TEF Compréhension Orale

In this post we offer you TEF Compréhension Orale exercises, that can help you to prepare for the listening part of the test. In this part of the test, you are going to listen to audio documents and answer questions. Here is a video with the summary of this part of the TEF exam:

List of the 4 sections to practice Oral Comprehension :

1. TEF Compréhension Orale – Section A
2. TEF Compréhension Orale – Section B
3. TEF Compréhension Orale – Section C
4. TEF Compréhension Orale – Section D

 

Summary of this Test:

Here is a summary about this part of the TEF test and also links with exercises you can use to prepare to obtain good points:

• Goal: Assess your ability to understand spoken French listening audio recordings.
• 2 sections: A,B,C and D  (60 questions in total)
• Time: 40 minutes (you can manage your time at your discretion)
• Points: Maximum score 360. Minimum points needed to get CLB 7: 249-279 (B2)

Section A

• Goal: Section A  assess your ability to understand dialogues in French. (8 questions) 
• Time: You can manage your time at your discretion. (We recommend to use 6 to 8 min.)

Section B

• Goal: Section B  assess your ability to understand short messages in French (26 questions)
  
• Time: You can manage your time at your discretion. (We recommend to use 20 to 22 min.)

Section C

• Goal: Section C  assess your ability to understand interviews in French (16 questions)
  
• Time: You can manage your time at your discretion. (We recommend to use 12 to 15 min.)

Section D

• Goal: Section D  assess your ability to recognize sounds in French (10 questions)
  
• Time: You can manage your time at your discretion. (We recommend to use 8 to 10 min.)

Oral Comprehension exercises for each section here:

 

Practice Oral Comprehension  here : (Compréhension orale)

Why don’t I succeed Oral Comprehension B2 in the TEF exam?

Struggling with oral comprehension at the B2 level in the TEF exam can be due to several factors:

1. Complexity of Audio Material: B2 listening tasks often include more complex and varied accents, faster speech, and advanced vocabulary. If you’re not used to this level of complexity, it might be challenging.

2. Understanding Context: At B2, you need to understand not just the literal meaning but also nuances, implied meanings, and context. If you’re having trouble grasping these subtleties, it could impact your comprehension.

3. Test Format Familiarity: If you’re not familiar with the specific format of the TEF listening section, you might struggle with how questions are asked or what is expected in answers. Practicing with past papers or sample questions can help.

4. Practice and Exposure: Regular exposure to spoken French through various media (e.g., podcasts, news, movies) helps improve listening skills. If you’re not practicing enough or diversifying your sources, it might affect your performance.

5. Note-Taking Skills: Effective note-taking during listening exercises can be crucial. If you’re not sure what to jot down or how to organize your notes, you might miss important details.

6. Anxiety and Stress: Exam stress can affect your ability to concentrate and comprehend spoken French. Practicing relaxation techniques and familiarizing yourself with the exam environment can help.

7. Lack of Practice with Specific Accents or Dialects: The TEF might include different French accents or dialects. If you’re not exposed to these, it might be harder to understand.

Would you like tips on improving your listening skills, practice strategies, or how to manage exam stress?

Check out the following video for for tips and insight:

 

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How long does it take you to prepare and to pass and reach CLB5?

The time it takes to reach CLB 5 (Canadian Language Benchmark) depends on your starting point, the number of hours you plan to study each week. Here are some scenarios for achieving CLB 5:

Scenario A:
If you are starting from scratch and plan to study 10-12 hours per week, it will take approximately 8 to 10 months to reach CLB 5.

Scenario B:
If you are also starting from scratch but can study 15-20 hours per week, it will take less time—around 5 to 7 months.

Scenario C:
If you already have some knowledge of French (e.g., DELF A1 level or NCLC level 3), and you study 15-20 hours per week, you will need about 3 to 5 months to achieve CLB 5.

For CLB 7 (B2 Level)  you will need to add 3 to 5 months to each scenario.

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