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Lee el texto y elige la respuesta correcta. 'La farmacia está en la calle Mayor, número 5, al lado del banco. Está abierta de lunes a viernes de 9:00 a 14:00 y de 17:00 a 20:00. Los sábados, de 9:00 a 14:00.' Where is the pharmacy located?

On Calle Nueva, next to the school

On Calle Mayor, opposite the post office

On Calle Mayor, number 15

On Calle Mayor, next to the bank

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Key Facts: DELE A1 Exam

DELE A1 is the official beginner Spanish certificate from the Instituto Cervantes, testing basic reading, listening, writing, and speaking at CEFR A1 level; passing requires 30/50 in each of two test groups.

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1Lee el siguiente texto y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Hola, me llamo Ana. Tengo veinte años. Soy de Madrid. Vivo con mis padres y mi hermano pequeño.' Where is Ana from?

A.Barcelona

B.Sevilla

C.Madrid

D.Valencia

Explanation: The text says 'Soy de Madrid,' which means 'I am from Madrid.' This is a basic A1 reading comprehension task identifying stated personal information.

2Lee el siguiente anuncio y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Clases de español para principiantes. Lunes y miércoles, de 18:00 a 20:00. Precio: 50 euros al mes. Información: llama al 612 345 678.' On which days are the Spanish classes held?

A.Tuesday and Thursday

B.Monday and Wednesday

C.Monday and Friday

D.Wednesday and Friday

Explanation: The announcement states 'Lunes y miércoles,' which means 'Monday and Wednesday.' Lunes = Monday, miércoles = Wednesday. This tests basic day-of-the-week vocabulary.

3Lee el mensaje y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Hola, Pedro. Mañana no puedo ir al gimnasio porque tengo que trabajar. ¿Vamos el jueves? Un abrazo, Luis.' Why can Luis not go to the gym tomorrow?

A.He is sick

B.He has to work

C.He has a doctor's appointment

D.He is travelling

Explanation: Luis says 'tengo que trabajar' — 'I have to work.' The phrase 'tengo que + infinitive' expresses obligation in Spanish and is a key A1 grammar structure.

4Lee el siguiente texto y elige la respuesta correcta. 'El supermercado Mercado Azul abre de lunes a sábado de 9:00 a 21:00. Los domingos está cerrado. Aceptamos tarjeta y efectivo.' When is the supermarket closed?

A.On Saturdays

B.On Sundays

C.On Monday mornings

D.Every evening after 20:00

Explanation: The text says 'Los domingos está cerrado,' meaning 'On Sundays it is closed.' Domingo = Sunday. This tests reading for specific factual information.

5Lee el correo electrónico y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Hola, Carmen. ¿Puedes venir a mi casa el sábado a las cuatro? Voy a hacer una fiesta de cumpleaños para mi hijo. Trae algo de comer si puedes. Gracias, Rosa.' Why is Rosa having a party?

A.It is her own birthday

B.She is celebrating a new job

C.It is her son's birthday

D.She is moving to a new house

Explanation: Rosa says 'fiesta de cumpleaños para mi hijo,' meaning 'a birthday party for my son.' Hijo = son. This is a basic reading-for-detail task at A1.

6Lee el cartel y elige la respuesta correcta. 'PISCINA MUNICIPAL Abierta de martes a domingo. Niños menores de 5 años: gratis. Adultos: 3 euros. No está permitido comer dentro de la piscina.' How much does an adult ticket cost?

A.It is free for adults

B.5 euros

C.3 euros

D.2 euros

Explanation: The sign says 'Adultos: 3 euros.' This tests reading for numerical information on a public notice, a typical A1 reading task.

7Lee el siguiente formulario y elige la respuesta correcta. Nombre: Martín Apellidos: García López Nacionalidad: mexicana Profesión: médico Teléfono: 699 111 222 What is Martín's profession?

A.Teacher

B.Engineer

C.Doctor

D.Lawyer

Explanation: The form shows 'Profesión: médico,' and médico means 'doctor.' Reading personal data forms is a standard A1 task type.

8Lee el texto y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Esta es mi familia. Mi madre se llama Elena. Mi padre se llama Jorge. Tengo una hermana mayor, Sofía. Ella tiene veintidós años y estudia enfermería.' What does Sofía study?

A.Medicine

B.Law

C.Nursing

D.Engineering

Explanation: The text says 'estudia enfermería,' which means 'she studies nursing.' Enfermería is the Spanish word for nursing (the academic subject or profession).

9Lee la nota y elige la respuesta correcta. 'Papá, esta tarde voy a casa de Javier a estudiar. Vuelvo antes de las nueve. Hay comida en la nevera. Sara.' What time will Sara be back home?

A.Before seven o'clock

B.Before eight o'clock

C.Before nine o'clock

D.Before ten o'clock

Explanation: Sara writes 'Vuelvo antes de las nueve,' meaning 'I will be back before nine o'clock.' This tests understanding of time expressions at A1 level.

10Lee el anuncio y elige la respuesta correcta. 'RESTAURANTE EL PATIO Menú del día: 10 euros Abierto de 13:00 a 16:00 y de 20:00 a 23:00 Cerrado los lunes Reservas: 91 234 56 78' What is the price of the menu del día?

A.8 euros

B.12 euros

C.10 euros

D.15 euros

Explanation: The announcement states 'Menú del día: 10 euros.' The menú del día is the fixed daily lunch menu offered at a set price, common in Spanish restaurants.

About the DELE A1 Exam

The DELE A1 (Diploma de Español como Lengua Extranjera, Level A1) is an internationally recognised, lifetime-valid certificate of breakthrough Spanish proficiency, awarded by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of the Spanish government. It corresponds to the lowest CEFR level (A1 — breakthrough), certifying that candidates can understand and use familiar everyday expressions, introduce themselves and others, ask and answer basic personal questions, and interact in a simple way when the other person speaks slowly and clearly. The exam has four components: Reading Comprehension (45 minutes, 25 questions), Listening Comprehension (25 minutes, 25 questions), Written Expression and Interaction (25 minutes, 2 short tasks), and Oral Expression and Interaction (10 minutes speaking + 10 minutes preparation). To earn an APTO (pass), candidates must score at least 30 out of 50 in each of the two test groups: Group 1 (Reading + Writing) and Group 2 (Listening + Speaking). The 2026 DELE A1 is available on multiple exam dates at accredited centres worldwide.

Questions

50 scored questions

Time Limit

45 minutes (Reading) + 25 minutes (Listening) + 25 minutes (Writing) + 20 minutes (Oral prep + speaking); total approximately 1 hour 55 minutes of active test time.

Passing Score

APTO/NO APTO. Must score at least 30 out of 50 in Group 1 (Reading + Writing) AND at least 30 out of 50 in Group 2 (Listening + Speaking).

Exam Fee

€112 in Spain (approximately $128 USD at US Instituto Cervantes centres for the 2026 exam year; fees vary by country). (Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain's Ministry of Education, Vocational Training and Sports; University of Salamanca develops and marks the tests.)

DELE A1 Exam Content Outline

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Reading Comprehension

Three tasks with 25 questions covering short informational texts such as signs, notices, simple forms, and personal messages. Tasks use multiple-choice (A/B/C) and matching to test identification of specific information such as names, prices, times, locations, and simple instructions.

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Listening Comprehension

Three tasks with 25 questions covering simple monologues and dialogues on everyday topics: greetings, shopping, times, directions, and family. Audio texts use clear, slow speech and are played twice to allow candidates to confirm specific details.

25%

Written Expression and Interaction

Two very short writing tasks: Task 1 requires completing a personal data form; Task 2 requires writing a short message such as a postcard or note (approximately 20–30 words) on a familiar everyday topic.

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Oral Expression and Interaction

Three short speaking tasks with 10 minutes preparation and 10 minutes speaking: introducing oneself and giving personal information, describing a photograph of an everyday scene, and participating in a brief guided role-play or question-and-answer exchange with the examiner.

How to Pass the DELE A1 Exam

What You Need to Know

Passing score: APTO/NO APTO. Must score at least 30 out of 50 in Group 1 (Reading + Writing) AND at least 30 out of 50 in Group 2 (Listening + Speaking).
Exam length: 50 questions
Time limit: 45 minutes (Reading) + 25 minutes (Listening) + 25 minutes (Writing) + 20 minutes (Oral prep + speaking); total approximately 1 hour 55 minutes of active test time.
Exam fee: €112 in Spain (approximately $128 USD at US Instituto Cervantes centres for the 2026 exam year; fees vary by country).

Keys to Passing

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DELE A1 Study Tips from Top Performers

1Download the free official DELE A1 modelo de examen (sample paper PDF) from the Instituto Cervantes website and time yourself on the reading section (45 minutes) to gauge your pace before sitting the real exam.

2Focus on the 100 most common Spanish words and basic verb conjugations in the present tense (hablar, comer, vivir, ser, estar, tener, ir, hacer, querer, poder) — these appear in almost every A1 reading and listening task.

3Practise matching descriptions to pictures and filling in forms with personal information; both are typical DELE A1 task types that reward simple, accurate vocabulary rather than complex grammar.

4For listening practice, watch 2–3 minute videos aimed at Spanish beginners (YouTube channels like SpanishPod101 A1 or Canal Sur clips) and try to catch specific facts: numbers, times, names, and locations.

5Learn the key A1 question words — ¿Quién? (who), ¿Qué? (what), ¿Dónde? (where), ¿Cuándo? (when), ¿Cuánto/a? (how much/many), ¿Cómo? (how) — and practise short answers to each, as these appear throughout all four DELE A1 tasks.

6For the oral test, prepare a 60-second introduction about yourself: name, age, nationality, family, job/studies, and hobbies. Practise saying it aloud daily until it feels natural, because the first oral task always asks for basic personal information.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DELE A1 and who awards it?

The DELE A1 is an official certificate of breakthrough Spanish proficiency at CEFR A1 level, awarded by the Instituto Cervantes on behalf of Spain's Ministry of Education. It is valid for life and internationally recognised as proof of basic Spanish communication ability.

How is the DELE A1 exam structured?

The exam has four tests: Reading Comprehension (45 minutes, 25 questions), Listening Comprehension (25 minutes, 25 questions), Written Expression and Interaction (25 minutes, 2 short tasks), and Oral Expression and Interaction (10 minutes speaking + 10 minutes preparation). Each test group is worth 50 points.

What score do I need to pass the DELE A1?

The DELE A1 uses an APTO (pass) / NO APTO (fail) system. You must score at least 30 out of 50 in Group 1 (Reading + Writing) AND at least 30 out of 50 in Group 2 (Listening + Speaking). Failing either group means NO APTO for the whole exam.

How much does the DELE A1 cost in 2026?

The 2026 fee is €112 in Spain. US Instituto Cervantes centres charge approximately $128 USD. Fees vary by country and examination centre; check the official Instituto Cervantes website for local pricing.

What Spanish level do I need to prepare for the DELE A1?

The DELE A1 is designed for absolute or near-absolute beginners. Candidates who have completed approximately 60–120 hours of guided study should be ready. The exam tests only very basic vocabulary, simple present-tense sentences, numbers, days of the week, and everyday phrases.

Does this practice set match the real DELE A1 format?

This free practice set has 100 questions covering reading comprehension (45), listening comprehension (40), and grammar and vocabulary (15). The real DELE A1 exam has 50 scored receptive questions split between reading (25) and listening (25), plus written and oral production tasks. The practice set gives broader topic coverage for thorough preparation.