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Paper 2: Writing Practice

Practice all three writing tasks - Short Writing, Long Writing, and Grammar Manipulation

Paper 2 Writing Overview
Foundation Tier: 1 hour | Higher Tier: 1 hour 15 minutes

40

Total Marks

3

Questions

25%

of GCSE

60-75

mins suggested

16 marks
Short Writing Task
Write 60-75 words using 4 prescribed words
60-75 words required
4 prescribed words to include
8-10 minutes recommended

What you'll learn:

  • - How to include prescribed words naturally
  • - Structure template for success
  • - Model answers with breakdowns
16 marks
Long Writing Task
Write 130-150 words addressing 4 bullet points
130-150 words required
Choose from 3 questions
20-25 minutes recommended

What you'll learn:

  • - How to choose the right question
  • - Grade 4-5, 6-7, and 8-9 examples
  • - Sophisticated connectives
8 marks
Grammar Manipulation
Complete sentences with correct verb/adjective forms
5-6 sentences to complete
1 mark per correct form
10-15 minutes recommended

What you'll learn:

  • - Verb tense identification
  • - Adjective agreement rules
  • - DR MRS P VANDERTRAMP verbs
Writing Exam Success Tips

For All Tasks:

  • Count words carefully - staying within limits matters
  • Show tense variety for Grade 8/9 (past, present, future)
  • Use connectives to link ideas smoothly
  • Simple language used WELL beats fancy language with errors

Time Management:

  • Short Writing: 8-10 minutes
  • Long Writing: 20-25 minutes
  • Grammar Task: 10-15 minutes
  • Leave 5 minutes to check your work!
How Writing is Marked

Content & Communication

Is your message clear? Did you include everything required?

  • - All prescribed words used (short)
  • - All bullet points addressed (long)
  • - Relevant to the topic
  • - Appropriate length

Language & Accuracy

How well do you use French? Is it mostly correct?

  • - Variety of vocabulary
  • - Range of structures (tenses!)
  • - Grammar mostly accurate
  • - Some errors acceptable if meaning clear