Conversations In this part of the Speaking

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Conversations
In this part of the Speaking Performance Test, I will describe a situation and then ask you some related
questions. In your answers, use only the vocabulary and structures you have learned. Also use your
imagination.
1. CONVERSATION A
I work in a travel agency. You come in to buy a plane ticket to Paris. Please answer my questions.
- Vous désirez, Monsieur (Mademoiselle)?
- Un aller simple ou un aller et retour?
- En première classe ou en classe touriste?
- Quel jour désirez-vous partir?
2. CONVERSATION B
I am your French pen pal, but we have never met. You are phoning to tell me that you will arrive in Paris next
Sunday. I plan to come pick you up at Roissy airport, but I need some more information.
- Tu voyageras seul(e) (alone) ou en groupe?
- À quelle heure arriveras-tu à Paris?
- Combien de valises auras-tu?
- Quels vêtements porteras-tu?
3. CONVERSATION C
I am your Canadian pen pal. You are phoning to tell me that you are going to visit Canada this summer. Tell
me more about your plans.
- Quel jour est-ce que tu arriveras au Canada?
- Combien de temps est-ce que tu resteras ici?
- Quelle(s) ville(s) est-ce que tu visiteras?
- Comment est-ce que tu voyageras quand tu seras au Canada?
4. CONVERSATION D
You and I each bought a Student Eurailpass which allows us to travel throughout Europe by train. We are
now planning our summer trip. I have some questions.
- Quel jour est-ce qu'on partira?
- Quel est le premier pays qu'on visitera?
- Où ira-t-on ensuite?
- Dans quels autres pays ira-t-on?
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5. CONVERSATION E
You and I both love nature. We have decided to go camping next weekend, and we are now planning our
trip. Let's decide what we will do.
- À quelle heure est-ce qu'on partira samedi matin?
- Où est-ce qu'on ira?
- Qu'est-ce qu'on fera quand on sera là-bas?
- À quelle heure est-ce qu'on rentrera dimanche?
6. CONVERSATION E
You and I like to dream about the future. Tell me what you would do if a rich aunt left you $100,000 in her
will.
- Quelle est la première chose que tu achèterais?
- Quelle voiture aurais-tu?
- Qu'est-ce que tu ferais pour aider ta famille?
- Qu'est-ce que tu ferais pour aider tes copains?
Tu as la parole
In this part of the Speaking Performance Test, you will have the opportunity to make four comments about a
familiar topic. Use only the vocabulary and structures you have learned. Also use your imagination.
7. TU AS LA PAROLE (A)
This weekend you are going on a camping trip with the French Club. Name four (4) items that you will take.
For instance . . .
- a tent
- a sleeping bag
- a backpack
- a flashlight
- a pan
- a blanket
- a (portable) stove
- a frying pan
8. TU AS LA PAROLE (B)
This summer you have the possibility to visit four (4) of the following countries. Which ones will you visit?
- Mexico
- Spain
- England
- Ireland
- Germany
- Switzerland
- Belgium
- Russia
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9. TU AS LA PAROLE (C)
This spring vacation you and your friend Philippe have been invited to spend two weeks with your uncle
who lives in Montreal. Let Philippe know what he should do before the trip. Tell him . . .
- to buy his plane ticket
- to take his passport
- to pack his suitcase
- to bring his map of Montreal
10. TU AS LA PAROLE (D)
You are traveling in France by train. Right now you are at the ticket counter at the Gare de l'Est in Paris on
your way to Strasbourg. You are talking to the ticket agent.
- Say that you want a ticket for Strasbourg.
- Say that you want a one-way ticket.
- Say that you are traveling second class.
- Ask at what time the next train is leaving.
11. TU AS LA PAROLE (E)
Your family has decided to go camping near the ocean this summer. You phone your friend Isabelle to tell
her the good news. Use the form nous. Tell her . . .
- that you will go to the ocean
- that you will be camping
- that you will rent a camping trailer
- what day you will come back
12. TU AS LA PAROLE (F)
Your French friend Amélie has informed you that she is going to visit the United States this summer. You
want to know more about her plans. Ask her . . .
- when she will arrive in the United States
- how long she will stay
- if she will travel by car or by plane
- if she will come to your city
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Conversations
In this part of the Speaking Performance Test, I will describe a situation and then ask you some related
questions. In your answers, use only the vocabulary and structures you have learned. Also use your
imagination.
13. CONVERSATION A
The holiday season is coming soon and it is time to think about gifts. Tell me what items of clothing or
accessories you are going to buy for the following people.
- Qu'est-ce que tu vas acheter à ton frère?
- Qu'est-ce que tu vas acheter à ta tante?
- Qu'est-ce que tu vas acheter à ton meilleur copain?
- Qu'est-ce que tu vas acheter à ta meilleure copine?
14. CONVERSATION B
I own a small boutique in the Quartier Latin. You have come to buy a scarf (un foulard). Please answer
my questions.
- Vous désirez, Monsieur (Mademoiselle)?
- En soie ou en coton?
- Quelles sont vos couleurs favorites?
- Préférez-vous un dessin à fleurs ou à pois?
15. CONVERSATION C
I am a salesperson in a shoe store. You have come in to buy boots and I am waiting on you. Please answer
my questions.
- Vous désirez, Monsieur (Mademoiselle)?
- En cuir ou en caoutchouc?
- Quelle est votre peinture?
- Est-ce que celles-ci vous vont?
16. CONVERSATION D
I have not met your family, but I hope that one day I will. Can you tell me a little bit about the members of
your family?
- Qui est la personne la plus jeune?
- Qui est la personne la plus âgée?
- Qui est la plus gentille?
- Qui est la moins généreuse?
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17. CONVERSATION E
Think of a boy you know - maybe a friend, a neighbor, a classmate - and compare yourself to him.
- Est-ce que tu es plus jeune ou plus âgé(e) que lui?
- Tu es plus grand(e) ou plus petit(e) que lui?
- Tu es plus sportif (sportive) ou moins sportif (sportive) que lui?
- Tu es meilleur(e) ou moins bon(ne) en français que lui?
18. CONVERSATION F
I am going to register at your school next semester and I am beginning to plan my courses. Can you give
me some information?
- Quel est le cours le plus intéressant?
- Quel est le cours le moins difficile?
- Qui est le prof le plus gentil?
- Qui est le meilleur prof?
Tu as la parole
In this part of the Speaking Performance Test, you will have the opportunity to make four comments about a
familiar topic. Use only the vocabulary and structures you have learned. Also use your imagination.
19. TU AS LA PAROLE (A)
You are going to spend the weekend at the beach. Look at the list and mention four (4) things that you will
take with you.
- sunglasses
- a swimming suit
- a sweater
- a jogging suit
- sandals
- tennis shoes
- a cap
- a hat
20. TU AS LA PAROLE (B)
You just spent the summer in France and are on your way back to the United States. Right now you are in
the duty-free shop in Roissy airport. Name four (4) of the following items that you might buy as gifts for
your family and friends.
- a scarf
- gloves
- a silver ring
- earrings
- a leather belt
- a linen handbag
- a velvet shirt
- a silk tie
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21. TU AS LA PAROLE (C)
The weather forecaster has predicted lots of rain. Your little cousin Valérie is planning to go out. Tell her . .
.
- to put her boots on
- to take her raincoat
- to put on a hat
- not to forget her umbrella
22. TU AS LA PAROLE (D)
You are at La Sweaterie trying on all kinds of sweaters. You have found one that you particularly like but
you are not sure whether you will buy it. Tell the salesperson that . . .
- the sweater fits you
- you like it (= it pleases you)
- it is a little bit expensive
- you will think it over
23. TU AS LA PAROLE (E)
You are in a shoe store that offers a wide variety of good shoes. A salesperson comes to greet you.
- Tell the salesperson that you are looking for a certain kind of shoe. [Say which type: sandals, boots,
running shoes, regular shoes.]
- Tell the salesperson your size.
- Tell him/her that you would like to try on the ones over there.
- Ask the salesperson whether they are on sale.
24. TU AS LA PAROLE (F)
You have found a job in a boutique that has many foreign customers. You are helping a Frenchman who is
looking for a blazer. (Of course, you address him politely as vous.) Ask him . . .
- what his size is
- if he prefers wool or cotton
- if he wants to try this blazer on
- if he prefers that one over there
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Standards Summary
ACTFL 1.1
Interpersonal Communication. Students engage in conversations or
correspondence in French to provide and obtain information, express
feelings and emotions, and exchange opinions.
ACTFL 1.3
Presentational Communication. Students present information,
concepts, and ideas in French to an audience of listeners or readers.
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