I created this vocabulary handout that includes vocabulary for reactions/starters and connectors including giving reason, opinions, clarifying, extending the conversation, expressing disbelief, happiness, sympathy, disgust, reconcile, exasperation, clarify, express doubt, non interest and answering yes/no question (beyond just sí and no).
Start using these expressions in level 1 to help students build a foundation that will later help them not only in the real world but for the AP Spanish exam.
Have them practice using these every time you do interpersonal activities. When someone says something to them, have them express their emotion with one of these expressions.
Also get students to state their opinion and extend the conversation.
Students have lots of fun expressing themselves with these expressions!
The AP Spanish Language and Culture Curriculum Framework learning objectives for spoken interpersonal speaking include:
- The student states and supports opinions in oral interactions.
- The student understands and uses a variety of vocabulary, including idiomatic and culturally appropriate expressions.
- Interaction. Students at Achievement Level 5 initiate, maintain, and close conversations on familiar topics in a culturally appropriate manner most of the time. They understand and usually use culturally appropriate expressions and gestures.
- Opinions. They state opinions and demonstrate some ability to support opinions on topics of personal interest.
Click here to access the source of the above information on the AP Spanish Language and Culture Curriculum Framework learning objectives.