How to Revise Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest — AQA GCSE French

Analysis of Theme 2 requires a sophisticated understanding of the intersection between individual agency and systemic global challenges within the Francophone context. Candidates must evaluate the socio-economic impact of homelessness (la pauvreté) and the efficacy of charitable organisations (les associations caritatives), alongside the environmental imperatives of sustainable development (le développement durable). The study encompasses the geographical diversity of France and the wider Francophonie, examining how local actions contribute to international solutions regarding climate change and social justice.

Examiner Tips for Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest

• Use the five minutes of reading time in the Listening exam to anticipate content.
• In the Speaking test, use repair strategies (e.g., asking for clarification) if you do not understand a question.
• Ensure you give and explain an opinion when prompted on the Photo card.
• Use a variety of time frames (past, present, future) to access higher marks in writing and speaking.
• Practice using communication strategies like paraphrasing or describing physical properties if you forget a specific word.
• Ensure you address all compulsory bullet points in writing tasks to maximize content marks.

Common Mistakes in Theme 2: Local, national, international and global areas of interest

• Over-reliance on pre-learnt responses in speaking tests.
• Failure to use repair strategies when communication breaks down.
• Ignoring the requirement to give and explain an opinion on the Photo card.
• Topic avoidance in speaking tasks, which limits the ability to gain full credit.
• Inaccurate use of grammatical structures (e.g., tenses, gender, agreement) when narrating events.
• Failure to address all bullet points in writing tasks.

Key Marking Points

• Ability to understand and provide information and opinions about the specified topics.
• Ability to relate topics to own experiences and those of others, including French-speaking communities.
• Application of grammar and vocabulary appropriate to the tier of entry.
• Ability to identify key points, details, and opinions in spoken and written texts.
• Ability to express and justify individual thoughts and points of view in writing and speech.
• Use of communication strategies to sustain interaction and cope with unknown language.