By Revision Genie
Being a Young Person in French-Speaking Society
Unit 1
Changing Family Structures
Marriage and Partnership Trends
Being a Good Citizen
Fashion Trends Among Youth
Impact of Technology on Youth
Peer Pressure and Relationships
The French Education System
Student Issues in Education
Work and Travel Opportunities
The Changing Nature of Work
Vocabulary for Family Structures
Discussing Marriage in French
Expressing Citizenship Values
Describing Fashion Preferences
Discussing Technology Use
Talking About Peer Pressure
Explaining School Systems
Debating Student Stress
French Vocabulary for Employment
Discussing Work-Life Balance
Cultural Differences in Families
Trends in French Youth Culture
Personal Identity in French Society
Challenges in Modern Education
Future Career Aspirations
How to Use Authentic Sources
Analyzing Youth Trends
Role of Social Media in Identity
French Vocabulary for Education
Discussing Work Opportunities
Exam Trap: Overgeneralizing Trends
Exam Trap: Misinterpreting Statistics
Common Mistakes in Descriptions
Using Grammar for Comparisons
How to Structure Arguments
Discussing Citizenship in Debates
Talking About Fashion History
Exploring Technology Impacts
Analyzing Peer Influence
Explaining Work Scene Changes
Using French Idioms in Context
Exam Trap: Avoiding Stereotypes
Exam Trap: Misusing Vocabulary
Building Fluency on Family Topics
Building Fluency on Education Topics
Building Fluency on Employment Topics
Unit 2
Understanding the French-Speaking World
Festivals in French-Speaking Countries
Customs and Traditions in French-Speaking Regions
Historical Sites in France and Francophone Areas
Museums and Galleries in French-Speaking Communities
Regional Languages and Dialects in France
Cultural Heritage Preservation in Francophone Countries
Media Trends in the French-Speaking World
Role of Newspapers in Francophone Societies
Impact of Television in French-Speaking Countries
Social Media Usage in Francophone Communities
Radio Broadcasting in French-Speaking Regions
Art Movements in France and Francophone Areas
Famous French-Speaking Artists and Their Works
Street Art and Urban Culture in Francophone Cities
Cinema in the French-Speaking World
Influence of Francophone Directors on Global Film
Popular French-Language Films
Music Genres in French-Speaking Countries
Impact of French Music on Global Culture
Famous Francophone Musicians and Bands
Traditional Music and Instruments in Francophone Regions
Youth Music Trends in French-Speaking Communities
Role of Festivals in Preserving Francophone Culture
Tourism and Cultural Heritage in French-Speaking Areas
Regional Cuisine and Food Traditions in Francophone Countries
Fashion Trends in Francophone Societies
The Role of Literature in French-Speaking Culture
Francophone Contributions to Philosophy and Intellectual Thought
Cultural Differences Between Francophone Countries
Francophone Influence on Global Media and Arts
Challenges in Preserving Regional Heritage in France
Francophone Contributions to World Heritage Sites
Role of the French Language in Cultural Identity
Film Festivals in Francophone Countries
Youth Engagement with Francophone Media
Art Galleries and Exhibitions in Francophone Regions
Role of Music in Francophone National Identity
Francophone Cultural Practices and Globalization
Impact of Colonial History on Francophone Culture
Cultural Celebrations Unique to Francophone Communities
Francophone Literature and Its Global Impact
Preservation of Indigenous Francophone Traditions
Role of Francophone Museums in Education
Francophone Contributions to Modern Art
Evolution of Media in French-Speaking Countries
Music as a Tool for Social Change in Francophone Areas
Popular Cultural Icons in Francophone History
Francophone Cultural Identity in the Modern Era
Unit 3
Diversity and Difference
Reasons for Migration
Push and Pull Factors in Migration
Challenges of Migration
Benefits of Migration
Factors Affecting Integration
Barriers to Integration
Strategies to Promote Integration
Defining Cultural Identity
Components of Cultural Identity
Cultural Identity in French-Speaking Communities
Reasons for Marginalisation
Forms of Marginalisation
Impacts of Marginalisation
Ways to Reduce Marginalisation
Celebrating Cultural Diversity
Cultural Enrichment Through Diversity
Examples of Cultural Enrichment in French-Speaking Countries
Defining Discrimination
Types of Discrimination
Discrimination in French-Speaking Communities
Effects of Discrimination on Individuals
Effects of Discrimination on Society
Legal Frameworks Against Discrimination
Promoting Equality and Diversity
Case Studies: Migration in French-Speaking Countries
Case Studies: Integration Success Stories
Case Studies: Marginalisation in French-Speaking Societies
Case Studies: Discrimination Challenges and Solutions
Examining Stereotypes and Prejudices
Role of Education in Promoting Diversity
Media Representation of Diversity
Role of Festivals in Celebrating Difference
Social Movements Addressing Discrimination
Historical Context of Migration in French-Speaking Countries
Economic Impacts of Migration
Social Impacts of Migration
Exam Trap: Overgeneralising Cultural Identity
Exam Trap: Misinterpreting Marginalisation Causes
Exam Trap: Confusing Discrimination Types
Exam Trap: Ignoring Positive Aspects of Diversity
Exam Trap: Misreading Migration Statistics
Using Authentic Sources to Study Diversity
Analyzing Texts on Migration and Integration
Analyzing Texts on Cultural Identity
Analyzing Texts on Marginalisation and Discrimination
Analyzing Texts on Celebrating Difference
Discussing Diversity in Speaking Assessments
Writing Essays on Diversity and Difference
Translation Practice: Diversity Vocabulary
Unit 4
France 1940-1950: The Occupation and Post-War Years
Life in Occupied France: Overview
Daily Life Under German Occupation
French Collaboration with Germany
Restrictions on Freedom in Occupied France
Impact of Rationing and Shortages
Role of Propaganda in Occupied France
The Vichy Government: Structure and Policies
The Vichy Government's Relationship with Nazi Germany
Anti-Semitic Policies in Occupied France
The French Resistance: Origins and Formation
Key Figures in the French Resistance
Methods Used by the French Resistance
Sabotage and Espionage Operations
Role of Women in the French Resistance
Challenges Faced by the French Resistance
Allied Support for the French Resistance
The Liberation of France: Key Events
Cultural Life During Occupation: Theatre and Cinema
Censorship in Occupied France
Post-War France: Political Restructuring
Economic Challenges in Post-War France
Social Changes After World War II
The Role of Charles de Gaulle in Rebuilding France
The Purge of Collaborators Post-War
Reparations and Recovery Efforts
Cultural Renaissance in Post-War France
Impact of World War II on French Identity
Examining Post-War Cinema and Literature
The Marshall Plan and its Impact on France
France's Role in the Formation of NATO
Memory and Commemoration of the Occupation
Exam Trap: Misinterpreting Resistance Actions
Exam Trap: Confusing Vichy Policies with Resistance Goals
Worked Example: Analyzing a Resistance Poster
Worked Example: Translating a Post-War Speech
Key Vocabulary: Occupation and Resistance Themes
Key Vocabulary: Post-War Political Terms
Analyzing Authentic Texts from Occupied France
Analyzing Authentic Texts from Post-War France
French Resistance in Film and Literature
Post-War France in Film and Literature
Unit 5
Independent Research Project
What is the Independent Research Project?
Choosing a Topic of Interest
Relating the Topic to French-Speaking Communities
Avoiding Overly Descriptive Topics
Formulating a Key Research Question
Finding Authentic French Sources
Evaluating the Reliability of Sources
Referencing Sources Properly
Using a Variety of Source Types
Taking Effective Research Notes
Structuring Your Research Findings
Analyzing Information Critically
Developing Your Own Viewpoints
Synthesizing Research into Key Points
Writing the Pro-Forma Key Points
Preparing the Pro-Forma Bibliography
Linking Research to Cultural and Social Contexts
Understanding the Assessment Criteria
Planning the Oral Presentation
Effective Use of French Vocabulary in Presentations
Practicing Pronunciation for the Presentation
Structuring the 2-Minute Presentation
Strategies for a Smooth Presentation Delivery
Preparing for Examiner Questions
Responding to Questions Spontaneously
Using Examples to Support Your Answers
Explaining and Justifying Your Opinions
Avoiding Memorized Responses
Using Repair Strategies in Discussion
Managing Time During the Discussion
Handling Unfamiliar Questions or Topics
Incorporating Idiomatic Expressions in Speech
The Role of Cultural Knowledge in Discussions
Asking Questions to the Examiner
Using Circumlocution Effectively
Avoiding Common Grammar Mistakes in Speech
Practicing with Mock Discussions
Reviewing Feedback from Practice Sessions
Finalizing the Pro-Forma for Submission
Understanding the Role of the Visiting Examiner
What to Expect on the Assessment Day
Using the Pro-Forma During the Assessment
Making Notes During Preparation Time
Avoiding Over-Reliance on Notes
Reflecting on the Research Process
Drawing Broader Conclusions from Research
Learning from the Independent Research Project Experience
Unit 6
Listening, Reading, and Translation Skills
Understanding the Listening Exam Format
Understanding the Reading Exam Format
Understanding the Translation Exam Format
Listening for Gist in French
Listening for Specific Details
Listening to Different Registers
Inferring Meaning from Context in Listening
Listening to Extended Passages
Note-Taking Strategies for Listening
Practicing True/False Listening Questions
Practicing Multiple-Choice Listening Questions
Answering Open-Ended Listening Questions
Understanding French Accents and Dialects
Reading for Gist in French Texts
Reading for Specific Information
Understanding Complex Sentence Structures in Reading
Inferring Meaning from Context in Reading
Reading Authentic French Texts
Summarizing Information from Written Texts
Practicing True/False Reading Questions
Practicing Gap-Fill Reading Questions
Answering Open-Ended Reading Questions
Strategies for Reading Literary Texts
Strategies for Reading Non-Fiction Texts
Introduction to French-English Translation
Introduction to English-French Translation
Translating Common Idiomatic Expressions
Recognizing False Friends in Translation
Handling Complex Sentences in Translation
Maintaining Register in Translation
Translating Cultural References
Using Context to Translate Ambiguous Words
Practicing Translation of Past Tense Verbs
Practicing Translation of Future and Conditional Tenses
Translating Reflexive Verbs Accurately
Avoiding Literal Translation Errors
Strategies for Translating Extended Passages
Improving Speed and Accuracy in Translation
Combining Listening and Reading Skills
Summarizing Spoken and Written Sources
Synthesizing Information from Multiple Sources
Using Online Media for Listening Practice
Using Online Media for Reading Practice
Common Exam Traps in Listening Tasks
Common Exam Traps in Reading Tasks
Common Exam Traps in Translation Tasks
Time Management in the Listening Exam
Time Management in the Reading Exam
Time Management in the Translation Exam
Unit 7
Critical and Analytical Response to Literature and Film
Introduction to Prescribed Literary Works and Films
Understanding the Prescribed List of Works
Selecting a Literary Work and Film for Study
Key Themes in French Literature and Film
Understanding Cultural Contexts of Works
Analyzing Plot and Structure in Literature
Analyzing Plot and Structure in Film
Character Analysis in Literature
Character Analysis in Film
Exploring Themes in Literature
Exploring Themes in Film
Analyzing Literary Techniques and Style
Analyzing Cinematic Techniques
Understanding Symbolism in Literature
Understanding Symbolism in Film
The Role of Historical Context in Literature
The Role of Historical Context in Film
Writing a Critical Response to Literature
Writing a Critical Response to Film
Structuring an Essay on Literature
Structuring an Essay on Film
Using Evidence Effectively in Essays
Developing a Thesis Statement for Essays
Comparing and Contrasting Themes Across Works
Avoiding Descriptive Summaries in Essays
Understanding and Using Critical Vocabulary
Analyzing the Author’s Perspective in Literature
Analyzing the Director’s Perspective in Film
Exploring Social and Political Issues in Works
Examining Interpersonal Relationships in Works
The Role of Setting in Literature
The Role of Setting in Film
Analyzing Dialogue in Literature
Analyzing Dialogue in Film
Understanding Genre Conventions in Literature
Understanding Genre Conventions in Film
Developing Analytical Writing Skills
Practicing Timed Essay Writing
Common Pitfalls in Literature Essays
Common Pitfalls in Film Essays
Understanding Marking Criteria for Essays
Engaging with Critical Interpretations of Works
Examining the Impact of Language in Literature
Examining the Impact of Visual Elements in Film
Revising Key Quotes for Literature Essays
Revising Key Scenes for Film Essays
Planning a Comparative Essay on Two Works
Practicing Peer Review of Essay Drafts
Final Checklist for Essay Writing in Exams
Unit 8
Grammar and Linguistic Structures
Gender of Nouns
Singular and Plural Forms of Nouns
Definite, Indefinite, and Partitive Articles
Adjective Agreement Rules
Position of Adjectives in Sentences
Comparative and Superlative Adjectives
Using Adjectives as Nouns
Demonstrative Adjectives
Indefinite Adjectives
Possessive Adjectives
Interrogative and Exclamatory Adjectives
Cardinal Numbers in French
Ordinal Numbers in French
Expressing Time and Dates
Formation of Adverbs
Comparative and Superlative Adverbs
Interrogative Adverbs
Quantifiers and Intensifiers
Subject Pronouns
Direct and Indirect Object Pronouns
Disjunctive and Emphatic Pronouns
Reflexive Pronouns
Relative Pronouns
Demonstrative Pronouns
Indefinite Pronouns
Possessive Pronouns
Interrogative Pronouns
Using 'y' and 'en'
Regular Verb Conjugations (-er, -ir, -re)
Modal Verbs in French
Principal Irregular Verbs
Reflexive Verbs
Agreement of Verb and Subject
Using 'il y a'
Modes of Address (tu vs vous)
Impersonal Verbs
Verbs Followed by Infinitives
Perfect Infinitive Usage
Negative Forms of Verbs
Interrogative Forms of Verbs
Present Tense Usage
Perfect Tense and Past Participle Agreement
Imperfect Tense Usage
Future Tense Formation and Usage
Conditional Tense Formation and Usage
Future Perfect Tense
Conditional Perfect Tense
Pluperfect Tense Usage
Past Historic (Receptive Knowledge)
Present and Past Participles
Verbal Paraphrases (e.g., aller + infinitive)
Subjunctive Mood: Present Tense
Subjunctive Mood: Perfect Tense
Subjunctive Mood: Imperfect Tense (Receptive Knowledge)
Dependent Infinitives (e.g., faire réparer)
Passive Voice in All Tenses
Simple Prepositions
Complex Prepositions
Coordinating Conjunctions
Subordinating Conjunctions
Negation Particles (ne...pas, ne...personne)
Negative Subjects (e.g., Personne n’est venu)
Forming Questions in French
Commands and Imperatives
Word Order in French Sentences
Inversion After Speech
Inversion After Adverbs
Time Expressions with 'depuis' and 'il y a'
Comparative Constructions
Indirect Speech in French
Discourse Markers (e.g., Au contraire)
Fillers in Spoken French (e.g., alors, bon)
Idiomatic Expressions in French
Common Exam Traps in Grammar Questions