Participating in simple conversations in German.

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    Candidates demonstrate the ability to initiate and sustain verbal exchanges in both formal and informal registers. Mastery requires the manipulation of high-frequency vocabulary and fundamental grammatical structures, specifically question formation and modal verb usage, to convey intent and seek information. Assessment focuses on spontaneity, pronunciation accuracy, and the capacity to repair communication breakdowns within transactional and social contexts.

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    Social Introductions and Greetings - distinguishing between 'du' and 'Sie' registers and utilizing regional variations (e.g., 'Moin', 'Grüß Gott')
    Transactional Exchanges - ordering food or purchasing tickets using polite imperatives and modal verbs (e.g., 'Ich möchte...', 'Hätten Sie...?')
    Making Arrangements - proposing times and locations using time-manner-place syntax (TeKaMoLo) and reacting to suggestions

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