Levels of Russian

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Levels of Russian
In the context of language proficiency, the levels of Russian (like many other languages) can be assessed using various frameworks. The most commonly referenced frameworks are the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) and the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL). Here’s a brief overview of these levels: ### Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR)

1. **A1 (Beginner)**: - Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases. - Can introduce themselves and others.

2. **A2 (Elementary)**: - Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g., personal and family information, shopping).

3. **B1 (Intermediate)**: - Can understand the main points of clear standard input on familiar matters encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. - Can deal with most situations likely to arise while travelling in an area where the language is spoken.

4. **B2 (Upper Intermediate)**: - Can understand the main ideas of complex text on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions in their field of specialization. - Can interact with a degree of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with native speakers quite possible.

5. **C1 (Advanced)**: - Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts, and recognize implicit meaning. - Can express ideas fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions.

6. **C2 (Proficient)**: - Can understand with ease virtually everything heard or read. - Can summarize information from different spoken and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in a coherent presentation.

### American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)

1. **Novice**: - (Low, Mid, High): Can produce and understand single words and phrases.

2. **Intermediate**: - (Low, Mid, High): Can handle simple communicative tasks and understand straightforward information.

3. **Advanced**: - (Low, Mid, High): Can converse about concrete topics but may struggle with complex language.

4. **Superior**: - Can communicate effectively and with some sophistication on a variety of topics.

5. **Distinguished**: - Can communicate with a high degree of fluency and accuracy in all situations.

You can take classes for all levels in: MGU-Russian
November, 12
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