X
[1]
(b)
The room hasn’t got a….
Lo siento pero no tienen televisión.
Balcony
Television
X
Bath
[1]
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5.
Two Spanish-speaking pupils introduce themselves.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
(a)
Where are they from?
¡Hola! Me llamo Cecilia y soy de Málaga en el sur de España.
Yo soy Ignacio. Soy mejicano de Acapulco.
Cecilia is from
Ignacio is from
Málaga/Spain/south of Spain
Mexico/Acapulco
[2]
(b)
What do their parents do?
Cecilia: Mis padres trabajan en un banco.
Ignacio: Mi padre es mecánico pero mi madre no trabaja.
Cecilia's parents work in a
Ignacio's father is a
(c)
bank
mechanic
[2]
What are their favourite subjects at school?
Cecilia: Me encanta la física pero no me gusta la química.
Ignacio: Mi asignatura favorita es el inglés. Creo que es muy útil.
Cecilia likes …physics….
Ignacio likes…English….
(2)
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6.
Cecilia is talking about her school.
Put a cross in the four correct boxes.
Mi instituto tiene unos 750 alumnos. Es obligatorio estudiar el inglés tres veces por
semana. Las clases empiezan más temprano que en Gales. La mayoría de los
alumnos vive cerca del instituto pero yo tengo que tomar el autobús todos los días.
Her school has about 650 students
Her school has about 750 students
All the students have to learn English
Some students choose to learn English
Lessons begin later than in Wales
Lessons begin earlier than in Wales
She walks to school every day
She takes the bus to school every day
X
X
X
X
[4]
7.
What job do they do?
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example: 1 – B
1
2
3
4
5
B
E
A
D
C
Man:
¡Hola! Soy Pablo, vendo carne y pollo.
Woman:
Arreglo coches en un garaje.
Woman:
Me gusta ayudar a los enfermos. Trabajo en un hospital.
Man:
Soy tendero. Vendo fruta, verduras y huevos.
Man:
¡Qué tal! Soy cartero. Entrego cartas y paquetes.
Female
Doctor
Butcher
Postman
Green Grocer
Female
Car mechanic
A
B
C
D
E
[4]
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8.
A Spanish boy talks about his plans for the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
Me llamo Sergio. Tengo diecinueve años y estudio en la universidad.
En el futuro me gustaría ser abogado y ganar mucho dinero para
poder viajar por todo el mundo.
(a)
He would like to be a …solicitor/lawyer…..
(b)
What does he want to do with his money?
(1)
……………travel/go around the world………………
(1)
9.
At the station.
Answer the questions with the appropriate times.
¿A qué hora sale el autobús para Málaga?
A las cinco de la tarde.
¿Cuánto dura el viaje?
Tres horas y media aproximadamente.
(a)
At what time does the bus leave for Málaga?
…………17.00/ 5pm /five pm/in the afternoon
- don’t accept 17 alone or five ……………………..
(1)
(b)
How long is the journey?
……three and a half hours/3.30Hrs.……
(1)
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10.
Two Spanish friends talk about their plans for the evening.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
¿Qué os parece si vamos a la bolera?
Estupendo. ¿En dónde nos vemos?
Podríamos encontrarnos en la plaza a las seis y media.
Vale. Hasta pronto,
They are going to ……bowling alley/play bowls…
They will meet on the ……square……………..
At …six thirty/6.30…………………..
[3]
11.
A British tourist goes to the Lost Property Office in Barcelona.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
Buenos días, señor.
¿En qué puedo servirle?
Pues, he perdido mi mochila.
¿Me puede usted describir la mochila?
Sí, es azul y bastante grande.
¿Qué contiene?
Dinero, las llaves del coche y mi pasaporte.
¿Dónde la perdió?
Creo que fue en el mercado.
¿Cuándo la perdió?
Ayer.
He lost his……rucksack/bag………………………
It is …blue……………and quite big and contains money, ……
…car keys ……and his passport.
He lost it in the……market…. When? ……yesterday………
[5]
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MARK SCHEME
HIGHER TIER
LISTENING
1.
What job do they do?
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example: 1 – B
1
2
3
4
5
B
E
A
D
C
Man:
¡Hola! Soy Pablo, vendo carne y pollo.
Woman:
Arreglo coches en un garaje.
Woman:
Me gusta ayudar a los enfermos. Trabajo en un hospital.
Man:
Soy tendero. Vendo fruta, verduras y huevos.
Man:
¡Qué tal! Soy cartero. Entrego cartas y paquetes.
Female
Doctor
Butcher
Postman
Green Grocer
A
B
C
D
Female
Car
mechanic
E
[4]
2.
A Spanish boy talks about his plans for the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
Me llamo Sergio. Tengo diecinueve años y estudio en la universidad.
En el futuro me gustaría ser abogado y ganar mucho dinero para
poder viajar por todo el mundo.
(a)
He would like to be a …solicitor/lawyer…..
(b)
What does he want to do with his money?
(1)
……………travel/go around the world………………
(1)
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3.
At the station.
Answer the sentences with the appropriate times.
¿A qué hora sale el autobús para Málaga?
A las cinco de la tarde.
¿Cuánto dura el viaje?
Tres horas y media aproximadamente.
(a)
At what time does the bus leave for Málaga?
…………17.00/ 5pm /five pm/in the afternoon
- don’t accept 17 alone or five ……………………..
(1)
(b)
How long is the journey?
……three and a half hours/3.30Hrs.……
(1)
4.
Two Spanish friends talk about their plans for the evening.
Complete the gaps with the correct word.
¿Qué os parece si vamos a la bolera?
Estupendo. ¿En dónde nos vemos?
Podríamos encontrarnos en la plaza a las seis y media.
Vale. Hasta pronto,
They are going to ……bowling alley/play bowls…
They will meet on the ……square……………..
At …six thirty/6.30…………………..
[3]
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5.
A British tourist goes to the Lost Property Office in Barcelona.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
A.
B.
Buenos días, señor.
¿En qué puedo servirle?
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
B.
A.
Pues, he perdido mi mochila.
¿Me puede usted describir la mochila?
Sí, es azul y bastante grande.
¿Qué contiene?
Dinero, las llaves del coche y mi pasaporte.
¿Dónde la perdió?
Creo que fue en el mercado.
¿Cuándo la perdió?
Ayer.
He lost his……rucksack/bag………………………
It is …blue……………and quite big and contains money, ……
…car keys ……and his passport.
He lost it in the……market…. When? ……yesterday………
[5]
6.
Your friend Pilar sends you a tape. What does she do every weekend?
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
¡Hola! Te quiero hablar sobre lo que hago los fines de semana.
Los sábados trabajo de cajera en una tienda de deportes.
Me gusta mi trabajo pero es muy cansado porque trabajo todo el día.
(a)
Pilar works as a ….
Cleaner
Cashier
Shop assistant
X
[1]
(b)
She works only in the morning
She works only in the afternoon
She works morning and afternoon
X
[1]
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SECTION 2
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
Con el dinero que gano me gusta comprar cedés de cantantes españoles.
domingo por la noche me relajo viendo la tele.
(c)
El
With the money she earns she likes to buy……CDs……………
On Sunday evening she likes to …………watch television………
[2]
7.
Raúl and Antonio talk about their TV viewing habits.
There are two sections.
SECTION 1
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
Antonio:
Los jueves y sábados veo las emisiones deportivas en la tele, sobre
todo lo relacionado al ciclismo. Soy fanático de ese deporte.
También me gusta ver los dibujos animados porque son muy
divertidos.
(a)
Antonio likes to watch sports on TV on …Thursdays…………..and
…Saturdays……….
(2)
(b)
What particular sport is he interested in?
……………cycling……………………………………….
(1)
(c)
Which programme does he find amusing?
……………cartoons………………………………………….
(1)
SECTION 2
Put a cross in the correct boxes.
Raúl:
Pues yo prefiero los programas de música en español que ponen
por la noche. Por supuesto que también escucho la música en inglés pero prefiero a
los cantantes españoles como Enrique
Iglesias. La verdad es que paso muchas horas viendo la tele.
(d) Raúl:
likes to watch musicals
likes to watch music programmes
prefers music in English
prefers Spanish singers
his favourite programmes are in the afternoon
his favourite programmes are at night
he spends a lot of time watching television
his favourite programme is on Saturday night
X
X
X
X
(4)
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8.
Weather report.
What’s the weather like?
En el norte del país caerá nieve.
En el oeste habrá vientos fuertes.
En el sur hará sol todo el fin de semana.
En el este habrá chubascos todo el día.
Put the correct letter in each box.
Example:
Sur
Norte
Oeste
Sur
Este
C
D
B
C
A
[3]
9.
Talking about the future.
Complete the gaps with the correct words.
Mercedes:
Arturo:
Mercedes:
Arturo:
Mercedes:
Arturo:
Estoy muy preocupada porque los exámenes eran muy
difíciles y no sé si voy a aprobar en todos.
Yo también estoy un poco nervioso porque necesito sacar
buenas notas para ir a la universidad.
Sí, y también para obtener un buen trabajo.
¿Qué te gustaría ser?
Quiero ser traductora, ya sabes que me encantan los idiomas.
¿Y Tú?
Me gustaría ser veterinario, adoro los animales.
Mercedes is worried because of her……exams…………………
Whereas Arturo needs to …get good grades………to go to university.
She would like to be a …translator…………………..and
Arturo a……vet….
[4]
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10.
Interviewing a celebrity.
There are three sections.
SECCIÓN 1
Bienvenidos a nuestro programa especial de fin de semana: “Entrevista con las
Estrellas”. Hoy tenemos con nosotros al gran ciclista español Pedro Delgado, dos
veces campeón de la vuelta ciclista a España. Bienvenido Pedro.
Gracias, gracias.
SECCIÓN 2
-
¿Cómo empezaste en el deporte del ciclismo?
Mi primera bicicleta la conseguí ayudando a mi hermano a repartir
periódicos. Tuve que ahorrar por tres meses. Mi primera bicicleta de
carreras me costó 5,000 pesetas y era una maravilla.
SECCIÓN 3
-
¿Por qué decidiste hacerte profesional del ciclismo?
Todo ciclista sueña con ser profesional y tal vez participar en la Vuelta a
España.
Y tú lo lograste ya que participaste en la vuelta muchas veces.
Sí, gané dos veces.
¿Qué consejo podrías dar a los jóvenes que quieren ser ciclistas como tú?
El entrenamiento es lo más importante para ganar.
Señoras y señores, Pedro Delgado. Muchas gracias.
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SECTION 1
Answer the following questions.
(a)
When is this programme on air?
………….....………weekends…………………………………………………
(b)
What is the Vuelta a España ?
………….......………a (cycling)race…………………………………………..
SECTION 2
(c)
What did Pedro do for three months?
………....…save money / deliver newspapers………………………………
(d)
How much did his first bike cost?
…….....…………5.000 pesetas………………………………………………..
SECTION 3
(e)
What is the dream of every cyclist according to Pedro?
…………..........……to be professional……………………………………….
(f)
What is his advice to young cyclists?
………….............………to train.………………………………………………..
[6]
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MARK SCHEME
READING
GENERAL PRINCIPLES
Foundation Total 40
Higher Total 40
All candidates will have attempted either the higher paper or the foundation paper. They
will not have attempted both. (If they have done so, then contact WJEC.)
The principle underlying the marking is the total, partial or non-completion of the task
required except for those questions involving a choice between options. In those instances,
the answer is either correct or incorrect and there is no partially correct answer.
Multiple choice, true/false, choosing the correct option from a series of pictures etc. will be
marked as agreed in the conference. Normally no half marks will be awarded.
On some occasions there may only be a partial, incomplete, or ambiguous answer and we
need to look at these on an individual basis.
Figures and numbers are acceptable and this is stated in the notes to candidates.
Answers which have English or Welsh spelling which is incorrect but understandable and
which does not interfere with the message communicated will generally be accepted.
Any incorrect information is disregarded as long as a correct answer is given unless the
incorrect information obviously contradicts or modifies what has been said.
Our policy when too many alternative and incorrect answers are given is to penalise for each
extra incorrect answer.
e.g.
one answer possible and two answers given, the correct one and an alternative
= 1 -1 = 0
two possible answers and three answers given, two correct and an alternative
= 1 + 1 = 2 -1 = 1
Where the information given e.g. in brackets or with an oblique (unless considered an
alternative answer) makes the answer more ambiguous we deduct a mark, i.e. 2 -1 = 1
Each of the tasks is worth 1 mark (there are 40 on the foundation and 40 on the higher
paper) in all and the number of tasks per question is indicated by the scale printed at the
side of the question. Each task should be marked on a 0 - ½ - 1 scale as indicated in the
marking scheme and as confirmed in the examiners' conference.
The scheme is a draft scheme only, drawn up on the basis of the expected answers, to be
finalised at the examiners' conference in the light of answers written by candidates. Please
look through as many scripts beforehand as time allows and note answers which you do not
think fall easily into the 0, ½, 1 categories so that as many possible answers can be
discussed at the conference.
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The marks awarded for each question should be shown in the margin by the question; these
should be totalled and the total shown at the bottom of the margin on the final page. The
total is out of 40 on the foundation paper and 40 on the higher paper. If the total ends in a
half mark e.g. 18½ then the total for the paper is rounded up to the next full mark.
It is important to avoid the following errors in marking.
(a)
Awarding more than the maximum mark per sub-section or task.
(b)
Forgetting that each task is worth one mark i.e. the maximum mark in the right hand
margin should be the mark printed on the paper. In addition half a mark may be
awarded for some tasks.
(c)
Confusion between the number of details required per question, especially when
alternative answers are allowed.
(d)
Mathematical errors - incorrect addition and wrong transfer of total working mark to
the front page.
(e)
Incorrect marking due to lack of appreciation of the marking scheme on specific
points or due to ultimately believing that a wrong answer frequently given by
candidates is correct!
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MARK SCHEME
FOUNDATION TIER
READING
1.
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
2.
[8]
D
C
I
B
F
J
A
H
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
[8[
DAVID
ANA
ANA
CONCHI
ANA
RAUL
DAVID
JUAN
3.
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
[8]
(ii) (v) (vi) (vii) (viii) (xi) (xii) (xiii)
4.
(1 MARK PER ITEM UNLESS STATED)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
5.
because she likes cooking
she worked as a waitress 2 years ago
7-10.30
Lay tables/prepare meals/serve customers/wash the dishes (any 2)
She had to work long hours
Not to work in a restaurant and go back to school/continue with studies (any
2)
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
[8]
[8]
(i)
(iii)
(iv)
(vii)
(ix)
situado
elegante
descuentos
Total marks = 40
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MARK SCHEME
HIGHER TIER
READING
1.
(1 MARK PER ITEM UNLESS STATED)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
2.
3.
5.
6.
[4]
outskirts of Barcelona
48
Driver of lorry lost control
Germany
(1 MARK PER ITEM UNLESS STATED)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(ix)
[4]
C
D
A
B
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
[8]
(i)
(iii)
(iv)
(vii)
(ix)
situado
elegante
descuentos
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
4.
because she likes cooking
she worked as a waitress 2 years ago
7-10.30
Lay tables/prepare meals/serve customers/wash the dishes(any 2)
She had to work long hours
Not to work in a restaurant and go back to school/continue with studies(any 2)
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
(i)
(ii)
(iii)
(iv)
(v)
(vi)
(vii)
(viii)
(8)
[10]
Baranquilla/Columbia
Her parents
Composed her first song
Her father
Her parents
To finish studying
After graduating from secondary school
Actress
Successful and active (2)
(1 MARK PER ITEM)
[6]
e-mail
15-18
Any/all countries
Horse riding
Catalan
A small present
TOTAL MARKS = 40
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ORAL MARKSCHEME
Structured Conversation
Marks
10/9
8/7
6/5
4/3
2/1
0
Communication and Content
Candidates:
• develop conversations/discussions,
steering the conversation to reflect
personal interests
• interact readily
• respond to teacher intervention
• narrate events and produce extended
sequences of speech
• explain ideas and points of view
Candidates:
• take part in a conversation using
longer sequences of speech
• express factual information, ideas
and points of view
• show an ability to interact during the
conversation
Candidates:
• take part in a conversation/simple
discussion about topics with which
they are familiar
• express simple points of view/
opinions
• can deal with some unpredictable
elements
Candidates:
• answer some open questions
• take part in a simple conversation
• interact in a limited way
Candidates:
• answer mostly closed questions
• convey minimal information
Candidates:
• do not communicate
5
Accuracy
Candidates:
• show a very good level of accuracy
with few mistakes
• speak confidently with convincing
pronunciation and intonation
5
Range of Language
Candidates:
• show signs of more sophisticated
language such as idioms and more
complex items
• use a variety of vocabulary,
structures and tenses competently
4
Candidates:
• show a good level of accuracy though
errors present in more complex
sentences
• use pronunciation and intonation
which are mostly accurate
4
Candidates:
• show signs of a variety of structures,
tenses and vocabulary
• sometimes attempt more complex
sentences
3
Candidates:
• convey clear messages despite some
errors
• use pronunciation that is more
accurate than inaccurate
3
Candidates:
• use appropriate but simple range of
vocabulary
• use uncomplicated language and
simple constructions
• use different tenses when referring to
the past, present and future
2
Candidates:
• make quite frequent errors
• attempt to pronounce words
accurately
Candidates:
• speak with many inaccuracies
• speak with pronunciation that is
understandable
Candidates:
• have no evident knowledge of the
language
2
Candidates:
• substitute words and phrases
• use limited vocabulary and repetition
of words and phrases
Candidates:
• use mainly single words and short
phrases
1
0
1
0
Candidates:
• have no evident knowledge of the
language
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Presentation and Discussion
5
Delivery of Presentation
Candidates:
•
deliver an articulate and
confident presentation
5
4
Candidates:
•
deliver presentation
competently
4
3
Candidates:
•
deliver main points of
presentation
•
may need some teacher
prompting
3
2
Candidates:
•
rely heavily on teacher
prompting to deliver
presentation
Candidates:
•
deliver minimal
information
2
Candidates:
•
do not communicate
0
1
0
1
Responding to Questions
Candidates:
ƒ
interact readily during the
discussion
ƒ
answer all questions clearly
and in detail
ƒ
justify and develop points of
view
Candidates:
ƒ
interact during the
discussion
ƒ
answer most questions
clearly and unambiguously
ƒ
justify points of view
Candidates:
ƒ
may need some teacher
prompting
ƒ
answer most questions
intelligibly
ƒ
express points of view
5
4
3
Candidates:
ƒ
answer a few questions and
are able to convey some
meaning
Candidates:
ƒ
answer very briefly but not
clearly or coherently
2
Candidates:
ƒ
do not answer the questions
0
1
Accuracy
Candidates:
•
show a very good level of
accuracy with few mistakes
•
speak confidently with convincing
pronunciation and intonation
5
Range of Language
Candidates:
ƒ
use more sophisticated language
such as idioms and more complex
items
ƒ
use a variety of vocabulary,
structures and tenses competently
Candidates:
•
show a good level of accuracy
though errors present in more
complex sentences
•
use pronunciation and intonation
which are mostly accurate
Candidates:
•
convey clear messages despite
some errors
•
use pronunciation that is more
accurate than inaccurate
4
Candidates:
ƒ
use a variety of vocabulary,
structures and tenses
ƒ
sometimes attempt more complex
sentences
3
Candidates:
•
make quite frequent errors
•
attempt to pronounce words
accurately
Candidates:
•
speak with many inaccuracies
•
speak with pronunciation that is
understandable
Candidates:
•
have no evident knowledge of the
language
2
Candidates:
ƒ
use an appropriate but simple
range of language
ƒ
use uncomplicated language and
simple constructions
ƒ
use different tenses when
referring to the past, present and
future
Candidates:
ƒ
substitute words and phrases
ƒ
use limited vocabulary and
repetition of words and phrases
Candidates:
ƒ
use mainly single words and short
phrases
1
0
Candidates:
•
have no evident knowledge of the
language
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CONTROLLED ASSESSMENT WRITING MARKSCHEME
COMMUNICATION
MARKS
CRITERIA
9/10
As complete an answer as can be expected. Information is expressed clearly
and in detail. Points of view are both developed and justified and presented in
an organised fashion.
7/8
Both information and points of view are expressed clearly and unambiguously
though there is a lack of development and justification.
5/6
Points of information are expressed intelligibly and answer has a clear structure
and organisation. Some points of view are expressed ambiguously.
3/4
There is confusion about the nature of the task though some points of
information are expressed intelligibly. Answer tends to be rambling and
disorganised.
1/2
Minimal information is communicated and there is little indication that the task
has been understood. There is an inability to communicate information or points
of view clearly and coherently.
0
The answer is irrelevant or incomprehensible.
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QUALITY OF LANGUAGE
ACCURACY
MARKS
CRITERIA
5
Almost always accurate though there may be minor errors in attempts at
complex and adventurous structures. Verbs and time references are handled
confidently. Basic principles of grammar are sound.
4
Simple structures are accurate though there may be errors in attempts at
complex structures. There is a clear grasp of grammar and syntax. Verb and
time references are sometimes ambiguous.
3
Simple structures are mainly accurate but there are many basic errors in
complex structures. Basic principles of grammar and syntax are sometimes
disregarded.
2
Simple structures are sometimes correct though there is an obvious influence of
mother tongue grammar and syntax.
1
A high incidence of basic errors even in simple structures, betraying a very
limited grasp of grammar.
0
No understanding of grammatical principles.
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QUALITY OF LANGUAGE
RANGE
MARKS
CRITERIA
5
Vocabulary and structures attempted are varied and appropriate. Complex
structures are handled with confidence. Language shows adventure even if not
always totally correct.
4
There is a good range of appropriate vocabulary and structures.
structures are mostly correct.
3
There is a range of vocabulary and structures though these may not always be
appropriate. Structures tend to be simple rather than complex.
2
The vocabulary and structures are barely appropriate for the task and show a
heavy reliance on the mother tongue. There is a predominance of simple
structures.
1
The vocabulary is mostly inadequate for the task. Words are strung together
making little sense. There is little understanding of language structure.
0
The language and structures are totally inadequate for the task.
Complex
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ASSESSMENT GRID
Spanish
Assessment Objectives
Raw Marks (Actual/Notional)
AO1
Unit/
Component
Listening
AO2
AO3
AO4
20%
Speaking
30%
Reading
20%
Writing
30%
TOTAL
GCSE Spanish SAMs (2011)MLJ
23 November 2010
Paper
Total
Mark
QWC
(√ )
40
x
40
x
40
x
40
x
160