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SURNAME(S) FIRST NAME(S)Andrew SteveDate of birth (*)03/04/1977

Mother tongue(s)English

Other language(s)French Spanish

FRENCHSelf-assessment of language skills (**)

Understanding Speaking WritingListening Reading Spoken interaction Spoken production

C1 Proficient user A2 Basic User B2 Independent user B2 Independent user C1 Proficient userDiploma(s) or certificate(s) (*)

Title of diploma(s) or certificate(s) Awarding body YearEuropean level

(***)

DELF, Unités 1-4 Institut Français, London 1996 -GCSE-level, Grade B Alliance française, Birmingham 1998 -

Linguistic experience(s) (*)

Description From ToTemporary work as hotel receptionist in London with frequent French-speaking guests 1997 2000Holiday jobs as camp leader in French-speaking Switzerland 1995 1997

SPANISHSelf-assessment of language skills (**)

Understanding Speaking WritingListening Reading Spoken interaction Spoken production

B2 Independent user C1 Proficient user B1 Independent user B1 Independent user B2 Independent userLinguistic experience(s) (*)

Description From ToSchool exchange programme in Bilbao: one month living with a Spanish-speaking family 01/06/1990 30/06/1990

(*) Headings marked with an asterisk are optional (**) See Self-assessment grid on reverse (***) Common European Framework of Reference (CEF) level ifspecified on the original certificate or diploma.

EUROPEAN LEVELS - SELF ASSESSMENT GRID

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A1 A2 B1 B2 C1 C2Listening I can understand familiar words and very

basic phrases concerning myself, myfamily and immediate concretesurroundings when people speak slowlyand clearly.

I can understand phrases and the highestfrequency vocabulary related to areas ofmost immediate personal relevance (e.g.very basic personal and familyinformation, shopping, local area,employment). I can catch the main pointin short, clear, simple messages andannouncements.

I can understand the main points of clearstandard speech on familiar mattersregularly encountered in work, school,leisure, etc. I can understand the mainpoint of many radio or TV programmes oncurrent affairs or topics of personal orprofessional interest when the delivery isrelatively slow and clear.

I can understand extended speech andlectures and follow even complex lines ofargument provided the topic is reasonablyfamiliar. I can understand most TV newsand current affairs programmes. I canunderstand the majority of films instandard dialect.

I can understand extended speech evenwhen it is not clearly structured and whenrelationships are only implied and notsignalled explicitly. I can understandtelevision programmes and films withouttoo much effort.

I have no difficulty in understanding anykind of spoken language, whether live orbroadcast, even when delivered at fastnative speed, provided. I have some timeto get familiar with the accent.

UNDERSTANDING

Reading I can understand familiar names, wordsand very simple sentences, for exampleon notices and posters or in catalogues.

I can read very short, simple texts. I canfind specific, predictable information insimple everyday material such asadvertisements, prospectuses, menusand timetables and I can understand shortsimple personal letters.

I can understand texts that consist mainlyof high frequency everyday or job-relatedlanguage. I can understand thedescription of events, feelings and wishesin personal letters.

I can read articles and reports concernedwith contemporary problems in which thewriters adopt particular attitudes orviewpoints. I can understandcontemporary literary prose.

I can understand long and complexfactual and literary texts, appreciatingdistinctions of style. I can understandspecialised articles and longer technicalinstructions, even when they do not relateto my field.

I can read with ease virtually all forms ofthe written language, including abstract,structurally or linguistically complex textssuch as manuals, specialised articles andliterary works.

SpokenInteraction

I can interact in a simple way provided theother person is prepared to repeat orrephrase things at a slower rate of speechand help me formulate what I'm trying tosay. I can ask and answer simplequestions in areas of immediate need oron very familiar topics.

I can communicate in simple and routinetasks requiring a simple and directexchange of information on familiar topicsand activities. I can handle very shortsocial exchanges, even though I can'tusually understand enough to keep theconversation going myself.

I can deal with most situations likely toarise whilst travelling in an area where thelanguage is spoken. I can enterunprepared into conversation on topicsthat are familiar, of personal interest orpertinent to everyday life (e.g. family,hobbies, work, travel and current events).

I can interact with a degree of fluency andspontaneity that makes regular interactionwith native speakers quite possible. I cantake an active part in discussion in familiarcontexts, accounting for and sustainingmy views.

I can express myself fluently andspontaneously without much obvioussearching for expressions. I can uselanguage flexibly and effectively for socialand professional purposes. I canformulate ideas and opinions withprecision and relate my contributionskilfully to those of other speakers.

I can take part effortlessly in anyconversation or discussion and have agood familiarity with idiomatic expressionsand colloquialisms. I can express myselffluently and convey finer shades ofmeaning precisely. If I do have a problemI can backtrack and restructure aroundthe difficulty so smoothly that other peopleare hardly aware of it.

SPEAKING

SpokenProduction

I can use simple phrases and sentencesto describe where I live and people Iknow.

I can use a series of phrases andsentences to describe in simple terms myfamily and other people, living conditions,my educational background and mypresent or most recent job.

I can connect phrases in a simple way inorder to describe experiences and events,my dreams, hopes and ambitions. I canbriefly give reasons and explanations foropinions and plans. I can narrate a storyor relate the plot of a book or film anddescribe my reactions.

I can present clear, detailed descriptionson a wide range of subjects related to myfield of interest. I can explain a viewpointon a topical issue giving the advantagesand disadvantages of various options.

I can present clear, detailed descriptionsof complex subjects integrating sub-themes, developing particular points androunding off with an appropriateconclusion.

I can present a clear, smoothly-flowingdescription or argument in a styleappropriate to the context and with aneffective logical structure which helps therecipient to notice and remembersignificant points.

WRITING

Writing I can write a short, simple postcard, forexample sending holiday greetings. I canfill in forms with personal details, forexample entering my name, nationalityand address on a hotel registration form.

I can write short, simple notes andmessages. I can write a very simplepersonal letter, for example thankingsomeone for something.

I can write simple connected text ontopics which are familiar or of personalinterest. I can write personal lettersdescribing experiences and impressions.

I can write clear, detailed text on a widerange of subjects related to my interests. Ican write an essay or report, passing oninformation or giving reasons in support ofor against a particular point of view. I canwrite letters highlighting the personalsignificance of events and experiences.

I can express myself in clear, well-structured text, expressing points of viewat some length. I can write about complexsubjects in a letter, an essay or a report,underlining what I consider to be thesalient issues. I can select a styleappropriate to the reader in mind.

I can write clear, smoothly-flowing text inan appropriate style. I can write complexletters, reports or articles which present acase with an effective logical structurewhich helps the recipient to notice andremember significant points. I can writesummaries and reviews of professional orliterary works.