The student is exposed to reading as well as translating both from Spanish to English and from English to Spanish. In the second year of Spanish, the student gains a mature attitude toward cultural differences. The student is introduced to writing skills which enable him to express himself clearly and concisely in the Spanish language. Spanish culture is also studied. Credit Fourth year Spanish emphasizes advanced skills of reading and translating short stories including a condensed version of Don Quixote de la Mancha .
Students perfect the writing skills learned in the third year course.
Basic history and geography of Spain are also studied. The study of advanced vocabulary and Spanish idioms is continued. This course is designed for the advanced Spanish student.