AAPPL AAPPL Proficiency Levels and Scoring

Question 1

According to ACTFL Guidelines, which proficiency level is subdivided into Low, Mid, and High sub-levels?

Accepted Answer

Intermediate

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Distinguished

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Superior

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Novice

Question 2

Which ACTFL proficiency level is typically expected of a student who can handle most everyday communicative situations with ease?

Accepted Answer

Advanced Low

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Novice High

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Intermediate Mid

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Superior

Question 3

On the AAPPL, what does a score of 'Novice Low' indicate about a student's language ability?

Accepted Answer

The student can communicate minimally using isolated words and memorized phrases

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The student cannot produce any language

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The student failed the assessment

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The student needs to retake the test

Question 4

What minimum ACTFL proficiency level do most US states require for the Seal of Biliteracy on the AAPPL?

Accepted Answer

Intermediate Mid

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Novice Low

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Novice High

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Advanced Low

Question 5

Which ACTFL level describes speakers who can discuss a wide range of topics but still struggle with highly abstract or specialized subjects?

Accepted Answer

Superior

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Intermediate High

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Advanced High

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Distinguished

Question 6

How does the AAPPL score report indicate a student's proficiency level?

Accepted Answer

As an ACTFL proficiency range (e.g., Novice Mid, Intermediate High)

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As a numerical score from 0–100

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As a letter grade A–F

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As a percentile compared to other test-takers