The emphasis on spoken language tends to diminish attention to writing. As examples, three currently used German teaching texts are cited. This situation is seen as unfortunate, in view of the importance of writing ability in the most important examinations in German as a foreign language. Some teaching hints are given. (IFS/WGA)

Criticizes the revised examination for the English Certificate, Oral Section, on these points: validity and reliability of the examination forms, and claims of authenticity, range, and accuracy in evaluation of language competence in the section called "Everyday Situations." (IFS/WGA)

Consisting of four papers, this study examines university entrance examinations in France, Great Britain, and West Germany and compares them to similar tests in the United States on the basis of three subjects: world history, language study, and biology. The first paper, "The Relationship of the Examinations to the Secondary School Age…