French 8658/WH June 2020

The GCSE French Higher Tier Writing exam focuses on expressing opinions and describing experiences in French, addressing themes like part-time jobs, health, adolescence, and environmental issues. Tasks include writing about job preferences, diet, sports, family conflicts, or regional environmental challenges. Emphasis is on vocabulary variety, grammatical accuracy, and structured responses. Translation tasks test linguistic proficiency by converting English sentences into French, covering topics such as relationships, charity work, and future aspirations. The exam highlights practical communication skills, cultural context, and the ability to articulate complex ideas effectively.