The **TEF (Test d’\u00c9valuation de Fran\u00e7ais) A1** level assesses basic proficiency in the French language, equivalent to the **CEFR A1** level (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages). At this stage, the learner should be able to understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
### TEF A1 Syllabus Overview:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here\u2019s a breakdown of the areas that are typically covered in the TEF A1 exam:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#### 1. **Listening Comprehension (Compr\u00e9hension Orale)**<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Objective**: Understanding basic spoken language (simple sentences, instructions, and questions in familiar contexts).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Topics**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Personal introductions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic interactions (asking for directions, shopping)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Time, dates, numbers, and prices<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Simple phrases related to family, work, shopping, and immediate surroundings<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic questions in public places (e.g., train station, caf\u00e9)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Duration**: 15-20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#### 2. **Reading Comprehension (Compr\u00e9hension \u00c9crite)**<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Objective**: Understanding simple written texts (short messages, instructions, or everyday signs).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Topics**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Simple advertisements or announcements<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Short personal messages or letters<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic brochures or timetables<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Recognizing common forms of notices (e.g., “closed”, “open”, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic understanding of forms (personal details)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Duration**: 30-40 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#### 3. **Speaking (Expression Orale)**<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Objective**: Engaging in simple spoken exchanges with a focus on pronunciation and fluency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Topics**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Introducing oneself (name, age, nationality, profession)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Talking about daily routines (work, leisure)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Describing people or places<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Asking and answering basic questions (about family, food, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Ordering food, shopping interactions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Duration**: 5-10 minutes (includes an interview, role-play, or simple questions)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#### 4. **Writing (Expression \u00c9crite)**<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Objective**: Producing simple written texts like short messages and basic descriptions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Topics**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Writing a short note, postcard, or message (e.g., inviting someone, congratulating, etc.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Filling out forms (with personal information)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Describing daily activities, family, or routine<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Writing short descriptive paragraphs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Duration**: 15-20 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n
#### 5. **Grammar and Vocabulary (Lexique et Grammaire)**<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Objective**: Mastering basic grammar and building a core vocabulary.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Key Grammar Points**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Present tense of regular and some irregular verbs<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Articles (definite, indefinite, partitive)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Pronouns (subject pronouns, possessive pronouns)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Simple question forms (Est-ce que, inversion)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Common prepositions (e.g., \u00e0, de, en)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Adjectives (position and agreement)<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Numbers, dates, and time expressions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Key Vocabulary**:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic greetings and polite expressions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Numbers, days of the week, months, seasons<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Food and drink<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Family and relationships<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Clothing, colors, and weather<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Basic work and job-related terms<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– Daily routine and time expressions<\/p>\n\n\n\n
### Study Tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Practice listening**: Watch simple French videos or listen to podcasts designed for beginners.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Vocabulary building**: Use flashcards or language apps to memorize new words and phrases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Speaking practice**: Find a language exchange partner or join a beginner’s conversation group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
– **Grammar exercises**: Work on conjugating verbs and forming simple sentences using present tense.<\/p>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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