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How can I tell when I need to use the subjunctive?

In your written exam, you may need to conjugate verbs correctly but without being told which tense they should be, or whether or not they should be in the subjunctive.

Instead of trying t...

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Answered by Katherine M. French tutor
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How do I know whether a verb takes 'à' or 'de' as a preposition?

Unfortunately, like with many things in French, the prepostition that a verb or phrase takes is something you just have to learn by heart!

Fortunately, b...

KM
Answered by Katherine M. French tutor
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When do I use the subjunctive?

1- What is the subjunctive? 

It is a mood (not a tense!) which expresses uncertain ideas.

2- So when do I use it? 

Set phrases with 'que' 

Negati...

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Answered by Hannah P. French tutor
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Analysez les messages principaux du livre que vous avez étudié. Que pensez vous de ces messages?

This question requires the student to do two things: analyse the messages that the writer is trying to convey to the reader, by discussing all aspects of the novel including the plot, characters and the s...

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Answered by James W. French tutor
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How do I improve my French speaking and listening skills ?

The best and easiest way I have found to improve listening and speaking skills in french is to watch french films and/ or listen to french radio programmes. This can be done whenever you have a spare m...

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Answered by Margaux S. French tutor
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