SPAN 1A - Spanish, Level I, First Semester - Credit by Examination

Sep 28, 2026

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Spanish 1A Credit by Examination (CBE) guidance describing what to bring and how the exam is structured. The test evaluates listening, grammar and structure, vocabulary, reading comprehension, knowledge of Hispanic culture, speaking, and writing. Speaking requires recorded tasks, including reading a provided selection, writing and recording a letter, and recording plans for a vacation trip. Writing includes translating six English sentences into Spanish. Review the listed CBE concepts and use the accompanying practice exam format for preparation.

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Pages15

Reading Time38 min

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WHAT TO BRING

ABOUT THE EXAM

Exam Parts (I-VII)

SPAN 1A CBE Concepts

Practice Exam Guidance

Scoring Criteria

SPAN 1A Spanish, Level I, First Semester \# PR-7174, BK-7175 (v.3.0) To the Student: After your registration is complete and your proctor has been approved, you may take the Credit by Examination for Spanish 1A. WHAT TO BRING 􀁸 several sharpened No. 2 pencils 􀁸 You must bring a recording device for audiocassette tape or digital sound media. Please contact your proctor for the correct device needed. For digital recordings, your device must have sound-recording software already installed and able [to record in](to record in .wav or .mp3)[ .wav](to record in .wav or .mp3)[ or](to record in .wav or .mp3)[ .mp3](to record in .wav or .mp3)[ ](to record in .wav or .mp3)format. 􀁸 You must also bring one blank audiocassette tape (full size only), CD-R or CD-RW (full size only), or a small USB flash drive (depending on the proctor’s requirements) on which to save your recording. ABOUT THE EXAM This test gives you the opportunity to demonstrate your mastery of the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills as outlined by the Texas Education Agency. The examination consists of seven parts, testing your skills in listening, grammar and structure, vocabulary, reading comprehension, knowledge of Hispanic culture, writing, and speaking. 􀁸 In Part I, Listening, you will listen to a recording and respond to a series of questions that will test your ability to understand spoken Spanish. The recording is very similar to the exercises you would find in the audio materials of any of the state-adopted textbooks for Spanish I. You will answer questions or respond to cues and mark your answer choices on a bubble answer sheet. 􀁸 Part II is Grammar and Structure. 􀁸 Part III is Vocabulary. 􀁸 In Part IV, Reading, you will read passages, announcements, or charts and answer questions about them. 􀁸 In Part V, Culture, you will answer questions concerning the culture of different Spanish-speaking countries. 􀁸 In Part VI, Speaking, you will be required to make a recording of yourself speaking Spanish. You will be asked to (1) read and record a selection provided with your exam, (2) write a letter and record yourself reading it, and (3) write and record your plans for a vacation trip. 􀁸 In Part VII, Writing, you will be required to translate six sentences from English into Spanish. Review the concepts and vocabulary covered by the practice exam that accompanies this document. A Spanish I textbook from your local school is the best source for review. The textbook used with our Spanish 1A course is Buen Viaje! (2005 Texas edition), Chapters 1-6. A practice examination follows the list of Spanish 1A concepts in this document. The practice exam will give you a model of the types of questions that will be asked on your exam. It is not a duplicate of the actual exam. It is provided to illustrate the format of the exam, not to serve as areview sheet. However, it may show you some areas you need to review more carefully. Good luck on your examination! SPAN 1A CBE Concepts These topics will be covered on the CBE. Make sure you review them before the exam. 􀁸 present tense forms and uses of ser 􀁸 present tense forms and uses of estar 􀁸 understanding singular and plural nouns 􀁸 present tense forms and uses of tener 􀁸 present tense forms of regular-ar verbs 􀁸 present tense forms of regular-er verbs 􀁸 present tense forms of regular-ir verbs 􀁸 forms and uses of gustar and interesar 􀁸 use of a and de after verbs 􀁸 telling time 􀁸 ability to answer simple questions 􀁸 present tense and uses ofthe verbs dar and ir 􀁸 common adjectives used to describe persons 􀁸 agreement of nouns and adjectives 􀁸 possessive adjectives 􀁸 vocabulary of personal descriptions, class schedules, numbers 0-30, telling time, weekend pastimes, seasons, and weather expressions required to complete listening comprehension, reading comprehension, and speaking portions ofthe exam, as well as multiple-choice items 􀁸 culture concepts that

FAQs

What should a student bring to the Spanish 1A Credit by Examination?

Bring several sharpened No. 2 pencils and a recording device suitable for audiocassette or digital audio. Also bring one blank audiocassette, CD-R/CD-RW, or a small USB flash drive, based on the proctor’s requirements.

How is the Spanish 1A exam structured?

The exam has seven parts covering listening, grammar and structure, vocabulary, reading, culture, speaking, and writing. Listening uses recorded prompts, while speaking requires multiple recorded tasks.

What concepts are covered in SPAN 1A for the CBE?

Topics include present tense forms of ser and estar, singular and plural nouns, tener, regular -ar/-er/-ir verbs, gustar and interesar, use of a and de, telling time, basic ability to answer questions, dar and ir, adjectives and agreement, possessive adjectives, required vocabulary, and culture concepts.

Sep 28, 2026

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