DLPT Spanish 2

Question 1

A DLPT Spanish listening passage describes a military officer who 'tomó la decisión sin consultar a sus superiores.' What did the officer do?

Accepted Answer

Made the decision without consulting his superiors

Answer

The phrase 'tomó la decisión sin consultar a sus superiores' literally means 'made the decision without consulting his superiors.'

Question 2

In a DLPT Spanish reading text, the word 'amenaza' is used to describe a regional situation. What does 'amenaza' mean?

Accepted Answer

Threat

Answer

'Amenaza' means 'threat' in Spanish and is a key military/security vocabulary term on the DLPT.

Question 3

A DLPT passage states: 'Las fuerzas de seguridad establecieron un perímetro alrededor del edificio.' What action was taken?

Accepted Answer

Security forces established a perimeter around the building

Answer

'Establecieron un perímetro alrededor del edificio' means 'established a perimeter around the building.'

Question 4

On the DLPT, which reading level corresponds to a test-taker who can read straightforward, factual texts on familiar topics but struggles with complex, nuanced material?

Accepted Answer

Level 2

Answer

DLPT Level 2 represents the ability to read simple, factual texts with limited ability to handle abstract or complex discourse.

Question 5

A DLPT Spanish text uses the phrase 'acuerdo de paz.' What does this phrase refer to?

Accepted Answer

Peace agreement

Answer

'Acuerdo' means 'agreement' and 'paz' means 'peace,' so 'acuerdo de paz' means 'peace agreement.'

DLPT - Defense Language Proficiency Test Practice Test

DLPT - Defense Language Proficiency Test Practice Test

DLPT Spanish 2