I can:

* communicate in simple and routine tasks on familiar topics and activities.

* handle short social exchanges

* simply describe my family and other people, living conditions, my educational background and my present or most recent situation

I can:

* read very short, simple texts.

* find specific, predictable information in advertisements, prospectuses, menus and timetables.

* understand short simple personal letters.

I can:

* deal with most situations when I travel in an English speaking environment.

* talk about family, hobbies, work, travel and recent events.

* talk about experiences and events, plans and ambitions.

* give reasons and explanations for opinions and plans.

I can read simple texts such as emails, articles, interviews, stories, advertisements, menus and find specific predictable information.

I can understand:

* phrases and common vocabulary on common areas e.g. very basic personal and family information, shopping, the local area, and employment.

* the main point in short, simple messages and announcements.

I can write:

* short, simple notes and messages.

* a simple personal letter, for example thanking someone.

I can understand:

* the main points of clear speech on family, work, school and leisure.

* the main point on familiar topics, when the speaker speaks slowly and clearly.

I can write:

* simply about familiar topics.

* personal letters/emails/messages describing experiences and feelings and giving and asking for information