116-014 French II: Language I

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Prerequisites

116-007 French I: Cultural Perspectives and 116-008 French I: Language in Context II or equivalent.

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Subject Description

This subject builds upon the linguistic abilities developed in first-year (post-VCE) French. It aims at consolidating and expanding the four major language skills (listening, speaking, reading, writing) by intensive practical training. This is achieved through a variety of activities, in particular: group discussions, formal study of grammar, discourse forms and vocabulary, creative and factual writing, reading, listening to and watching authentic recorded documents. The materials used will broaden students' knowledge of French and Francophone high and popular cultures.

Assessment

Oral and written work equivalent to 2000 words, and a 20-minute listening comprehension test, and a 60-minute final written test.

Prescribed Texts

• J Girardet et al, Le Nouveau Sans Frontières 3. Paris: Clé International 1989.
• R Hawkins & R Tower, French Grammar and Usage. Arnold 1996.
• Livret de l'étudiant. prepared by the Department.