2 Occasionally interferes with communication. Usually understood by a sympathetic listener. Speech is still strongly influenced by first language. 3 Does not interfere with communication. Understood without difficulty by a sympathetic listener.
Speech continues to be influenced by first language.
4 Enhances communication. Readily understood by a sympathetic listener and usually understood by a native speaker. Speech is less influenced by first language and begins to contain elements of a native accent. This domain measures accuracy, variety and quantity of vocabulary in the student response. In a formative assessment, recently learned vocabulary should be evident in the response where appropriate.