The primary focus of the class is to apply the skills students have acquired in previous courses. The goal is to reach a level of proficiency that will permit them to comprehend and speak Spanish efficiently in everyday situations. They will have the opportunity to develop strong conversational skills while discussing topics of current public and personal interests. Students will continue to build an extensive vocabulary and acquire an ample repertoire of idiomatic expressions. In addition, students will explore some of the different genres in Hispanic literature such as poetry, novels, and short stories. Prerequisite: Spanish 3 or Departmental recommendation