3.2 Enhancing general vocabulary

• What does "en outre" mean in English?

  Furthermore
• What does "il pleut des cordes" mean in English?

  It's raining cats and dogs
• Knowing numbers, dates, and times is essential for listening comprehension in French GCSE.


  True
• What does "se lever" mean in English?

  To wake up
• Passive learning strategies involve active engagement with the language.

  False
• Why is general vocabulary essential for reading comprehension in French?

  To understand complex texts
• Match the French skill with its vocabulary area:

  Reading ↔️ Idiomatic expressions

  Writing ↔️ Connectives and descriptive words

  Listening ↔️ Numbers, dates, and times
• What is the French phrase for "to wake up"?

  "se lever"
• Passive strategies rely on repeated exposure, such as listening to French podcasts.

  True
• Quizzes and games are excellent tools for reinforcing French vocabulary in an interactive format.


  True
• "Il pleut des cordes" is an example of an idiomatic expression
• General vocabulary includes phrases related to numbers, dates, and times.


  True
• What type of vocabulary is "nickel" an example of?

  Colloquialism
• The French phrase for "to book a room" is "réserver une chambre
• Match the vocabulary resources with their benefits:

  Dictionaries ↔️ Precise definitions and examples

  Flashcards ↔️ Visual cues and repetition

  Apps ↔️ Interactive exercises and feedback
• Listening skills in French require understanding numbers, dates, and times.


  True
• Informal phrases like "Nickel" are used in formal writing.

  False
• Some common themes and topics in general French vocabulary include daily life, hobbies & interests, and food & dining
• Active vocabulary learning strategies involve creating flashcards and using new words in conversations
• Apps like Duolingo or Memrise are used for practicing French phrases
• Regular review of vocabulary helps reinforce connections in your memory
• Match the theme with its example vocabulary:

  Daily Life ↔️ "se lever" (to wake up)

  Hobbies & Interests ↔️ "jouer au football" (to play football)

  Travel & Tourism ↔️ "prendre l'avion" (to take a plane)

  Food & Dining ↔️ "commander un repas" (to order a meal)

  Emotions & Feelings ↔️ "être heureux" (to be happy)
• Arrange the following phrases in the correct sequence for ordering a meal in French:

  1️⃣ "commander un repas" (to order a meal)

  2️⃣ "déguster un plat" (to savor a dish)

  3️⃣ "payer l'addition" (to pay the bill)
• Why is building general vocabulary important for French GCSE?

  To communicate more effectively
• What is an example of an active learning strategy for French vocabulary?

  Creating flashcards
• A strong general vocabulary allows you to compose detailed and articulate responses
• "Il pleut des cordes" means "It's raining cats and dogs
• Order the steps involved in active vocabulary learning:

  1️⃣ Creating flashcards

  2️⃣ Writing example sentences

  3️⃣ Using new words in conversations
• "Lire un livre" is an example of vocabulary related to hobbies & interests.

  True
• Match the vocabulary learning strategy with its method:

  Active ↔️ Creating flashcards

  Passive ↔️ Watching French films

  Both ↔️ Using example sentences
• Match the method with its benefit for learning vocabulary:

  Quizzes ↔️ Tests comprehension

  Games ↔️ Encourages active participation

  Memorizing Lists ↔️ Builds a foundation
• A strong general vocabulary improves reading comprehension in French GCSE.


  True
• Mastering general vocabulary will greatly enhance your general French language skills
• Building your general vocabulary can help you achieve higher grades
• Common themes and topics in general French vocabulary include daily life, hobbies, travel, food, and emotions
• "Lire un livre" translates to "to read a book" in English.

  True
• Repeatedly seeing "bonjour" in different contexts helps in understanding its usage
• How does general vocabulary improve speaking skills in French?

  Express yourself fluently
• What is the main goal of building general vocabulary in French?

  To communicate more effectively
• Why is building general vocabulary important for French GCSE students?

  To communicate more effectively