Grade 6 French, Language of Instruction, Exam : How to Prepare

The compulsory examination is composed of two parts: a reading exam and a writing exam.

The reading exam takes place over 2 half-days:

• Day 1: Reading the narrative text and answering questions
• Day 2: Reading the expository text and answering questions

The writing exam takes place over 2 half-days:

• Day 3: Writing – Planning and starting the first draft 
• Day 4: Writing – Editing, correcting, and writing the final draft

The Grade 6 French examination assesses how well students are able to plan, write, revise, and evaluate a French text. The reading component is evaluated using a grid that assigns points based on the following criteria:

• Understanding of the key elements of a text
• Relevant justification of their reactions to a text

The writing component is evaluated using a grid that assigns points based on the following criteria:

• The ability to adapt to the writing situation
• The coherence of the text
• The use of appropriate vocabulary
• The use of proper sentence structure and punctuation
• The use of proper lexical and grammatical spelling

During the compulsory French examination, your child will be allowed to use the following materials:

• A checklist
• A spelling list
• A standard or specialized unilingual French dictionary
• Grammar reference books and guides
• Conjugation tables
• A correction guide
• Posters
• Any other tool that’s typically available in the classroom

To help your child prepare for the exam and ensure they have a good grasp of the various concepts learned in class, you can encourage them to consult the following resources.