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In the directed situations section, what is a key instruction regarding sentence length?
In the directed situations section, what is a key instruction regarding sentence length?
- Sentences must be at least two lines long.
- Write as many sentences as needed to fully explain the situation.
- Sentences must be concise, using no more than five words.
- Do NOT write more than one sentence for each situation. (correct)
What should candidates do if they need to rewrite an answer and lack space?
What should candidates do if they need to rewrite an answer and lack space?
- Continue writing on the next page, clearly indicating the question number.
- Erase the original answer completely and write as neatly as possible in the available space.
- Write smaller and try to fit it in the margins.
- Use the extra lined page(s) at the back, drawing a line through the original answer. (correct)
According to the instructions for Section II, what is the word count range for the letter?
According to the instructions for Section II, what is the word count range for the letter?
- 130-150 words (correct)
- 120-140 words
- 100-120 words
- 80-100 words
For the letter in Section II, what specific instruction is given regarding your name and address?
For the letter in Section II, what specific instruction is given regarding your name and address?
In Section IV, what language should the questions from the reading comprehension be answered in?
In Section IV, what language should the questions from the reading comprehension be answered in?
What is the main objective of the 'Directed Situations' section?
What is the main objective of the 'Directed Situations' section?
What is the penalty for not following instructions in Section II (Letter)?
What is the penalty for not following instructions in Section II (Letter)?
In the contextual dialogue, what are we to consider when completing our given responses?
In the contextual dialogue, what are we to consider when completing our given responses?
What is Jacqueline's initial reaction to moving to the countryside?
What is Jacqueline's initial reaction to moving to the countryside?
What does Jacqueline's neighbor suggest she do about the frog?
What does Jacqueline's neighbor suggest she do about the frog?
What is one of the main reasons Jacqueline enjoyed living in Les Abymes?
What is one of the main reasons Jacqueline enjoyed living in Les Abymes?
In general, what is the overarching theme of the reading comprehension passage?
In general, what is the overarching theme of the reading comprehension passage?
What is the best summary of the reading comprehension passage?
What is the best summary of the reading comprehension passage?
Based on the reading comprehension text, how would you best describe Jacqueline's emotional state regarding her move?
Based on the reading comprehension text, how would you best describe Jacqueline's emotional state regarding her move?
How does Jacqueline's family feel about the move to the countryside compared to her?
How does Jacqueline's family feel about the move to the countryside compared to her?
What is the purpose of the Candidate's Receipt included at the end of the document?
What is the purpose of the Candidate's Receipt included at the end of the document?
What is the best approach to take in the 'Letter' Section of the exam?
What is the best approach to take in the 'Letter' Section of the exam?
What is the purpose of the extra space provided after the exam?
What is the purpose of the extra space provided after the exam?
What is the purpose of the barcode areas on each page?
What is the purpose of the barcode areas on each page?
What is the recommended action if you finish the exam before time is called?
What is the recommended action if you finish the exam before time is called?
From the perspective of someone who has never seen this document before, which of these statements would be the best description of the document?
From the perspective of someone who has never seen this document before, which of these statements would be the best description of the document?
What is the main instruction given regarding abbreviations?
What is the main instruction given regarding abbreviations?
In the 'Contextual Dialogue' section, what are you expected to do as an exchange student in Martinique?
In the 'Contextual Dialogue' section, what are you expected to do as an exchange student in Martinique?
In section 1, if a situation requires a greeting and asking someone to have a seat, which is the closest example?
In section 1, if a situation requires a greeting and asking someone to have a seat, which is the closest example?
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Bonjour et asseyez-vous
Bonjour et asseyez-vous
A greeting and a polite instruction to sit down.
Félicitations et meilleurs voeux
Félicitations et meilleurs voeux
Expressing congratulations and best wishes to graduates.
Je peux organiser une fête pour collecter des fonds
Je peux organiser une fête pour collecter des fonds
Asking for permission to organize a fundraising event.
Tu peux m'acheter un kilo des tomates pour faire une recette?
Tu peux m'acheter un kilo des tomates pour faire une recette?
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À mon avis, la nouvelle règle, c'est...
À mon avis, la nouvelle règle, c'est...
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Il va avoir une réduction le cingants 50% - pourcent sur les boissons vendredi
Il va avoir une réduction le cingants 50% - pourcent sur les boissons vendredi
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Je n'aime pas la plage, je préfère la piscine
Je n'aime pas la plage, je préfère la piscine
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Il faut manger pour être en forme
Il faut manger pour être en forme
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J'ai perdu mon chien, il s'appelle Louis et il est noir et blanc
J'ai perdu mon chien, il s'appelle Louis et il est noir et blanc
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Désolé mais l'ascenseur est en panne, not working
Désolé mais l'ascenseur est en panne, not working
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Study Notes
- The document is a French language examination paper for the Caribbean Secondary Education Certificate (CSEC).
- The exam date is set for May 15, 2024, in the p.m.
Exam Structure
- The paper consists of four sections: Directed Situations, Letter Writing, Contextual Dialogue, and Reading Comprehension.
- Section I: Directed Situations involves writing short responses in French for various everyday scenarios.
General Instructions
- All questions in each section must be answered.
- Responses are to be written in the spaces provided.
- Answers must not be written in the margins.
- Rewrites should utilize the extra lined pages with a line drawn through the original answer.
- When using extra pages, question numbers must be clearly indicated.
Section I: Directed Situations
- The instructions specify writing in French for each situation.
- Only one sentence should be used for each situational answer.
- Complete sentences may not always be necessary.
- Translation of the situations is prohibited.
- Abbreviations should be avoided.
- Answers have assigned mark values per question.
- Answers are written in French to prompts.
Section II: Letter Writing
- A letter in French between 130-150 words must be be written based off the instructions.
- The letter is to a cousin named Marie, detailing experiences and feelings about a competition that was won.
- Details to include are, competition details (date, time, location, activities), competition preparation, the experience felt in the competition and the prize money.
- Real names and addresses are not permitted.
- French date format and appropriate salutations are required.
Section III: Contextual Dialogue
- Requires the completion of a dialogue in French between 80 and 100 words between the exam candidate and their French correspondent.
- The setting is a student from Martinique, talking about their first day.
- Responses must include greetings and feelings, differences and similarities between schools, one benefit of the activity, and things to tell friends back home.
Section IV: Reading Comprehension
- A reading passage "Life in the Country" focuses on Jacqueline's life after moving from Les Abymes, Guadeloupe, to a rural area.
- The passage describes her initial difficulty adjusting, particularly due to her fear of frogs, and an encounter with one.
- Includes the questions in English requiring complete sentence answers.
- Questions relate to Jacqueline's feelings, time spent, the town of Les Abymes, and the family's feelings about the move.
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