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Which aspect of life focuses on school life and routine?
Which aspect of life focuses on school life and routine?
Which category relates to traditions and community interactions?
Which category relates to traditions and community interactions?
What theme addresses issues related to the environment?
What theme addresses issues related to the environment?
Which topic involves school trips and events?
Which topic involves school trips and events?
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Which focus area includes discussions about future plans?
Which focus area includes discussions about future plans?
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What is one of the aims of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German qualification?
What is one of the aims of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German qualification?
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What aspect of the target language does the qualification emphasize in its objectives?
What aspect of the target language does the qualification emphasize in its objectives?
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What type of language contexts does the qualification focus on?
What type of language contexts does the qualification focus on?
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What is one benefit of choosing Edexcel qualifications?
What is one benefit of choosing Edexcel qualifications?
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Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an aim of the qualification?
Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an aim of the qualification?
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Which organization is responsible for the Edexcel qualifications?
Which organization is responsible for the Edexcel qualifications?
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What is a key goal of the understanding of the target language?
What is a key goal of the understanding of the target language?
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What is a characteristic of Pearson's history in education?
What is a characteristic of Pearson's history in education?
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What is a key feature of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German?
What is a key feature of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German?
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Which skills are assessed separately in the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German?
Which skills are assessed separately in the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German?
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What type of assessment does the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German employ?
What type of assessment does the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German employ?
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In which examination series is the assessment for the qualification conducted?
In which examination series is the assessment for the qualification conducted?
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Which benchmarks does the assessment measure achievement against?
Which benchmarks does the assessment measure achievement against?
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What should teachers ensure when delivering the qualification content?
What should teachers ensure when delivering the qualification content?
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What does the term 'culturally sensitive and authentic texts' refer to in this qualification?
What does the term 'culturally sensitive and authentic texts' refer to in this qualification?
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When does Pearson notify centres of significant changes to the specification?
When does Pearson notify centres of significant changes to the specification?
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What is the maximum number of marks that can be awarded in the listening examination?
What is the maximum number of marks that can be awarded in the listening examination?
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What are the essential elements that a picture must contain for Task A?
What are the essential elements that a picture must contain for Task A?
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Which of the following is part of the assessment information for Paper 1?
Which of the following is part of the assessment information for Paper 1?
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What percentage of the qualification is Paper 2 worth?
What percentage of the qualification is Paper 2 worth?
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How should the assessment be conducted during the speaking test?
How should the assessment be conducted during the speaking test?
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Which of the following structures is used in subordinate clauses?
Which of the following structures is used in subordinate clauses?
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What happens if students bring notes into the examination?
What happens if students bring notes into the examination?
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What is the maximum total assessment time for the speaking test?
What is the maximum total assessment time for the speaking test?
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In the reading and writing examination, how many total marks can a student achieve?
In the reading and writing examination, how many total marks can a student achieve?
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What is the recommended duration for Task A during the speaking assessment?
What is the recommended duration for Task A during the speaking assessment?
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During how many tasks does the reading section of Paper 2 consist?
During how many tasks does the reading section of Paper 2 consist?
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What is not permitted in the examination room for Paper 1?
What is not permitted in the examination room for Paper 1?
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What restriction is placed on the use of the picture in Task A?
What restriction is placed on the use of the picture in Task A?
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The use of which tense is specified alongside the prepositions regarding time?
The use of which tense is specified alongside the prepositions regarding time?
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What is the purpose of the randomisation grid received before the oral window?
What is the purpose of the randomisation grid received before the oral window?
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What is the maximum duration for Task B and Task C combined?
What is the maximum duration for Task B and Task C combined?
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Study Notes
About the Qualification
- Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German is a linear qualification, with all units assessed at the end of the course.
- The course materials are described as relevant, engaging and up to date.
- Assessment is entirely external, with 100% of the grade determined by written and oral examinations.
- Listening skills are assessed in Paper 1, reading and writing skills in Paper 2, and speaking skills in Paper 3.
- The examinations are held in the June examination series.
- The course content focuses on topics relevant to students studying German in the context of study and leisure, and is designed to provide a foundation for further study of the language.
How the Qualification is Assessed
- The listening examination (Paper 1) is 30 minutes long and worth 25% of the qualification. It consists of seven tasks, each based on a single recorded text.
- The combined reading and writing examination (Paper 2) lasts 1 hour and 45 minutes and is worth 50% of the qualification. It is divided into two sections: reading and writing and grammar.
- The speaking examination (Paper 3) is an individual assessment lasting 8-10 minutes and worth 25% of the qualification. It is graded on three tasks.
Speaking Exam Details
- The speaking examination must conducted entirely in German and must be in one continuous session.
- During the speaking examination students must complete three tasks in consecutive order.
- The examiner randomly selects a discussion topic for Task B using a grid provided three days in advance of the examination.
- The examiner also randomly selects a discussion topic for Task C from the same grid.
- Students may not bring notes into the examination, but are allowed to bring their picture for Task A.
Content Topics
- Five main topic areas are covered: Home and Abroad, Education and Employment, Personal Life and Relationships, The World Around Us, and Further Exploration.
- The content is designed to be culturally sensitive using authentic texts.
- The assessment criteria are based on the Council of Europe's Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR), aiming to reach Levels A2 and B1.
Key Grammar Points
- **Basic Grammar:** articles, noun and verb conjugation, prepositions, pronouns, possessive adjectives
- **Tenses:** present, imperfect, perfect, future, conditional
- **Word Order:** main clause word order and subordinate clauses, including relative clauses
- **Conjunctions:** co-ordinating and subordinating conjunctions
- **Numbers, Quantity, Dates, and Time** including the use of "seit" with present and imperfect tenses.
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This quiz provides an overview of the Pearson Edexcel International GCSE in German, highlighting the assessment structure and content focus of the qualification. Explore the format of the listening, reading, writing, and speaking examinations that shape students' language skills. Get ready for the June examination series!
