Format and question types

39 multiple-choice questions of increasing difficulty, based on various texts: notices, articles, emails, administrative documents. You have 60 minutes, so budget roughly a minute and a half per question.

Reading strategy

  • Read the question first, then scan the text for the answer.
  • Don't get stuck: flag a hard question and come back later.
  • Eliminate wrong options to improve your odds when unsure.
  • Watch for detail traps: options that are true but don't answer the question.

How to read faster

Reading speed comes from vocabulary and practice. The more words you recognise instantly, the less you sub-vocalise. Practise skimming (overall meaning) and scanning (finding specific info) rather than reading linearly.

How to improve

  • Read in French daily: news, articles on varied topics.
  • Build thematic vocabulary (work, health, society, environment).
  • Timed series at the official format to train pace and stamina.
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With TCFCAD: 40 Reading series at the official format, timed, with explained corrections — the best way to build speed and accuracy.