Can maintain a simple discussion with some help, but hesitation, errors and inappropriate language are obvious. Has difficulty following English at normal speed. Demonstrates major problems with grammar or pronunciation. 3 Has difficulty coping with simple discussions. Cannot express simple ideas without help.
All dialogue is a struggle punctuated with hestitations and severe misunderstandings.
Comprehends fragments of normal speech only and has difficulty communicating ideas comprehensibly. 2 Cannot cope with simple discussions. Uses single words or stock phrases. Little ability with normal speech. 1 Cannot communicate in English at all.