Recognize and reproduce familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases. Learners will be able to identify, understand, and use simple expressions related to concrete needs (e.g., greetings, introductions, asking for directions, ordering food). (CEFR Reference: Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of a concrete type.) Participate in simple and predictable interactions. Learners will be able to respond to and initiate brief social exchanges using memorized phrases and simple questions, especially when interlocutors speak slowly and clearly. (CEFR Reference: Can interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly and clearly and is prepared to help.) Comprehend and produce short written texts. Learners will be able to read, interpret, and write short and simple texts such as emails, forms, or postcards containing personal information and basic everyday content. (CEFR Reference: Can write a short, simple postcard, for example sending holiday greetings. Can fill in forms with personal details.)