1.1 Understanding the course structure

• The Speaking paper in the Edexcel GCSE French exam has a weighting of 25%


  True
• The topic "Me, my family and friends" is covered in the Identity and culture
• What strategy is recommended for the Listening exam in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  Take notes
• What is the name of the town mentioned in the sample reading exam question?

  Read the passage
• What type of document are students asked to write in the sample writing exam question?

  Email
• The Reading exam paper is timed at 45 minutes
• The Edexcel GCSE French course aims to develop a well-rounded understanding of the French language and culture


  True
• What percentage is each exam paper weighted in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  25%
• How many main sections are there in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  Five
• The Edexcel GCSE French course uses a balanced assessment approach to develop language skills.


  True
• The reading exam sample question asks for the name of a French town.

  True
• Arrange the four exam papers of the Edexcel GCSE French in terms of their assessment focus.

  1️⃣ Listening: Understand spoken French

  2️⃣ Reading: Understand written French

  3️⃣ Speaking: Communicate in French

  4️⃣ Writing: Communicate in written French
• Match the effective study methods with their benefits:

  Practice speaking and listening ↔️ Improves fluency and comprehension

  Immerse in French media ↔️ Expands vocabulary and cultural understanding

  Use flashcards and quizzes ↔️ Reinforces vocabulary and grammar

  Organize notes ↔️ Simplifies review and revision
• The Listening paper in the Edexcel GCSE French exam has a timing of 35-45 minutes
• How many sections are there in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  Five
• Order the language skills tested in the Edexcel GCSE French exam according to their corresponding assessment criteria

  1️⃣ Listening: Understand and respond to spoken French

  2️⃣ Reading: Understand and respond to written French

  3️⃣ Speaking: Communicate effectively in French

  4️⃣ Writing: Communicate effectively in written French
• In the listening exam strategy, students are advised to take notes
• For the speaking exam, students should practice using a variety of vocabulary
• What is the weighting of the Listening exam paper in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  25%
• Match the section of the Edexcel GCSE French course with its topics:

  Identity and culture ↔️ Me, my family and friends

  Local area, holiday, and travel ↔️ Home, town, neighbourhood and region

  School ↔️ What school is like

  Future aspirations, study and work ↔️ Using languages beyond the classroom

  International and global dimension ↔️ Bringing the world together
• Steps to prepare for the Edexcel GCSE French exams

  1️⃣ Review sample exam questions

  2️⃣ Practice effective strategies

  3️⃣ Focus on key vocabulary

  4️⃣ Use past papers
• The balanced assessment approach ensures students develop comprehensive French language skills.


  True
• The Edexcel GCSE French course provides a well-rounded understanding of the French language and culture
• In the listening exam strategy, students are advised to take notes
• The writing exam requires students to write an email to a French pen pal
• The reading exam strategy involves underlining key details in the passage.


  True
• Creating a study schedule helps manage time effectively.

  True
• How many different papers are there in the Edexcel GCSE French exam?

  Four
• Order the topics covered in the "Identity and culture" section of the Edexcel GCSE French course

  1️⃣ Me, my family and friends

  2️⃣ Technology in everyday life

  3️⃣ Free-time activities

  4️⃣ Customs and festivals in French-speaking countries/communities
• The Edexcel GCSE French course aims to develop a well-rounded understanding of the French language and culture

  True
• What time does the person wake up in the sample listening exam question?

  Listen for details
• In the reading exam strategy, students are encouraged to scan the passage and underline key details


  True
• In the writing exam strategy, students are advised to review their work for spelling and grammar mistakes


  True
• What is the overall weighting of each exam paper in the Edexcel GCSE French course?

  25%
• The Edexcel GCSE French course is assessed through four exam papers, each weighted equally at 25%
• The listening paper in the Edexcel GCSE French exam tests the ability to understand and respond to spoken French
• Match the topic with its corresponding section:

  Free-time activities ↔️ Identity and culture

  Social issues ↔️ Local area, holiday, and travel

  School activities ↔️ School

  Ambitions ↔️ Future aspirations, study and work
• What time does the person wake up in the listening exam sample question?

  Varies
• What should students focus on when describing their daily routine in the speaking exam?

  Vocabulary and verb tenses
• What percentage does each exam paper contribute to the overall GCSE grade?

  25%