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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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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The Subjunctive

Every year, the subjunctive instils fear into the hearts and minds of Leaving cert students up and down the country. It shouldn’t! It is only another form of expression. There are a few rules to respect, and the subjunctive is well within the grasp of any student. The key word to look for is the…

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