AS Level Spanish Examination
STUDENTS NAME
STUDENTS NUMBER
DATE
SECTIONS MARKS
A 60
B 60
TOTAL 120
Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
Total marks: 120
Instructions to Candidates
1. Answer all questions.
1. Section A: Reading & Grammar (30 questions)
2. Section B: Writing & Translation (20 questions)
2. Write your answers clearly.
1. Comprehension answers in English unless instructed
otherwise.
2. Grammar, vocabulary, and translation answers in
Spanish.
3. Essay length: 120–150 words in Spanish.
4. Marks available:
1. Section A: 60 marks
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2. Section B: 60 marks
3. Total: 120 marks
5. Accuracy of language, range of vocabulary, and structure will
be assessed.
6. Dictionaries and reference materials are not permitted.
7. Check spelling, accents, and grammar carefully.
8. Answer all parts of each question. Partial answers may not
gain full marks.
9. Maintain exam conditions: no communication with other
candidates; electronic devices must be switched off
Grade Marks Range Percentage
A 96–120 80–100%
B 84–95 70–79%
C 72–83 60–69%
D 60–71 50–59%
E 48–59 40–49%
U (Ungraded) 0–47 Below 40%
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Section A: Reading & Grammar (30
questions, 60 marks)
Part 1: Reading Comprehension (10
questions)
Read the passage and answer in English.
Passage:
En España, muchos jóvenes utilizan sus teléfonos
móviles para casi todo: comunicarse con amigos,
escuchar música y leer noticias. Sin embargo, algunos
profesores creen que el uso excesivo de la tecnología
puede afectar negativamente al rendimiento académico.
1. What do young people in Spain mainly use their phones for?
2. Name two other uses mentioned.