We are now on youtube

We are now on youtube

We are now on youtube Bonjour tout le monde We are now on youtube and uploading videos. The Channel will primarily focus on the vocabulary for the Junior Cert and Leaving Cert, We do hope you enjoy and find them helpful Why should you choose French Notes?….We are now on youtube French Notes is the…

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Is Violence ever Justified?

violence

VIOLENCE IS NEVER JUSTIFIED – WHAT IS YOUR OPINION? LA VIOLENCE N’EST JAMAIS JUSTIFIÉE – QUEL EST VOTRE AVIS? Firstly, the question here is whether or not violence is ever acceptable. I advise you to do the following…. Make a quick list of the vocabulary & grammatical constructions that you will use. Secondly, write a…

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COMMON WORDS, USED UNCOMMONLY

Common words, used uncommonly

COMMON WORDS, USED UNCOMMONLY… For example, French people use the following common words, in quite an uncommon way. Firstly did you know that a broom is a common utensil that you use to sweep. However, what you may not know is that it can also be used to describe someone, who is incredibly stupid!  …

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The Oscars

The Oscars

The Oscars Firstly, the Oscars is an annual glitzy event, which takes place in Hollywood. Here are some French Leaving Cert sentences to help you with this topic, should it appear on an exam paper. Le Français… Tous les acteurs du monde veulent avoir l’occasion de marcher sur le fameux tapis rouge des Oscars.  Point…

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LEAVING CERT FRENCH READING

LEAVING CERT FRENCH READING

LEAVING CERT FRENCH READING… I get a lot of messages from students on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter & Snapchat about how they should go about answering the reading comprehensions. Following the French Notes technique they are now finding it easier. To do well in the reading comprehension, and not to be overwhelmed by the quantity of…

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Guide to the French Oral Exam

The Leaving Cert Oral French Exam

Guide to the French Oral Exam.. Bonjour tout le monde! Hopefully, This Guide to the French Oral Exam Will Help You… Firstly, Remember that this is a conversation and not an interview. The examiner is trained to a very high level, and is there to help you reach your highest potential. Secondly, Marks are awarded…

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FRENCHNOTES ORAL PREPARATION WORKSHOP

FRENCH NOTES ORAL PREPARATION WORKSHOP

FRENCH NOTES ORAL PREPARATION WORKSHOP As you may be aware, our students consistently fulfil their individual potential using our exclusive material here at French Notes.ie Our teaching strategy is based on a very simple premise: Students retain what makes sense to them and their personal situation. We will help you to use what you already…

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FRENCH MOCKS – A GUIDE

French Revision Notes

FRENCH MOCKS – A GUIDE A lot of students are asking us how or what to cover for the mock exams, which are going to be starting in the next couple of weeks. Here at French Notes, we have put together a few ideas to tackle each part of the exam. We will look at…

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Attack In Turkey – News Item

ATTACK IN TURKEY - NEWS ITEM

ATTACK IN TURKEY – NEWS ITEM Here are some sample Leaving Cert French sentences on the Attack In Turkey – News Item. Further, these sentences are useful for students writing  French opinion questions. LES ACTUALITÉS Un attentat meurtrier a frappé la Turquie dans la nuit du Réveillon (31 décembre). Un homme armé a ouvert le…

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SIX BONNES RÉSOLUTIONS POUR 2020

French Learning Habits

SIX BONNES RÉSOLUTIONS POUR 2020 Ok so you have woken up to a new year, realising that the Junior Cert & Leaving Cert is only a few short months away. What should you be doing every day to maximise your learning potential in French.  Follow these 6 tips and maximise your potential. SIX BONNES RÉSOLUTIONS…

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CHRISTMAS

Christmas

CHRISTMAS Noël… Noël est une fête qui est d’origine romaine, mais ses traditions, qui y sont associées, remontent à une fête païenne.  La fête de Noël est célébrée chaque année en France, comme un peu partout ailleurs dans le monde. En France, la fête commence dans la nuit du 24 au 25 décembre, ainsi que…

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HOW TO STRUCTURE A LEAVING CERT OPINION PIECE

We Must Ensure That - Drill Exercise

HOW TO FRAME A COHERENT OPINION PIECE FOR THE LEAVING CERT FRENCH EXAM I have found with many students, that they tend to rely on very limited vocabulary to express themselves. As an examiner for the Leaving Cert Honours paper, I have found the exact same conclusions, opening statements and connecting words in all three…

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How To Use Exam Papers Correctly

How To Use Exam Papers

How To Use Exam Papers Correctly A lot of students ask me this question. How can we study exam papers? There are no answers given, unless you decide that you are going to work with the marking schemes. WRITING SECTION Even with the help of the marking scheme, how does an average student mark the…

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