French 8658/LH June 2023

The exam assesses listening comprehension skills in French through real-life contexts, including environmental advice, food preferences, charity initiatives, wedding traditions, job interviews, local area opinions, and school experiences. Themes highlight cultural insights, social challenges, and practical scenarios such as travel issues, mobile app usage, and festivals. Responses require understanding and interpreting key details, opinions, and facts conveyed through spoken French. Focus areas include daily life, global and local issues, personal relationships, and cultural activities. The exam promotes active listening, contextual understanding, and critical thinking within authentic French-speaking environments.