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DALF C1

Language users at level C1 are independent. They can express themselves fluently and spontaneously. They have a large vocabulary and can choose the appropriate expression to introduce their comments. They can produce clear, well-structured discourse without hesitation and which shows controlled use of structures.

Type of tests: C1	Duration	Mark out of
Listening Comprehension questionnaires dealing with recordings: - a long recording (interview, lesson, conference...) approximately eight minutes long (played twice) - several short radio broadcasts (newsflashes, surveys, adverts etc) (played once). Maximum duration of recordings: 10 mins	Approximately 40 minutes	/ 25
Reading Comprehension questionnaires dealing with a text of ideas (literary or journalistic), 1,500 to 2,000 words long.	0 h 50	/ 25
Writing Two part test: - Summarise several written documents totalling approximately 1,000 words - write an essay with supporting arguments on the contents of the documents Candidate can choose between two fields: humanities and social studies, science	2 h 30	/ 25
Speaking A presentation based on a series of written documents, followed by a discussion with the examiners. Candidates can choose between two fields: humanities and social studies, science	0 h 30 preparation: 1 h	/ 25

Total duration of all tests: 4 h
* Total mark out of 100.
* Overall pass mark: 50/100
* Pass mark per test: 5/25

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DALF C2

C2 users' proficiency in the language is illustrated by precision, appropriateness and fluency of expression. C2 candidates are capable of using the language for academic and advanced-level purposes.

Type of tests: C2	Duration	Mark out of
Listening and Speakings Three part test: - write-up the contents of a recording (played twice) - personal development based on the problem given in the recording - debate with the examiners. Candidates can choose between two fields: humanities and social studies, science	passation: 0 h 30 preparation: 1 h	/ 50
Compréhension et Writings Writing a structured text (article, editorial, report, speech etc) based on several documents totalling approximately 2,000 words. Candidates can choose between two fields: humanities and social studies, science	3 h 30	/ 50

Total duration of all tests: 3 h 30

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DALF C1

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DALF C2

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