AP Spanish Thematic Units & Cultural Contexts Flashcards
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How many thematic units does the AP Spanish Language and Culture curriculum framework include?
Answer: 6
The AP Spanish Language and Culture course is organized around six thematic units that provide a framework for cultural exploration.
Which of the following is NOT one of the six AP Spanish Language and Culture thematic units?
Answer: La economía y el comercio
"La economía y el comercio" is not a thematic unit; the six units are Families/Communities, Science/Technology, Global Challenges, Contemporary Life, Personal/Public Identities, and Beauty/Aesthetics.
The thematic unit "Las identidades personales y públicas" would most likely include which of the following topics?
Answer: National identity and cultural heritage
Personal and Public Identities covers topics like national and ethnic identity, belief systems, self-image, and cultural heritage.
Which AP Spanish thematic unit would best encompass a discussion about immigration and its effects on families?
Answer: Las familias y las comunidades
Families and Communities addresses social structures, family roles, and how communities are shaped by forces such as immigration.
Which thematic unit would most likely address topics like renewable energy and climate change?
Answer: Los desafíos globales
Global Challenges encompasses environmental issues, including climate change, sustainability, and the search for renewable energy solutions.
The concept of "El español en el mundo" (Spanish in the world) would fall under which thematic unit?
Answer: Las identidades personales y públicas
The spread and role of the Spanish language relates to national, ethnic, and linguistic identity, which are central to the Personal and Public Identities theme.
Which of the following best describes how thematic units function in the AP Spanish Language and Culture course?
Answer: They provide a framework for exploring cultural products, practices, and perspectives
The thematic units organize the course content by providing a lens through which students examine the products, practices, and perspectives of Spanish-speaking cultures.