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Key Facts: OSAT OK121 Exam
OK121 / NT403
Current CEOE German Test Codes
CEOE Tests Page
65 + 2
Selected-Response Questions + Constructed Responses
CEOE German (121) Test Page
4h15m / 4h
Appointment / Testing Time
CEOE German (121) Test Page
240
Scaled Passing Score
CEOE German (121) Test Page and Framework
$118
Current Test Fee
CEOE German (121) Test Page
24%
Largest Official Subarea: Interpretive Listening
CEOE Field 121 Test Design and Framework
Advanced-Low
Expected ACTFL Proficiency Level
CEOE Field 121 Test Design and Framework
15% + 15%
Writing and Speaking Constructed-Response Weight
CEOE Field 121 Test Design and Framework
As of June 1, 2026, the official CEOE German (121) test page lists 65 selected-response questions and 2 constructed-response assignments, 4 hours of testing time within a 4 hour 15 minute appointment, a 240 scaled passing score, a $118 fee, a headset with microphone for speaking and listening, and a character selector for writing. The official framework weights the test as 24% Interpretive Listening, 23% Interpretive Reading, 23% Language Acquisition and Instruction, 15% Presentational Writing, and 15% Presentational Speaking. The current CEOE tests page lists German as OK121 for OSAT and NT403 for the National Evaluation Series option.
Sample OSAT OK121 Practice Questions
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1A German teacher says to the class, "Schlagt bitte eure Hefte auf und schreibt das Datum oben rechts." What should students do first?
2In a train-station announcement, you hear: "Der Zug nach Hamburg faehrt heute von Gleis sieben statt von Gleis vier ab." What changed?
3A speaker says, "Ich kann heute Abend leider nicht kommen, weil ich morgen eine wichtige Pruefung habe." Why can the speaker not come?
4A host says, "Moechten Sie noch etwas Kaffee?" Which response uses the same level of formality?
5In a weather report, you hear: "Am Nachmittag ziehen Wolken auf, aber gegen Abend klart es wieder auf." What is the forecast?
6A student asks, "Darf ich das Fenster aufmachen? Mir ist warm." What is the student requesting?
7You hear two friends discussing a film. One says, "Die Handlung war spannend, aber das Ende war vorhersehbar." What is the speaker's opinion?
8A museum guide says, "Fotografieren ist erlaubt, aber bitte ohne Blitz." What may visitors do?
9In a radio interview, a mayor says, "Wir muessen den Radverkehr staerken, ohne den oeffentlichen Nahverkehr zu vernachlaessigen." Which summary best captures the message?
10A speaker says, "Obwohl der Vortrag lang war, blieb das Publikum bis zum Schluss aufmerksam." Which relationship is expressed?
About the OSAT OK121 Exam
OSAT German (OK121), listed by CEOE with the National Evaluation Series option NT403, is the Oklahoma subject-area assessment for German educator certification candidates. The official framework measures interpretive listening, interpretive reading, second-language acquisition and German instruction, and two constructed-response performances: presentational writing and presentational speaking in German.
Assessment
65 selected-response questions and 2 constructed-response assignments
Time Limit
4h 15m appointment (4h testing)
Passing Score
240 (scaled)
Exam Fee
$118 (Certification Examinations for Oklahoma Educators (CEOE) / Pearson Evaluation Systems)
OSAT OK121 Exam Content Outline
Interpretive Listening
Literal and inferential comprehension of formal and informal spoken German, including announcements, dialogues, speeches, poetry, register, sociolinguistic conventions, cultural details, classroom language, main ideas, sequences, cause-and-effect relationships, tone, point of view, idioms, figurative language, and linguistic structures.
Interpretive Reading
Literal and inferential comprehension of culturally authentic texts such as emails, posters, websites, maps, graphs, periodicals, and literature; contextual details; vocabulary in context; main ideas; summaries; sequence; cause and effect; intended audience; tone; point of view; argument structure; evidence; idioms; and figurative language.
Language Acquisition and Instruction
Major theories of first- and second-language acquisition; cognitive, affective, social, and linguistic factors in language learning; language transfer and overgeneralization; Oklahoma Standards for World Languages; authentic materials; differentiation; meaningful communication; comparisons, connections, community participation, and assessment.
Presentational Writing
A German written response to a prompt, evaluated for purpose, coherence, content, grammar, vocabulary, mechanics, audience, cultural context, paragraph organization, narrative time frames, sentence structures, cohesive devices, idiomatic expressions, diacritical marks, and punctuation.
Presentational Speaking
A recorded German spoken response to a prompt, evaluated for content, coherence, grammar, vocabulary, fluency, pronunciation, audience, cultural context, organization, support, appropriate intonation, and the ability to maintain a comprehensible flow of speech.
How to Pass the OSAT OK121 Exam
What You Need to Know
- Passing score: 240 (scaled)
- Assessment: 65 selected-response questions and 2 constructed-response assignments
- Time limit: 4h 15m appointment (4h testing)
- Exam fee: $118
Keys to Passing
- Complete 500+ practice questions
- Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
- Focus on highest-weighted sections
- Use our AI tutor for tough concepts
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the OSAT German (OK121) exam?
The current CEOE German (121) test page lists 65 selected-response questions and 2 constructed-response assignments: one presentational writing assignment and one presentational speaking assignment.
How much time do I get for OSAT German?
The official test page lists a 4 hour 15 minute total appointment: 15 minutes for the CBT tutorial and nondisclosure agreement plus 4 hours of testing time.
What passing score do I need for OSAT German?
The official passing score for OSAT German (OK121) is 240 on the CEOE scaled-score system.
How much does OSAT German (OK121) cost?
The current CEOE German (121) test page lists the test fee as $118. Candidates should verify the fee in their CEOE account during registration because fees can change.
What content is weighted most heavily on OK121?
Interpretive Listening is the largest single subarea at 24%, followed by Interpretive Reading at 23% and Language Acquisition and Instruction at 23%. Presentational Writing and Presentational Speaking are each 15%.
Does OSAT German include speaking and writing?
Yes. The official framework includes a 15% presentational writing assignment and a 15% presentational speaking assignment. The test page notes a headset with microphone for the speaking assignment and an on-screen character selector for writing.