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Short Writing Task

60-75 words with 4 prescribed words - 16 marks

60-75

Word target

4

Prescribed words

8-10

Minutes suggested

16

Marks available

What is Short Writing?

The short writing task tests your ability to communicate a clear message in French using specific vocabulary. You must write 60-75 words and include 4 prescribed words given in the question.

Content (14 marks)

  • - Clear message understood
  • - All 4 prescribed words used
  • - Proper length (60-75 words)
  • - Relevant to the prompt

Accuracy (2 marks)

  • - Grammar mostly correct
  • - Spelling reasonable
  • - Some errors acceptable
  • - Meaning must be clear
Understanding Prescribed Words

Prescribed words are specific French words you MUST include in your writing. They test if you can use vocabulary naturally in context.

Example prescribed words:

vendredicinémaamusantcopains

Natural usage example:

"Ce vendredi, je vais au cinéma avec mes copains. Les films sont très amusant!"

Structure Template
1

Opening sentence

Introduce the topic (1 sentence, ~10 words)

2-4

Body sentences

Develop ideas, include prescribed words (3-4 sentences, ~45 words)

5

Closing sentence

Conclusion or future thought (1 sentence, ~10 words)