AP Spanish Language and Culture Exam Overview

This video provides a comprehensive guide to the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam. It covers the six themes of the exam, the format of both the multiple choice and free response sections, and offers tips for preparation. The video also explains the cultural comparison task and provides encouragement for non-native speakers, emphasizing that the exam is designed with them in mind.

Which of the following is NOT one of the six themes covered in the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam?

• Global Challenges

• Science and Technology

• Historical Events

• Beauty and Aesthetics

What percentage of the overall exam score is derived from the multiple-choice section?

• 75%

• 50%

• 100%

• 25%

In the multiple-choice section, what type of text might you encounter?

• A scientific research paper

• A novel excerpt

• A poem by a famous Spanish author

• A graphic chart about cell phone usage

What is the main focus of the interpersonal writing task in the free-response section?

• Writing a persuasive essay

• Replying to an email

• Creating a fictional story

• Summarizing a news article

How many sources are provided for the presentational writing task?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

During the interpersonal speaking task, how long should each response be?

• 30 seconds

• 10 seconds

• 40 seconds

• 20 seconds

What is the main goal of the cultural comparison task in the speaking section?

• To compare two Spanish-speaking countries

• To narrate a historical event

• To compare your culture with a Spanish-speaking culture

• To describe a Spanish festival

What is a key strategy for success in the free-response section?

• Making cultural references

• Using complex vocabulary

• Avoiding any mistakes

• Writing as much as possible

Who is the AP Spanish Language and Culture exam primarily designed for?

• Spanish teachers

• College students

• Non-native Spanish speakers

• Native Spanish speakers

What should you do if you make a mistake during the audio tasks?

• Ask for help

• Quickly correct it

• Ignore it and continue

• Start over