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WHAT DO YOU THINK?

Looking at Table 1.2 Continuum of Performance Levels, at what level are you? Select the level that most
closely matches your overall performance as a student. Give examples that support your evaluation. Use
complete sentences.

Jennifer’s response:
I’d really like to think of myself as a self-starter, but I’m not there yet. I start out
strong, but sometimes I don’t follow through. My aunt kept my interest in
writing going and having a few friends that spoke Spanish made me want
to speak with them without sounding like a gringa. I think I can honestly
say I’m a Level 3, though, a“responsive individual.”I’m a decent problem-
solver and I’m usually positive about school and life. I was on different
teams in high school, including the yearbook team, but I know college
might be different. I usually like challenges to improve my performance;
that’s why I signed up for Spanish 3. I am trying to keep up with eating
a healthy diet and exercising, but that’s hard until I get into this new
routine. The gym is so far away, unfortunately. I wish I could dance; I’d like
to take the Latin dance class on Tuesday nights.

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