Hello, to all those planning on taking this exam in May 2016.
How are you preparing for the exam, outside of the classroom? Also, what prep materials are you using? Also, any self-studiers like me out there? (non-native)
I’m sort of self studying. I graduated two years ago, from a Japanese government program where in the us you can get a graduation certificate equal to a middle school diploma, but have not for,ally studied since then. Using novels, actually more manga, because it strengthens vocabulary and is more interesting to me, and tv shows along with reviewing the necessary kanji.
Btw not exactly native or nonnative but at this point my kanji is at abt a sixth grade level on a good day and my English is H 11grade level
That’s interesting! Yeah watching shows and reading manga is a nice way to keep the language fresh! I’m just using a workbook and will do practice tests in addition to enjoying Japanese media.
Anyone else here take the AP Japanese exam today?
I took the exam. The listening questions were a little weird at times, but the reading was very easy imo.