AQA_2024: A-level German - 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.
A-level
GERMAN
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing
Monday 3 June 2024 Morning Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
Materials
For this paper you must have: For Examiner’s Use
listening material
insert for Section B Question 7 (enclosed). Question Mark
Instructions
You must not use a dictionary. 1
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. 2
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page.
Answer all questions in Section A and all questions in Section B. 3
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 4
the box around each page or on blank pages.
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of 5
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s). 6
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked. 7
Information 8
The marks for each question are shown in brackets. 9
The maximum mark for this paper is 100.
You should note that the quality of your written language in both German and 10
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded. 11
In questions requiring a summary you should write no more than 90 words and
you should write in full sentences. TOTAL
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Listening and Writing 30 marks
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Section B Reading and Writing 70 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 45 minutes approximately
Reading and Writing 1 hour 45 minutes approximately.
,For A-level German Paper 1: Listening, Reading, and Writing, focus
on the following key areas:
1. Listening:
Comprehension: Practice listening to various sources in 7662/1
German, such as news broadcasts, interviews, and dialogues.
Focus on understanding the main ideas, details, opinions, and
specific information.
Key Vocabulary: Build a strong vocabulary related to common
themes like culture, politics, society, and environment.
Active Listening: Before the listening exam, familiarize yourself
with the question types and instructions. Listen for specific details
and context, and be ready to answer both multiple-choice and
open-ended questions.
Practice with Audio: Listen to authentic German sources like
podcasts, news websites, or YouTube channels to develop a
natural understanding of spoken German.
2. Reading:
Variety of Texts: Be prepared to read a range of texts, including
articles, advertisements, and literary excerpts. Practice skimming
for the main ideas and scanning for specific details.
Understanding Themes and Context: Focus on identifying
themes, tone, and arguments in the text. Be able to analyze and
comment on the writer’s use of language.
Contextual Clues: Use the surrounding text to infer the meaning
of unfamiliar words. Don’t get stuck on unknown vocabulary,
focus on the general understanding of the text.
Question Strategies: Read the questions before the text so you
know what to focus on while reading. Ensure that your answers
are well-supported by specific details from the text.
3. Writing:
Structured Essays: You will be required to write an essay.
Focus on organizing your response with a clear introduction,
main body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Each argument or point
should be supported with examples and explanations.
Grammar: Use a range of grammatical structures such as
subordinate clauses, modal verbs, and various tenses (present,
past, future, subjunctive). Make sure to avoid common errors in
word order and agreement.
Vocabulary: Aim to include a variety of vocabulary,
demonstrating your ability to discuss topics with nuance. Use
linking words to help structure your arguments (e.g., "jedoch,"
"außerdem," "deshalb").
Answer the Question: Always ensure your essay directly
answers the question, staying on topic and developing a clear
argument.
the environment.
Pronunciation and Fluency for Speaking: Although this paper
is not focused on speaking, practicing your spoken German will
help you internalize vocabulary and grammar, which will assist in
your writing.
, 2
Do not write
outside the
Section A Listening and Writing box
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
Length of passage: 1 minute and 53 seconds
Tracks: 02–14
0 1 Dada-Kunst
Sie hören einen Bericht über Dada-Kunst. Lesen Sie die Teilsätze unten und wählen
Sie jeweils die Ergänzung, die am besten zu dem Inhalt des Textes passt. Schreiben
Sie die Buchstaben ins Kästchen.
0 1 . 1 Die Dada-Bewegung hatte ihren Ursprung in...
A Berlin.
B Wien.
C Zürich.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 2 Das Dadaistische Manifest erschien im Jahr...
A 1916.
B 1918.
C 1920.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 3 Dada-Kunst enthält stilistische Elemente des…
A Impressionismus.
B Naturalismus.
C Surrealismus.
[1 mark]
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, 3
Do not write
outside the
0 1 . 4 Mit der Stadt Dresden verbindet man den Dada-Künstler… box
A Otto Dix.
B Max Ernst.
C Kurt Schwitters.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 5 Dada-Kunst…
A provozierte die bürgerliche Gesellschaft.
B respektierte traditionelle Normen.
C zerstörte alle gültigen Werte. 5
[1 mark]
Turn over for the next question
Turn over ►
IB/G/Jun24/7662/1
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.
A-level
GERMAN
Paper 1 Listening, Reading and Writing
Monday 3 June 2024 Morning Time allowed: 2 hours 30 minutes
Materials
For this paper you must have: For Examiner’s Use
listening material
insert for Section B Question 7 (enclosed). Question Mark
Instructions
You must not use a dictionary. 1
Use black ink or black ball-point pen. 2
Fill in the boxes at the top of this page.
Answer all questions in Section A and all questions in Section B. 3
You must answer the questions in the spaces provided. Do not write outside 4
the box around each page or on blank pages.
If you need extra space for your answer(s), use the lined pages at the end of 5
this book. Write the question number against your answer(s). 6
Do all rough work in this book. Cross through any work you do not want to be
marked. 7
Information 8
The marks for each question are shown in brackets. 9
The maximum mark for this paper is 100.
You should note that the quality of your written language in both German and 10
English will be taken into account when marks are awarded. 11
In questions requiring a summary you should write no more than 90 words and
you should write in full sentences. TOTAL
This paper is divided into two sections:
Section A Listening and Writing 30 marks
IB/G/Jun24/G4005/E11
Section B Reading and Writing 70 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 45 minutes approximately
Reading and Writing 1 hour 45 minutes approximately.
,For A-level German Paper 1: Listening, Reading, and Writing, focus
on the following key areas:
1. Listening:
Comprehension: Practice listening to various sources in 7662/1
German, such as news broadcasts, interviews, and dialogues.
Focus on understanding the main ideas, details, opinions, and
specific information.
Key Vocabulary: Build a strong vocabulary related to common
themes like culture, politics, society, and environment.
Active Listening: Before the listening exam, familiarize yourself
with the question types and instructions. Listen for specific details
and context, and be ready to answer both multiple-choice and
open-ended questions.
Practice with Audio: Listen to authentic German sources like
podcasts, news websites, or YouTube channels to develop a
natural understanding of spoken German.
2. Reading:
Variety of Texts: Be prepared to read a range of texts, including
articles, advertisements, and literary excerpts. Practice skimming
for the main ideas and scanning for specific details.
Understanding Themes and Context: Focus on identifying
themes, tone, and arguments in the text. Be able to analyze and
comment on the writer’s use of language.
Contextual Clues: Use the surrounding text to infer the meaning
of unfamiliar words. Don’t get stuck on unknown vocabulary,
focus on the general understanding of the text.
Question Strategies: Read the questions before the text so you
know what to focus on while reading. Ensure that your answers
are well-supported by specific details from the text.
3. Writing:
Structured Essays: You will be required to write an essay.
Focus on organizing your response with a clear introduction,
main body paragraphs, and a conclusion. Each argument or point
should be supported with examples and explanations.
Grammar: Use a range of grammatical structures such as
subordinate clauses, modal verbs, and various tenses (present,
past, future, subjunctive). Make sure to avoid common errors in
word order and agreement.
Vocabulary: Aim to include a variety of vocabulary,
demonstrating your ability to discuss topics with nuance. Use
linking words to help structure your arguments (e.g., "jedoch,"
"außerdem," "deshalb").
Answer the Question: Always ensure your essay directly
answers the question, staying on topic and developing a clear
argument.
the environment.
Pronunciation and Fluency for Speaking: Although this paper
is not focused on speaking, practicing your spoken German will
help you internalize vocabulary and grammar, which will assist in
your writing.
, 2
Do not write
outside the
Section A Listening and Writing box
Answer all questions in the spaces provided.
Length of passage: 1 minute and 53 seconds
Tracks: 02–14
0 1 Dada-Kunst
Sie hören einen Bericht über Dada-Kunst. Lesen Sie die Teilsätze unten und wählen
Sie jeweils die Ergänzung, die am besten zu dem Inhalt des Textes passt. Schreiben
Sie die Buchstaben ins Kästchen.
0 1 . 1 Die Dada-Bewegung hatte ihren Ursprung in...
A Berlin.
B Wien.
C Zürich.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 2 Das Dadaistische Manifest erschien im Jahr...
A 1916.
B 1918.
C 1920.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 3 Dada-Kunst enthält stilistische Elemente des…
A Impressionismus.
B Naturalismus.
C Surrealismus.
[1 mark]
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, 3
Do not write
outside the
0 1 . 4 Mit der Stadt Dresden verbindet man den Dada-Künstler… box
A Otto Dix.
B Max Ernst.
C Kurt Schwitters.
[1 mark]
0 1 . 5 Dada-Kunst…
A provozierte die bürgerliche Gesellschaft.
B respektierte traditionelle Normen.
C zerstörte alle gültigen Werte. 5
[1 mark]
Turn over for the next question
Turn over ►
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