Sprachstandstest Deutsch Schweiz (SDS) — Comprehensive preparation system for all 4 skills at levels pre-A1 through B2.

Haupt-Checkliste (Master Checklist)

Track your progress across all preparation areas. Check items off as you complete them.

Phase 0: Einrichtung & Orientierung (Setup & Orientation)

• Read the full README.md for the 6-week plan overview
• Review all 4 exam format guides (01-exam-formats/)
• Do 1 sample task for each skill (reading, listening, writing, speaking)
• Assess your current level honestly (pre-A1 / A1 / A2 / B1 / B2)
• Set your target level (minimum needed for your permit/application)
• Practice typing on a tablet/touch keyboard (test is on a tablet!)

Phase 1: Wortschatz — 10 Themenpakete (Vocabulary — 10 Topic Packs)

Complete each pack (30–80 words). Review with flashcards or self-testing.

• Pack 01 — Work (Arbeit)
• Pack 02 — Job Search (Jobsuche)
• Pack 03 — Authorities (Behörden / Ämter)
• Pack 04 — Shopping (Einkaufen)
• Pack 05 — Health (Gesundheit)
• Pack 06 — Children (Kinder / Schule)
• Pack 07 — Media & Leisure (Medien & Freizeit)
• Pack 08 — Post / Bank / Insurance (Post / Bank / Versicherung)
• Pack 09 — Transport (Verkehr / Mobilität)
• Pack 10 — Housing & Neighborhood (Wohnen & Nachbarschaft)

Phase 2: Fertigkeitstraining — Lesen (Skill Training — Reading)

• Read Reading Strategies
• Practice: Word ↔ Picture matching (pre-A1/A1)
• Practice: Job ad true/false (A2)
• Practice: Title ↔ text matching (B1)
• Practice: Multiple choice — 2 options (A1–A2)
• Practice: Multiple choice — 3 options (B2)
• Do 5 timed reading exercises (ads, notices, short articles)
• Do 5 timed true/false exercises on job ads
• Do 3 title-matching exercises

Phase 3: Fertigkeitstraining — Hören (Skill Training — Listening)

• Read Listening Strategies
• Practice: 3 words → match 3 pictures (pre-A1/A1)
• Practice: Short text → correct picture per line (A1/A2)
• Practice: Survey/interview → assign people to statements (B1)
• Practice: Survey → satisfied / dissatisfied / no statement (B1/B2)
• Do 10 “one-pass listening” drills (no replay)
• Practice with workplace dialogues
• Practice with short announcements (train, shop, office)

Phase 4: Fertigkeitstraining — Schreiben (Skill Training — Writing)

• Read Writing Strategies
• Read Email Templates
• Practice: Fill missing letters / spelling (pre-A1)
• Practice: Copy details into form fields (pre-A1/A1)
• Practice: Reply to text messages (A1)
• Write 10 simple emails — appointment, cancellation, request (A2)
• Write 10 job-related emails — holiday request, interview reschedule (B1)
• Write 5 inquiry/information-request emails (B1)
• Write 5 opinion/pro-con texts (~200 words) (B2)
• Practice writing on a tablet/touch keyboard

Phase 5: Fertigkeitstraining — Sprechen (Skill Training — Speaking)

• Read Speaking Strategies
• Prepare 60–90 sec self-introduction (memorize structure, not script)
• Prepare 2–3 min “typical day” (work + free time)
• Prepare 2–4 min process descriptions (3 different ones)
• Prepare B2 pro/contra + opinion structure
• Practice self-introduction out loud 5× (record yourself)
• Practice “typical day” out loud 5× (record yourself)
• Practice 3 different process descriptions out loud
• Practice 3 pro/contra topics (Sunday shopping, home office, public transport)
• Do at least 2 mock speaking interviews (with a partner or tutor)
• Practice handling follow-up / counter-questions

Phase 6: Grammatik & Konnektoren (Grammar & Connectors)

• Read Connectors — learn B1/B2 connectors
• Read Email Phrases — learn formal + informal phrases
• Read Formal vs Informal — know when to use which register
• Practice using connectors in writing (weil, obwohl, deswegen, außerdem)
• Practice email openings/closings from memory

Phase 7: Wochenplan umsetzen (Weekly Plan Execution)

• Complete Week 1: Formats + baseline + vocabulary packs 1–3
• Complete Week 2: A1/A2 writing (messages + simple emails) + listening basics
• Complete Week 3: Reading focus (ads/notices/texts) + speaking intro + process descriptions
• Complete Week 4: B1 writing (inquiry emails) + longer listening/reading + interview practice
• Complete Week 5: B2 argumentation (speaking + writing) + timed mixed practice
• Complete Week 6: 2–3 full mock runs + error log + weak-area repair

Phase 8: Probetests & Schlusswiederholung (Mock Tests & Final Review)

• Complete Mock Test 1 (all 4 skills, timed)
• Complete Mock Test 2 (all 4 skills, timed)
• Complete Mock Test 3 (all 4 skills, timed)
• Review error log — identify top 3 weak areas
• Targeted repair: drill weak areas for 2–3 days
• Final vocabulary review (all 10 packs)
• Final email writing review (write 3 emails under time pressure)
• Final speaking rehearsal (all modules once)

Phase 9: Vorbereitung auf den Prüfungstag (Test-Day Preparation)

• Read Tips & Preparation
• Confirm test date, time, location
• Bring valid ID (Ausweis / Pass)
• Get a good night’s sleep
• Arrive early
• Remember: early questions matter (adaptive scoring!)
• Stay calm during speaking interview — ask for repetition if needed

Tagesminimum (Daily Minimum) (45–75 min)

• 15 min — Vocabulary (one topic)
• 15–20 min — Listening or Reading
• 15–20 min — Writing or Speaking (alternate days)

Fortschrittsübersicht (Progress Tracker)