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Je voudrais postuler : extended speaking, role-play
I can ask and answer questions in a role-play scenario applying for a part time job, using a range of language and the formal register.
Lesson 9 of 9
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- Year 10
- AQA
Je voudrais postuler : extended speaking, role-play
I can ask and answer questions in a role-play scenario applying for a part time job, using a range of language and the formal register.
Lesson details
Vocabulary and transcripts for this lessons
Key learning points
- The imperative is used in a wide range of scenarios such as recipe instructions, job adverts and giving commands.
- Using the imperative in conversation enables the speaker to give instructions and advice.
- In a role-play scenario it is important to consider who you are talking to, and whether to use the 'tu' or 'vous' form.
- Planning a speaking task answer carefully, pre-rehearsal, and immediate repetition of the task improve performance.
Keywords
Imperative - a mood used to tell somebody to do something or give instructions or commands
Common misconception
The 'vous' form of address is only used for plural situations.
In formal situations, it is essential to address somebody as 'vous' in order to be polite and to show respect. Careful consideration of the context of a conversation is very important.
Teachers may wish to use the role-play task slides (B1 and B2) as a model to create a further role-play task in the context of applying for a job.
Teacher tip
Equipment
Mini whiteboards and pens are useful if available.
Licence
This content is © Oak National Academy Limited (2026), licensed on Open Government Licence version 3.0 except where otherwise stated. See Oak's terms & conditions (Collection 2).
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Match the verb to the English translations
Match the verb to the English translations
Q2.Match the vocabulary.
Match the vocabulary.
Q3.Choose who would be addressed formally.
Choose who would be addressed formally.
mon mari
mon demi-frère
mon cousin
Q4.What is the 'tu' imperative form of the verb 'finir'?
What is the 'tu' imperative form of the verb 'finir'?
Q5.Select the correct translation: 'Parlons avec mon frère aîné !'
Select the correct translation: 'Parlons avec mon frère aîné !'
Speak with my older brother!
We are speaking with my older brother!
Q6.Where do the negative elements go in an imperative sentence?
Where do the negative elements go in an imperative sentence?
In front of the verb.
Behind the verb.
At the end of the sentence.
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.Complete the sentence: The imperative is found in a wide range of contexts e.g. , job adverts and giving commands.
Complete the sentence: The imperative is found in a wide range of contexts e.g. , job adverts and giving commands.
Q2.Complete the sentence: Using the imperative allows the speaker to give instructions and .
Complete the sentence: Using the imperative allows the speaker to give instructions and .
Q3.Translate: Don't do the cooking yourselves!
Translate: Don't do the cooking yourselves!
Q4.Select the scenarios in which the formal 'vous' form of the verb is appropriate.
Select the scenarios in which the formal 'vous' form of the verb is appropriate.
Avec un ami.
Avec une soeur.
Q5.Select useful steps to improve speaking performance.
Select useful steps to improve speaking performance.
Only complete a task once.
Speak spontaneously without making a plan.
Q6.Match the French and English pronouns together.
Match the French and English pronouns together.
