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How do I use the perfect tense in French?

The perfect tense in French has two parts. The first is the auxillary or first verb, which you will probably be familiar with, which takes the form of avoir (to have) or être (to be). You change this first v...
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Answered by Maisie B. French tutor
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How do I differentiate between the articles le/la/les/un/une/des and when to use them?

These articles are used before a noun, the same way you would typically use the word "the" or "a" in English. Their use will depend on 2 characteristics of the noun they are used with: 1)...
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How do I approach the translation sections?

First of all, highlight all of the verbs and adjectives in the text. Correct conjugation of verbs and agreement of adjectives is extremely important in translation and marks can often be lost due to silly mi...
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Answered by Megan R. French tutor
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How would I introduce and explain the idea of sustainable living in French?

This is a topic that is becoming increasingly popular in both written and speaking French examinations. The basis for the structure of the answer can often be reapplied to a variety of topics including certa...
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Answered by Mirabelle O. French tutor
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Quelle est la différence entre l'imparfait et le prétérit/passé simple?

L'imparfait exprime en général une action inachevée dans le passé. C'est le temps de la narration et de la description. Il définit également un contexte. -- Par exemple, dans "Anna aimait manger des gla...
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Answered by Fosca M. French tutor
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