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

Answer

The Novice, Intermediate, and Advanced levels are each subdivided into Low, Mid, and High, while Superior and Distinguished are not subdivided.

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

Answer

Advanced Low speakers can handle most everyday social and work situations, narrate and describe in present, past, and future time frames.

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

Answer

Novice Low indicates a student can communicate using isolated words and memorized phrases with very limited ability to create novel language.

Question 4

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

Accepted Answer

Intermediate Mid

Answer

Most US states require Intermediate Mid or higher on the AAPPL to qualify for the Seal of Biliteracy, though requirements vary by state.

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

Answer

Superior-level speakers handle most topics but have difficulty with highly specialized or abstract language that characterizes the Distinguished level.

AAPPL - ACTFL Assessment of Performance towards Proficiency in Languages Practice Test

AAPPL - ACTFL Assessment of Performance towards Proficiency in Languages Practice Test

AAPPL AAPPL Proficiency Levels and Scoring