French 8658/RF June 2023

The GCSE French Foundation Tier Reading exam explores themes such as school subjects, holiday accommodations, job opportunities, cultural events, health, and ambitions. Tasks involve interpreting advertisements, online forums, articles, and literary excerpts to assess comprehension of daily life, opinions, and societal topics. Key subjects include smartwatches, school regulations, travel preferences, and festival traditions. The exam evaluates vocabulary application, contextual understanding, and translation skills, requiring responses in both English and French. Emphasis is placed on analyzing textual details, inferring meaning, and interpreting diverse perspectives.