BPA BPA Spanish Language Proficiency 3

Question 1

What does 'asilo' mean in the context of immigration?

Accepted Answer

Asylum

Answer

'Asilo' is the Spanish word for asylum, referring to protection granted to individuals fleeing persecution.

Question 2

Which phrase means 'Show me your hands' in Spanish?

Accepted Answer

Muéstreme las manos.

Answer

'Muéstreme las manos' means 'Show me your hands,' using the imperative form of 'mostrar' (to show).

Question 3

An agent asks '¿Tiene usted una visa válida?' What does this question mean?

Accepted Answer

Do you have a valid visa?

Answer

'Visa válida' means 'valid visa,' and the agent is checking whether the person's visa is current and legitimate.

Question 4

What does 'No hablo inglés' indicate, and how should an agent respond?

Accepted Answer

The subject does not speak English; the agent should use Spanish or request an interpreter

Answer

'No hablo inglés' means 'I don't speak English,' requiring the agent to communicate in Spanish or arrange for a qualified interpreter.

Question 5

Which Spanish term refers to the act of crossing the border illegally?

Accepted Answer

Cruce ilegal

Answer

'Cruce ilegal' literally means 'illegal crossing,' describing unauthorized entry across the border.

BPA - Border Patrol Agent Practice Test