1.3 Grasping assessment objectives

• AO2 assesses a student's ability to communicate and interact effectively in speech
• AO1, AO2, and AO3 each account for 25% of the overall GCSE French grade.


  True
• AO1 assesses listening and understanding skills.


  True
• Match the assessment objective with its description:

  AO1: Listening ↔️ Understand and respond to spoken language

  AO2: Speaking ↔️ Communicate in speech

  AO3: Reading ↔️ Understand written language
• A strong grasp of grammar and vocabulary supports AO1 by enabling students to comprehend spoken language
• Each assessment objective in Edexcel GCSE French accounts for 25%
• A strong grasp of grammar enhances comprehension in AO1, accuracy in AO2, and understanding in AO3
• Match the communication skill with its description:

  Using appropriate language ↔️ Adapting style to context

  Organizing responses logically ↔️ Structuring writing clearly

  Expressing ideas effectively ↔️ Communicating persuasively

  Paying attention to accuracy ↔️ Ensuring grammatical correctness
• To excel in AO3, it is crucial to develop strong communication skills and presentation
• The formal greeting in French is Bonjour
• The three key assessment objectives in Edexcel GCSE French are AO1, AO2, and AO3
• What does AO3 assess in the Edexcel GCSE French exam?

  Reading
• Order the following verb tenses from past to future:

  1️⃣ J'ai mangé

  2️⃣ Je mange

  3️⃣ Je vais manger
• AO2 requires the application of grammar and vocabulary to achieve accurate and fluent communication
• AO3: Reading ensures proper understanding of written texts
• Formal language emphasizes precision and avoids slang
• Match the informal French phrases with their meanings:

  Salut! ↔️ Hello!

  Merci beaucoup ↔️ Thank you

  À bientôt! ↔️ See you soon!
• Developing strong communication skills and presentation abilities is crucial for the AO3 tasks.
• Ensuring your writing is grammatically correct is important for the AO3 assessment.


  True
• Aligning your exam strategy with the specific AO being tested is crucial for success.


  True
• The three key assessment objectives in Edexcel GCSE French are AO1, AO2, and AO3
• Grammar and vocabulary are standalone assessment objectives in Edexcel GCSE French.

  False
• Formal language avoids slang and emphasizes precision.


  True
• AO3: Reading and understanding requires strong communication skills and effective presentation
• Adapting your written style to the context is an important aspect of using appropriate language and register.


  True
• The informal greeting in French is Salut.


  True
• What does AO1 assess in the Edexcel GCSE French exam?

  Listening
• All three assessment objectives in the Edexcel GCSE French exam are weighted equally.


  True
• Match the pronouns with their correct type:

  Je ↔️ Subject

  Me ↔️ Object

  Mon ↔️ Possessive
• AO1: Listening enables comprehension of verb tenses and pronoun usage in spoken French
• Building a solid foundation in French grammar and vocabulary is essential for excelling in the Edexcel GCSE French exam.


  True
• Practicing both formal and informal language enhances performance in the AO2 speaking tasks.


  True
• Give an example of formal language for saying "Thank you" in French.

  Je vous remercie
• What type of questions are used in the AO1 listening exam format?

  Multiple-choice
• What should you focus on in the AO1 listening assessment?

  Main points and details
• What are the three key assessment objectives in Edexcel GCSE French?

  AO1, AO2, AO3
• Which assessment objective evaluates a student's understanding of written language?

  AO3
• Why is grammar and vocabulary knowledge important in Edexcel GCSE French?

  Supports all three AOs
• Match the assessment objective with its description:

  AO1: Listening ↔️ Understand and respond to spoken language

  AO2: Speaking ↔️ Communicate effectively in speech

  AO3: Reading ↔️ Understand and respond to written language
• Order the key grammar points for Edexcel GCSE French:

  1️⃣ Tenses

  2️⃣ Pronouns

  3️⃣ Adjectives