TEF Expression Écrite
In this post we offer you TEF Expression Écrite exercises, so you can prepare for the written part of the test.
Written expression List
1. Time management for TEF written expression : Gestion du temps pour l’expression écrite du TEF
1. TEF Expression Écrite Section A
- TEF Expression Écrite Section A – test 1
- TEF Expression Écrite Section A – test 2
- TEF Expression Écrite Section A – test 3
2. TEF Expression Écrite Section B
- TEF Expression Écrite Section B – test 1
- TEF Expression Écrite Section B – test 2
- TEF Expression Écrite Section B – test 3
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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:
- 2 sections
- 1 hour
- Goal: assess your ability to express yourself in written French.
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Practice other sections of the written expression part here: (expression écrite)
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Comparative Table of Writing Skills: A2, B1, and B2 Levels
| Criteria | A2 | B1 | B2 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Text structure | Short, simple sentences, often juxtaposed | Longer sentences with some linking of ideas | Well-organized text with paragraphs and varied connectors |
| Vocabulary | Simple, everyday vocabulary | Broader vocabulary related to themes | More precise, sometimes formal or technical vocabulary |
| Tenses used | Present tense, passé composé | Present, passé composé, imparfait, some subjunctive or conditional | Mastery of several tenses (subjunctive, conditional, plus-que-parfait) |
| Sentence complexity | Mostly simple sentences | Introduction of complex sentences (subordinate clauses) | Frequent use of complex sentences with correct subordinate clauses |
| Coherence and logic | Basic sequencing, sometimes repetitive | Better coherence with simple connectors (but, because, so) | Strong coherence with varied connectors (however, while, furthermore) |
| Grammar mistakes | Frequent but do not prevent understanding | Fewer mistakes but still noticeable (agreements, prepositions) | Rare mistakes, fluent and natural writing |
| Tone | Often neutral or very direct | Some effort to organize and rephrase ideas | Tone adapted to the context (formal, informal, or more nuanced) |
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