Task 1: (Criterion A - Listening)

• identify explicit and implicit information (facts, opinions, messages and supporting details)
• analyse conventions
• analyse connections.

Task 2: Speaking

• use a wide range of vocabulary
• use a wide range of grammatical structures generally accurately
• use clear pronunciation and intonation in comprehensible manner
• communicate all the required information clearly and effectively.

• Use appropriate forms of writing for different purposes and audiences in French
• Use a variety of speaking techniques to communicate with a variety of audiences in French

• Access information to be informed and inform others about French culture
• Make connections between various sources of information about French celebrations

• Vocabulary related to French celebrations and traditions
• Cultural practices associated with major French festivals (e.g., Bastille Day, Mardi Gras, Christmas)
• Comparison of celebrations across French-speaking cultures

• Group discussions on personal experiences with celebrations
• Video clips of French festivals
• Role-play activities simulating French festival preparations
• Writing practice describing French traditions

• Provide French word banks for writing tasks
• Allow use of visual aids in presentations
• Offer choice in assessment format (written, oral, or digital)

• Textbook: [Your French textbook title]
• Online resources: Videos of French festivals
• Authentic materials: French festival decorations, traditional French foods (if possible)
• Websites: [List relevant French educational websites]

• Consider students' prior knowledge of French celebrations
• Prepare culturally sensitive materials about France

• Monitor student engagement with French topics
• Adjust pacing based on student understanding of French language and culture

• Evaluate effectiveness of learning activities in teaching French language and culture
• Gather student feedback on French unit