AQA_2024: AS French - Paper 1
Listening, Reading, and Writing.
(Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme)
Please write clearly in block capitals.
Centre number Candidate number
Surname
Forename(s)
Candidate signat ure
I declare this is my own work.
AS
FRENCH
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing
Friday 17 May 2024 Morning Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
Materials
For this paper you must have: For Examiner’s Use
listening material.
Question Mark
Instructions
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. 1
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page. 2
Answer all questions in Section A and all questions in Section B.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 3
the box around each page or on blank pages. 4
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked. 5
Information 6
The marks for each question are shown in brackets.
7
The maximum mark for this paper is 90.
You must not use a dictionary. 8
You should note that the quality of your written language in both French and
9
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded.
In questions requiring a summary you should write no more than 70 words 10
and you should write in full sentences.
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of TOTAL
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s).
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Listening and Writing 35 marks
Section B Reading and Writing 55 marks.
Advice
You may play back the listening material as many times as you wish.
You are, however, advised to allocate your time as follows:
Listening and Writing 40 minutes approximately
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, Reading and Writing 1 hour 5 minutes approximately.
For AS French Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing, focus on the following key areas:
1. Listening Section:
Focus on Key Information: Practice identifying main ideas, details, and specific information from spoken
French texts. Key areas include conversations, interviews, news reports, and discussions on various
topics.
Listening for Opinion and Tone: Pay attention to the tone, mood, and opinions expressed by speakers.
This can often help you understand the underlying message or stance in the audio.
Common Topics: Familiarize yourself with common themes, such as family, relationships, education,
youth culture, environmental issues, and social problems.
2. Reading Section:
Skimming and Scanning: Practice skimming for general meaning and scanning for specific details. Make
sure you can quickly locate the required information within reading passages.
Understanding Context: Pay attention to context, such as cultural references, idiomatic expressions, and
the overall tone of the passage.
Text Types: Be familiar with a variety of texts such as articles, blogs, advertisements, emails, and
extracts from books.
Vocabulary and Grammar: Focus on understanding a range of vocabulary and grammatical structures,
including tenses, gender agreements, and adjective placement.
3. Writing Section:
Structured Responses: Practice writing essays or short answers in French. Focus on clear structure,
such as an introduction, development, and conclusion.
Expressing Opinions: Be prepared to express and justify your opinions on topics like technology, family,
traditions, and current social issues.
Use of Complex Structures: Incorporate a variety of tenses (present, past, future) and grammatical
structures (conditional, subjunctive, etc.) to show linguistic proficiency.
Cultural Knowledge: Demonstrate awareness of French culture and society in your writing. This might
include references to French history, politics, or contemporary issues.
4. Exam Strategy:
Practice Listening and Reading Comprehension: Regularly practice past papers and online resources
to improve your speed and accuracy in both listening and reading.
Time Management: Practice answering questions within the time limits. For writing, plan your response
before writing to ensure you stay focused and organized.
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, 2
Do not write
outside the
Section A box
Listening and Writing
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
Length of passage: One minute and 04 seconds
Tracks: 02–13
0 1 Les nouvelles technologies en Belgique
Ecoutez ces interviews sur les dangers des nouvelles technologies pour les enfants
belges.
A Les enfants peuvent devenir accros aux nouvelles technologies.
B Les enfants risquent de ne pas interagir avec les autres.
C On peut tomber sur des gens mal intentionnés.
D Les parents doivent donner un exemple à leurs enfants.
E Le milieu scolaire pourrait s’ajouter aux efforts des parents.
F Il faut empêcher les enfants de passer trop de temps à l’écran.
G Les enfants sont facilement influencés par les fausses informations.
H Les nouvelles technologies peuvent nuire à la santé des enfants.
Ecrivez dans les cases les lettres des deux phrases vraies qui correspondent à
chaque personne.
0 1 . 1 Nadia
[2 marks]
0 1 . 2 Félix
[2 marks]
0 1 . 3 Asma 6
[2 marks]
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, 3
Do not write
outside the
Length of passage: One minute and 11 seconds box
Tracks: 14–26
0 2 Une chanteuse algérienne
Ecoutez cette rencontre avec Raja Meziane, chanteuse algérienne.
Quelle est l’attitude de Raja envers les aspects mentionnés ?
Pour une attitude positive, notez P.
Pour une attitude négative, notez N.
Pour une attitude positive et négative, notez P+N.
Ecrivez les bonnes lettres dans les cases.
0 2 . 1 La sortie de sa nouvelle chanson
[1 mark]
0 2 . 2 Son nouveau clip
[1 mark]
0 2 . 3 Les réseaux sociaux
[1 mark]
0 2 . 4 Les tournées
[1 mark]
0 2 . 5 L’Algérie
[1 mark] 5
Turn over for the next question
Turn over ►
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Listening, Reading, and Writing.
(Merged Question Paper and Marking Scheme)
Please write clearly in block capitals.
Centre number Candidate number
Surname
Forename(s)
Candidate signat ure
I declare this is my own work.
AS
FRENCH
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing
Friday 17 May 2024 Morning Time allowed: 1 hour 45 minutes
Materials
For this paper you must have: For Examiner’s Use
listening material.
Question Mark
Instructions
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. 1
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page. 2
Answer all questions in Section A and all questions in Section B.
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 3
the box around each page or on blank pages. 4
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked. 5
Information 6
The marks for each question are shown in brackets.
7
The maximum mark for this paper is 90.
You must not use a dictionary. 8
You should note that the quality of your written language in both French and
9
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded.
In questions requiring a summary you should write no more than 70 words 10
and you should write in full sentences.
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of TOTAL
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s).
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Listening and Writing 35 marks
Section B Reading and Writing 55 marks.
Advice
You may play back the listening material as many times as you wish.
You are, however, advised to allocate your time as follows:
Listening and Writing 40 minutes approximately
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, Reading and Writing 1 hour 5 minutes approximately.
For AS French Paper 1: Listening, Reading and Writing, focus on the following key areas:
1. Listening Section:
Focus on Key Information: Practice identifying main ideas, details, and specific information from spoken
French texts. Key areas include conversations, interviews, news reports, and discussions on various
topics.
Listening for Opinion and Tone: Pay attention to the tone, mood, and opinions expressed by speakers.
This can often help you understand the underlying message or stance in the audio.
Common Topics: Familiarize yourself with common themes, such as family, relationships, education,
youth culture, environmental issues, and social problems.
2. Reading Section:
Skimming and Scanning: Practice skimming for general meaning and scanning for specific details. Make
sure you can quickly locate the required information within reading passages.
Understanding Context: Pay attention to context, such as cultural references, idiomatic expressions, and
the overall tone of the passage.
Text Types: Be familiar with a variety of texts such as articles, blogs, advertisements, emails, and
extracts from books.
Vocabulary and Grammar: Focus on understanding a range of vocabulary and grammatical structures,
including tenses, gender agreements, and adjective placement.
3. Writing Section:
Structured Responses: Practice writing essays or short answers in French. Focus on clear structure,
such as an introduction, development, and conclusion.
Expressing Opinions: Be prepared to express and justify your opinions on topics like technology, family,
traditions, and current social issues.
Use of Complex Structures: Incorporate a variety of tenses (present, past, future) and grammatical
structures (conditional, subjunctive, etc.) to show linguistic proficiency.
Cultural Knowledge: Demonstrate awareness of French culture and society in your writing. This might
include references to French history, politics, or contemporary issues.
4. Exam Strategy:
Practice Listening and Reading Comprehension: Regularly practice past papers and online resources
to improve your speed and accuracy in both listening and reading.
Time Management: Practice answering questions within the time limits. For writing, plan your response
before writing to ensure you stay focused and organized.
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, 2
Do not write
outside the
Section A box
Listening and Writing
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
Length of passage: One minute and 04 seconds
Tracks: 02–13
0 1 Les nouvelles technologies en Belgique
Ecoutez ces interviews sur les dangers des nouvelles technologies pour les enfants
belges.
A Les enfants peuvent devenir accros aux nouvelles technologies.
B Les enfants risquent de ne pas interagir avec les autres.
C On peut tomber sur des gens mal intentionnés.
D Les parents doivent donner un exemple à leurs enfants.
E Le milieu scolaire pourrait s’ajouter aux efforts des parents.
F Il faut empêcher les enfants de passer trop de temps à l’écran.
G Les enfants sont facilement influencés par les fausses informations.
H Les nouvelles technologies peuvent nuire à la santé des enfants.
Ecrivez dans les cases les lettres des deux phrases vraies qui correspondent à
chaque personne.
0 1 . 1 Nadia
[2 marks]
0 1 . 2 Félix
[2 marks]
0 1 . 3 Asma 6
[2 marks]
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, 3
Do not write
outside the
Length of passage: One minute and 11 seconds box
Tracks: 14–26
0 2 Une chanteuse algérienne
Ecoutez cette rencontre avec Raja Meziane, chanteuse algérienne.
Quelle est l’attitude de Raja envers les aspects mentionnés ?
Pour une attitude positive, notez P.
Pour une attitude négative, notez N.
Pour une attitude positive et négative, notez P+N.
Ecrivez les bonnes lettres dans les cases.
0 2 . 1 La sortie de sa nouvelle chanson
[1 mark]
0 2 . 2 Son nouveau clip
[1 mark]
0 2 . 3 Les réseaux sociaux
[1 mark]
0 2 . 4 Les tournées
[1 mark]
0 2 . 5 L’Algérie
[1 mark] 5
Turn over for the next question
Turn over ►
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