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CSEC Spanish January 2026 P2

This document outlines the structure and instructions for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate® Examination in Spanish, scheduled for January 12, 2026. It consists of four sections: Directed Situations, a Letter, Contextual Dialogue, and Reading Comprehension, with specific tasks for each section. Students are required to answer all questions in Spanish and adhere to word limits and other guidelines.

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CSEC Spanish January 2026 P2

This document outlines the structure and instructions for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate® Examination in Spanish, scheduled for January 12, 2026. It consists of four sections: Directed Situations, a Letter, Contextual Dialogue, and Reading Comprehension, with specific tasks for each section. Students are required to answer all questions in Spanish and adhere to word limits and other guidelines.

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TEST CODE 01245020

FORM TP 2026–038 JANUARY 2026

CARIBBEAN E XAM I NAT I O N S COUNCIL

CARIBBEAN SECONDARY EDUCATION CERTIFICATE®


EXAMINATION

SPANISH

Paper 02 – General Proficiency

FREE RESPONSE

2 hours 15 minutes

12 JANUARY 2026 (p.m.)

READ THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

1. This paper comprises FOUR questions in FOUR sections.

2. Answer ALL questions.

3. Write your answers in the booklet provided.

DO NOT TURN THIS PAGE UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO.

Copyright © 2022 Caribbean Examinations Council


All rights reserved.

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SECTION I

DIRECTED SITUATIONS

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

1. Write in SPANISH the information required for EACH of the situations given below.
Do NOT write more than ONE sentence for each situation. For some situations, a
complete sentence may not be necessary. Do not translate the situations given. Do
not use abbreviations.

YOU WILL BE PENALIZED FOR DISREGARDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

(a) Your neighbour is planning a surprise birthday party for her son and wants your
advice. Write the text message you send to her giving a suggestion and saying
how you can help. (3 marks)

(b) You have been doing well in school and your mother wants to reward you. Write
the note she leaves on your bed saying how she feels about your good grades and
how she proposes to reward you. (3 marks)

(c) You have been missing a lot of football practice lately and your coach is upset with
you. Write the note that you leave your coach with an explanation of your absence
and a promise. (3 marks)

(d) A well-known sports person is coming to visit your community club. Write the
text that your club leader sends to him/her suggesting TWO topics that he/she can
discuss during his/her visit. (3 marks)

(e) Your uncle is planning a family vacation and wants your father’s advice. Write
the text message that your father sends recommending where your uncle should
go and what kind of accommodation he should select. (3 marks)

(f) You send a text message to your cousin to get his/her opinion on a birthday present
for your aunt. Write the response that he/she sends giving his/her opinion with a
reason. (3 marks)

(g) While walking with your friends in the park, you witness something interesting.
Write the text message you send to your brother saying what you saw and expressing
your feelings about it. (3 marks)

(h) Your father returns to his car and notices a dent on the door. Write the note that is
left on the windscreen offering to pay for repairs and saying how the person can
be contacted. (3 marks)

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(i) Your brother returns home from shopping and realizes that he made a mistake with
his purchase. Write the email that he sends to the store manager explaining his
mistake with a request. (3 marks)

(j) In the post that you make on your community notice board, give TWO details
about your pet including ONE outstanding feature. (3 marks)

Total 30 marks

SECTION II

LETTER

2. Using the following outline as a guide, write a letter of NO MORE THAN 130–150
words in SPANISH. Use the tenses appropriate to the topic.

YOU WILL BE PENALIZED FOR DISREGARDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

You recently won the first prize of a shopping spree in a competition. Write the letter you
send to your Peruvian friend about this experience. Be sure to include

(i) type of competition and how you entered

(ii) how you found out that you won and your reaction

(iii) a detailed description of your shopping spree

(iv) other competitions that you plan to enter.

(Do NOT write your real name and address, but include the date in SPANISH and
use the appropriate beginning and ending.)
Total 30 marks

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SECTION III

CONTEXTUAL DIALOGUE

3. In the answer booklet provided, complete the dialogue between yourself and your friend,
Alicia. Give your responses in SPANISH, using between 80 and 100 words.

You and your friend Alicia are planning to go to a concert. Write the dialogue between
both of you giving your responses.

Responses to ALL of the cues listed below MUST be included in the completed
dialogue.

(i) Feelings about attending the concert

(ii) Preparations for the concert including transportation

(iii) How they should dress for the concert

(iv) Duration of the concert and plans afterwards

(v) Discussion of tickets and cost

Complete the dialogue below.

Tú: ¡.........................................................................................................................

.........................................................................................................................!

¿.......................................................................................................................?

Alicia: Yo también me siento igual. Hace rato que quería ver a Machel en concierto.
Mis padres ya me dieron permiso. ¿Qué dijo tu padre cuando pediste permiso?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

¿.......................................................................................................................?

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Alicia: Entonces tienes que cumplir esta promesa amiga. Pues lo primero que tenemos
que hacer es conseguir entradas para el concierto y después el transporte.
¿Preguntaste a tu hermano si nos puede llevar? ¿Qué dijo?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

¿.......................................................................................................................?

Alicia: Creo que tenemos que ir al centro comerical para comprar las entrades. Y si
tu hermano no puede llevarnos al concierto ¿qué hacemos?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

Alicia: Buena idea. Ese autobús es bastante grande y cómodo. Pero ¿cómo nos
vestimos para un concierto de Machel? ¿Qué ropa piensas llevar?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

Alicia: Muy informal entonces. Tengo la ropa perfecta para la ocasión. ¿A qué hora
comienza el concierto y cuánto tiempo dura?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

¿.......................................................................................................................?

Alicia: Bueno si termina tan temprano podemos ir al club Morrocco que está cerca.

Tú: ¿.......................................................................................................................?

...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

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Alicia: ¡Es segurísimo amiga! Pablo y Juan están equivocados porque yo ya fui a
ese club sin problema. Pero tú decides. ¿Qué prefieres hacer después del
concierto?

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

¿.......................................................................................................................?

Alicia: Muy bien. Vamos a donde tú quieras. Y, en cuanto a las entradas creo que
cuestan doscientos dólares y podemos ir mañana al centro comercial para
comprarlas.

Tú: ...........................................................................................................................

...........................................................................................................................

¿.......................................................................................................................?

Alicia: Bueno, puedes esperarme cerca del banco a las diez. Hasta mañana pues.

Total 20 marks

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SECTION IV

READING COMPREHENSION

ANSWER ALL QUESTIONS.

4. Read the following selection carefully. Do NOT translate the selection, but answer
the questions in ENGLISH.

YOU WILL BE PENALIZED FOR DISREGARDING THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

A Most Important Lesson

Antonio era un niño inteligente que siempre aprobaba casi todos sus exámenes excepto las
matemáticas. Es más, si quería entrar en la Facultad de Ingeniería necesitaba esa asignatura.
Pero con tan alto nivel de inteligencia también tuvo un problema: era muy flojo. Siempre
salía bien en los exámenes que no vio la necesidad de esforzarse.

Su madre siempre lo animaba a estudiar más, a asistir a la iglesia y le decía que necesitaba
rezar también ya que todos sus vecinos rezaban por su éxito. En lo más profundo Antonio
estaba muy preocupado, y tenía miedo de salir mal en este examen, ya que realmente
quería ser admitido en la Facultad de Ingeniería. Quizás era tiempo de prestar atención a
las palabras de su madre, de esforzarse y buscar ayuda.

Así, Antonio buscó ayuda con matemáticas e incluso empezó a rezar. ¡Nunca había
trabajado tanto! Al recibir sus resultados, Antonio estaba animado y aliviado porque aprobó
matemáticas. Finalmente, se dio cuenta de que necesitaba esforzarse para alcanzar buenos
resultados.

Answer, in ENGLISH, the following questions based on the selection you have just
read. Use a complete sentence for EACH response.

(a) What kind of boy was Antonio? (1 mark)

(b) How did Antonio ALWAYS perform in examinations? (2 marks)

(c) What was Antonio’s MAIN problem? (1 mark)

(d) Outline what contributed to Antonio’s problem. (2 marks)

(e) What THREE things did Antonio’s mother urge him to do? (3 marks)

(f) What did Antonio’s neighbours do for him? (1 mark)

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(g) What TWO emotions would describe how Antonio really felt about his situation?
(2 marks)

(h) What THREE decisions did Antonio make? (3 marks)

(i) What TWO emotions would describe how Antonio felt upon receiving his results?
(2 marks)

(j) Explain what we could learn from Antonio’s experience. (3 marks)

Total 20 marks

END OF TEST

IF YOU FINISH BEFORE TIME IS CALLED, CHECK YOUR WORK ON THIS TEST.

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Common questions

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Self-awareness was pivotal in Antonio's transformation as it allowed him to recognize the limitations of his previous approach and understand the necessity of applying himself fully. This realization drove him to actively seek help and adopt new strategies, showing self-awareness as a catalyst for his academic and personal growth .

Antonio experienced anxiety and fear about his academic performance, which compelled him to heed his mother's advice and strive harder by studying and seeking help. Upon receiving his positive results, he felt relief and motivation, reinforcing the value of diligence and reflecting the emotional cycle of realizing the importance of effort .

Internally, Antonio's growing concern about his mathematics performance and his desire to succeed in engineering drove him to change. Externally, his mother's encouragement, the neighbors' prayers, and the potential consequence of failure collectively fueled his transition from laziness to proactive engagement, illustrating the power of a supportive surrounding in fostering a positive change in attitude .

Antonio's decision to seek external help and engage in prayer can be interpreted as a holistic strategy for managing academic stress. This approach combined practical actions like studying and obtaining guidance with emotional and spiritual support through prayer, providing a balanced way to address his challenges and enhancing his likelihood of success .

Antonio's mother played a crucial role by advising him to study more and pray, emphasizing the importance of spiritual support. The community also contributed by collectively praying for his success. This created a framework of both tangible and moral support, encouraging Antonio to work more diligently and developing a sense of accountability towards his community .

Antonio initially perceived himself as intelligent enough to succeed without much effort, leading to a lack of preparation. This overconfidence became problematic when he needed to perform well in mathematics for university admission. His initial failure to recognize the importance of effort negatively impacted his preparation, ultimately necessitating a shift in his study habits .

Antonio overcame his laziness by actively deciding to work harder, seek help with mathematics, and pray, as his mother suggested. These steps were crucial in helping him pass his mathematics exam and gain entry into the Faculty of Engineering. This underscores the lesson of actively tackling one's weaknesses through effort and support .

Antonio initially struggled with mathematics due to his laziness, despite being intelligent and excelling in other subjects. He realized the importance of effort and began to study harder, seeking help and incorporating prayer into his routine. This change in approach led to his success in passing mathematics, highlighting the importance of dedication and effort .

Antonio's story serves as an educational lesson by illustrating how intelligence alone is not sufficient for success. It highlights the necessity of perseverance, hard work, and seeking help in overcoming academic challenges. Students can learn that external support and internal motivation are vital in tackling difficult subjects and achieving academic goals .

Parental influence was critical in Antonio’s success, as his mother constantly encouraged him to study and pray. This external motivation, combined with his neighbors' prayers, created a supportive environment that pushed Antonio to change his approach toward studying. The effectiveness of this influence is evident in his improved efforts and eventual success in mathematics .

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