Section A: Higher (AQA GCSE French): Revision Note

Section A: Higher writing

There is one question in Section A of the Higher paper.

Translation into French

• This question is worth 10 marks

• You will need to translate five sentences into French

• You will translate around 50 words in total

• Avoid word-for-word translations - aim to transfer meaning

• Ensure that every detail is included in the translation, particularly small words like 'very' or 'not' which are easily missed

• Remember the key differences in English and French grammar, e.g. adjective agreements

• Be aware that some words may be false friends

• Check your translations carefully when you have finished