How to Prepare for DU3 Module 4: Complete Study Guide with Examples

DU3 Module 4 is the gateway to B2 Danish and the PD3 exam. Proper preparation is essential. This guide provides a complete system with daily tasks, resource recommendations, and exam-style practice examples.

📅 The 3-Pillar Weekly Study Plan

Success in Module 4 requires balanced practice across all four skills. Here's your weekly framework:

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Input (40%)

Reading + Listening

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Output (40%)

Writing + Speaking

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System (20%)

Grammar + Vocabulary

Day	Morning (20 min)	Evening (30 min)
Monday	Read news article + vocabulary	Write summary + grammar exercises
Tuesday	Listen to podcast + shadowing	Practice speaking topic + record
Wednesday	Read debate piece + analyze arguments	Write argumentative paragraph
Thursday	Watch DR TV with Danish subtitles	Language partner conversation
Friday	Review week's vocabulary + flashcards	Write longer essay or reflection
Weekend	Practice test + review weak areas

📖 Reading Practice

Reading complex Danish texts daily is essential for B2 level. Module 4 requires understanding nuanced arguments, author perspectives, and detailed information.

Recommended Sources:

Newspapers

Politiken – cultural, political analysis
Berlingske – business, opinion pieces
Information – in-depth articles, debates
DR Nyheder – accessible news

Magazines & Journals

Weekendavisen – cultural weekly
Mandag Morgen – political analysis
Fagbladet 3F – labor union magazine
Sygeplejersken – healthcare journal

Reading Techniques:

Skimming (5 minutes)

Read headlines, subheadings, first paragraphs. Get main topic and structure.

Detailed Reading (10 minutes)

Read thoroughly. Underline key arguments, unknown words, interesting phrases.

Analysis (10 minutes)

Identify: Main argument? Supporting evidence? Author's opinion? Target audience?

Summary Writing (10 minutes)

Write a 100-word summary in Danish. Include main points and author's conclusion.

📝 Example Reading Task:

Read this Politiken article about integration policies. Then answer:

What is the author's main argument?
What evidence does the author provide?
Do you agree or disagree? Why?
Write a 150-word response to the article.

🎧 Listening Practice

B2 listening requires understanding main ideas and details in complex speech on concrete and abstract topics.

Recommended Podcasts:

News & Current Affairs

Genstart (DR) – daily news deep-dive, 20 min
24syv – various programs, interviews
Tredje side – political analysis
Dato – historical events explained

Culture & Society

Mørkeland – Danish stories, mysteries
Hjernekassen – science and psychology
Kulturen på P1 – arts and culture
Dansk i ørerne – for learners (slower)

Listening Techniques:

First listen (no script)

Listen for main topic and general meaning. Don't pause.

Second listen (with notes)

Pause and write down key points, new vocabulary, interesting expressions.

Third listen (with transcript)

Follow along with transcript (if available). Note what you missed.

Shadowing practice

Repeat sentences aloud, mimicking pronunciation and intonation.

🎯 Example Listening Task:

Listen to a Genstart episode about climate policy. Answer:

What is the main political debate?
Which parties are mentioned and what are their positions?
What arguments do experts present?
Summarize the episode in 5 sentences.

✍️ Writing Practice

Module 4 writing requires structured, well-argued texts on complex topics.

Writing Tasks to Practice:

Argumentative Essay

Present and defend an opinion with evidence

Example: "Bør efterlønnen afskaffes?"

Debate Response

Respond to an opinion piece

Example: "Svar til debatindlæg om integration"

Formal Letter

Job application, complaint, inquiry

Example: "Ansøgning til SOSU-uddannelsen"

Summary

Condense a longer text

Example: "Resumé af artikel om velfærd"

Essay Structure Template:

Introduction (ca. 50 words)

Present topic, state your position, outline structure

"I den seneste tid har debatten om... været intens. Jeg mener, at... fordi... I dette essay vil jeg argumentere for..."

Body Paragraph 1 (ca. 100 words)

First argument with evidence

"For det første viser undersøgelser, at... Eksempelvis..."

Body Paragraph 2 (ca. 100 words)

Second argument, possibly addressing counter-arguments

"Derudover er det væsentligt at fremhæve... Selvom nogle vil hævde, at..., så..."

Conclusion (ca. 50 words)

Summarize, restate position, broader implication

"Sammenfattende kan det konstateres, at... Det er afgørende for fremtiden, at..."

💡 Writing Tips:

Use connectors: derfor, desuden, alligevel, således, dermed
Vary sentence structure – mix main and subordinate clauses
Avoid repetition – use synonyms
Always conclude – don't leave essay hanging
Get feedback from teacher or language partner

🗣️ Speaking Practice

Module 4 speaking requires fluent, coherent expression on complex topics with good pronunciation.

Speaking Practice Methods:

Language Partner (2x weekly)

Find exchange partners via itandem, Facebook groups, or sprogcaféer. Discuss weekly topics.

Self-Recording (3x weekly)

Record 2-3 minute monologues on topics. Listen back, note errors, improve.

Shadowing (daily)

Repeat after podcasts or TV, mimicking pronunciation and intonation.

Presentation Practice (weekly)

Prepare 5-minute presentations on current topics. Present to partner or record.

Speaking Topics to Practice:

Klimaforandringer

Indvandring og integration

Velfærdssamfundet

Uddannelse

Arbejdsmarked

Digitalisering

Sundhedsvæsen

Boligmarked

Kultur og traditioner

🎤 Example Speaking Task:

Prepare a 3-minute presentation on:

"Fordele og ulemper ved en 4-dages arbejdsuge"

Include:

Introduktion til emnet
Argumenter for (produktivitet, work-life balance)
Argumenter imod (økonomi, konkurrenceevne)
Din konklusion

🔤 Grammar Focus Areas

At B2 level, your grammar should be accurate and automatic. Focus on these areas:

Sentence Structure

V2 rule in all contexts
Main vs. subordinate clauses
Inversion after fronting
Relative clauses (som, der, hvilken)

Verbs

All tenses confidently
Modal verbs nuances (må, kan, skal, bør)
Passive constructions (blive + past participle)
Verb particles (slå op, give op)

Nouns & Articles

En/et mastery – automatic recall
Plural forms (regular/irregular)
Genitive with -s
Compound nouns formation

Connectives

Subordinating: fordi, da, når, hvis, selvom
Transition: derfor, alligevel, nemlig, således
Text connectors: for det første, desuden, endelig

Practice grammar with our interactive grammar exercises.

📚 Vocabulary Building

B2 requires 2,000-2,500 active words. Here's how to build vocabulary systematically:

Thematic Vocabulary Lists:

Politik

Miljø

Uddannelse

Sundhed

Arbejde

Økonomi

Kultur

Teknologi

Vocabulary Learning System:

Collect: When reading/listening, note 5-10 new words daily
Context: Write the full sentence where you found the word
Definition: Danish definition (not English translation)
Example: Create your own sentence using the word
Review: Use spaced repetition (Anki) for daily review

📝 Example Vocabulary Card:

Front: bæredygtighed

Back:

Definition: evne til at opretholde noget over tid uden at udtømme ressourcer
Context: "Regeringen lægger vægt på bæredygtighed i klimaplanen."
My sentence: "Virksomheden arbejder for mere bæredygtighed i produktionen."

For more vocabulary strategies, read our complete vocabulary guide.

📝 Exam-Style Practice Tasks

Practice with tasks that mirror the Module 4 exam format.

Task 1: Reading Comprehension

Text excerpt (150 words) about:

"Nye undersøgelser viser, at danske unges læsevaner har ændret sig markant det seneste årti. Færre læser bøger, mens flere følger med i nyheder på sociale medier. Eksperter peger på både fordele og ulemper ved denne udvikling."

Questions:

Hvad viser undersøgelserne om unges læsevaner?
Nævn to fordele ved udviklingen ifølge eksperter.
Hvilke ulemper nævnes i teksten?
Er du enig i eksperternes vurdering? Begrund dit svar.

Task 2: Argumentative Essay

Write 250-300 words on:

"Bør Danmark have en CO2-afgift på landbruget?"