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| Overview: |
| Take what you've learned so far and put it all in context! This course allows you to apply your knowledge of grammar and vocabulary in context and learn the use of reflexive verbs, simple past, past perfect and future tense, as well as subjunctive and some passive voice. Emphasis is on increasing natural speech and combinations of grammar and vocabulary. |
| Prerequisites: |
| Introductory German II (GERM1152E) or equivalent. |
| Additional Information: |
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| Syllabus: |
Syllabus, Graduate School, USDA
Objective
To help the student understand, speak, read and write basic German in the context of contemporary German-speaking culture, building on vocabulary and grammar skills attained in previous levels.
Learning Outcome
Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to understand and use increasingly complex grammatical structures; engage in conversation at an elementary level; and understand various aspects of contemporary German-speaking culture.
Instruction
Major topics covered in the course include the reflexive construction; infinitives with zu; um...zu + infinitive; comparison of adjectives and verbs; simple past tense; past perfect tense; conjunctions als, wenn, and wann; future time - present and future tense; subjunctive vs. indicative; the würde-construction; present-time subjunctive of the main verb.
Vocabulary topics will include Swiss, Austrian and German culture and history; inquiring about someone's health; injuries; discussing wishes; daily routines; making comparisons; stating preferences; expressing sympathy; cultural events; invitations; asking about the past; expressing perplexity; talking about job qualifications; future plans; post-graduation plans; and making appointments.
Methods of instruction include lecture, discussion, classroom exercises, case studies, role playing, problem solving, oral participation/proficiency, quizzes, and mid-term and final examinations.
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