French C1
What is French C1?
Un peu plus pres. Es-tu pret? Another journey begins here. The C1 course is one of your final courses. A course that brings together fluency, accuracy and a connection. Are you excited? You’re going to be spreading your wings further than ever imagined. You will be diving into a world where you will be mesmerised. This course is taking the French language into the French world. France, the city of love. Each and every expression, words, songs all showcase their devotion. Let us take you into that courtroom, examination hall, classroom. Anywhere, we will make sure that you will sore and reach the highest and brightest futures.
Why French C1? Benefits and opportunities
Your final stages. This course has been broken down into specific topics to ensure that you’re able to communicate in complete fluency and be able to voice your opinions. The learning outcomes constructed during this course will ensure that you’re able to reach your expectations. The course consists of different topics which could also be shown by you so that you’re able to capture the essence into the subjects of your choice. Its where your interests and capabilities are really put to the test. The opportunities built from this course will lead into a higher and successful future.
How to prepare for French C1?
Syllabus:
- Understanding interviews, lessons and conferences
- Listen and analyse radio broadcasts, surveys, advertisements, etc.
- Comprehend literacy and journalism
- Advanced vocabulary and grammar
- Connecting words
- Phrasal verbs
- Comparative and superlative form of adverbs
- Conversing with shopkeepers, customers, etc.
Tips and Tricks:
Whilst learning a course you can come across several difficulties and obstacles. It is extremely important to make sure that you’re centered and able to keep yourself engaged during this course.
- Listening to the local radio
- Test yourself
- Sample papers
- Audio recordings
- Local movies
- Communication with trainers
- Etc.
The tips and tricks gained here will ensure to keep your passion. It is to make sure you keep up the drive and the urge to learn more. Keep yourself in track, self-motivation is key.
Preparation patterns:
Keeping a high and constant schedule will allow you to have a better planning and understanding during this course. The pattern of exam is listed below but will also give you an insight on the things to focus on.
The best way to prepare is to plan ahead. At Elan we provide you with all the tips and guidance. This shall prepare you for the course. Keep your head held high.
Important materials:
E-books-
http://cbseacademic.nic.in/web_material/doc/languages/1_French_Entre_Jeunes_Book.pdf
https://www.languagebird.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/10/sample_French_Basics_Grammar_Book-2017-3.pdf
Video links –
Advanced revision classes – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eUBuIJuKptw
Pronunciation’s – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j_Qs75dfpko
Grammar revision – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8Pt__-FeEo
Advanced grammar – https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=91mTuq3TNuE
Sample papers-
Sample paper #1 – http://www.delfdalf.fr/_media/exemple-1-sujet-complet-dalf-c1-3.pdf
Sample paper #2 – http://www.delfdalf.fr/_media/exemple-2-sujet-complet-dalf-c1-3.pdf
Sample paper #3 – http://www.delfdalf.fr/_media/exemple-3-sujet-dalf-c1-document-candidat-comprehension-ecrite-orale.pdf
Audio link for Paper 3 – http://www.delfdalf.fr/_media/exemple-3-sujet-dalf-c1-audio-comprehension-orale.mp3
Important tips for French C1 and the examinations:
Exam details –
The French C1 examination consists of 4 modules: listening, reading, writing and speaking.
The listening section of this examination will carry a duration of 40 minutes. The listening comprehension surrounded these topics. The first recording will be a long conversation which could either be an interview, lessons, conference etc. The recording could last for about 8 minutes. This part will only be played twice. The second recording can be several short radio broadcasts, surveys, advertisements etc. Although this recording will only be played one. This examination will carry a total mark of 25.
The reading part will carry a duration of 50 minutes. The questions asked during this examination will revolve around the passage itself. The passage would be about 1,500 to 2,000 words. The passage could be literally or in a form of journalism. This part of the examination will be marked out of 25.
The writing part of the examination will be divided into 2 parts. This examination will be for 2 hours 30 minutes. The first part I designed to where you would need to summarise different texts with keeping in mind the word count of 1,000. The second part is to construct an essay expressing your opinions based on the given contents. You will be asked to chose from the fields of humanities, social studies or science. Based on the chosen topic you will be required to format the essay.
The speaking module of the examination will be your expressions and your opinions on a given topic and a conversation with the examiners. Remember to keep your head high and express your opinions in the best way possible. The examination will have a duration of 30 minutes and a 1-hour preparation time. The exam will carry out 25 marks.
Exam cracking tips –
All the tips learnt during this course will guide you through your examination. Remember to pace yourself. Don’t stress. Work on the different strategies provided to you. When reading make sure to underline or highlight the important fact. During writing beware of your time. Keep yourself focused. Don’t deviate to another topic or factor, focus on one and keep building the idea. Read the instructions carefully. Follow them and make sure that you’re rechecking your answers. During the listening test make sure to write down important dates, names etc. Make sure to always keep your focus. When you’re calm and centred you can achieve it all.
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