TCF Canada Reading Practice — Level A2
4 TCF Canada Reading questions at level A2. Choose an answer to see whether you were right, why, and what makes each of the other options wrong.
- What you get at this level
- Short messages, adverts, simple emails
- What is tested
- Finding specific, concrete information
In the real test, A2 questions are worth 9 points each out of 699.
Quel est le thème du reportage présenté dans cet article ?
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
Option C is the correct answer because the transcript describes a family's relocation from Morocco to Canada. The text states that "La famille Mizaoui quitte Casablanca pour Montréal" (The Mizaoui family is leaving Casablanca for Montreal) and that "Une nouvelle vie les attend" (A new life awaits them). By following the family "avant leur départ" (before their departure) and then "à Montréal" (in Montreal), the report focuses on the process of moving to live "à l'étranger" (abroad).
- A
The story of a Moroccan woman meeting a Canadian.
Incorrect. The report follows the Mizaoui family, not a single Moroccan woman meeting a Canadian.
- B
The daily life of a family living in Morocco.
Incorrect. The family leaves Casablanca for Montreal. The focus is their relocation abroad, not daily life in Morocco.
- C
The story of a family moving to live abroad.
Correct. The Mizaoui family leaves Casablanca for Montreal. The report follows them before departure and in Montreal, documenting their relocation abroad.
- D
The memories of a family after a long trip.
Incorrect. The move represents a permanent relocation (new life), not a long trip. The report documents the process, not just memories afterward.
The Mizaoui family leaves Casablanca for Montreal. A new life awaits them. To share their experience with you, Radio Canada International followed this family first in Morocco before their departure, then in Montreal.
What is the theme of the report presented in this article?
Qu’est-ce qui est organisé ?
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The announcement is for a 'repas de quartier' (neighborhood meal), which corresponds to a party between neighbors.
Rendez-vous samedi pour un repas de quartier devant notre immeuble.
Meet on Saturday for a neighborhood meal in front of our building.
The text invites residents to a 'repas de quartier' (neighborhood meal) in front of their 'immeuble' (building). It asks guests to bring food and chairs. This describes a social gathering involving the people living in the vicinity, which matches the definition of a 'fête entre voisins' (party among neighbors).
- A
A cooking workshop.
There is no mention of learning how to cook ('atelier'), only bringing food.
- B
A move (moving house).
A 'déménagement' is moving house/apartment, which is not the topic here.
- C
A party among neighbors.
The text describes a 'repas de quartier' (neighborhood meal), which is a festive gathering among neighbors.
- D
An apartment visit.
The event takes place outside ('devant notre immeuble') and is not about viewing a specific apartment.
See you Saturday for a neighborhood meal in front of our building. Bring your chairs (tables will be provided on-site). Bring something to drink and a savory or sweet dish. Mireille and Pierre (3rd floor on the left) are organizing the event and can answer your questions.
What is being organized?
- repas de quartier
- neighborhood meal
- immeuble
- building
- apportez
- bring
- salé
- savory
- sucré
- sweet
Qu’est-ce qu’on apprend sur ce cinéma ?
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The cinema is described as 'historical' and a 'monument' existing since 1971, which means it is an old building.
Un cinéma historique en centre-ville, c’est exceptionnel !
A historic cinema in the city center, that's exceptional!
The text explicitly describes the cinema as 'historique' (historical) and refers to it as a 'monument' that has been open since 1971. These terms correspond to the description of an 'old building' (bâtiment ancien). Option B is contradicted by 'centre-ville'. Options C and D mention specific details (meeting actors, black and white films) that are not present in the text.
- A
It is an old building.
The text uses the words 'historique' and 'monument' and notes it opened in 1971, indicating it is an older, established building.
- B
It is located in the suburbs.
The text states it is in the 'centre-ville' (city center), not the 'banlieue' (suburbs).
- C
One can meet actors there.
The text mentions 'quality events' but does not explicitly say one can meet actors.
- D
Its films are in black and white.
The text mentions 'international films', not black and white films.
A historic cinema in the city center, it's exceptional! The family that owns this landmark has not changed since its opening in 1971. In its seven theaters, you will find international films and quality events every week.
What do we learn about this cinema?
- historique
- historic
- centre-ville
- city center
- monument
- monument / landmark
- propriétaire
- owner
- salles
- halls / theaters
Qu’est-ce que cette association voudrait faire ?
Choose an answer to see the explanation.
The association asks for donations specifically to give bicycles ('offrir une bicyclette') to children who live far from school.
Faites un don à notre association pour leur offrir une bicyclette !
Make a donation to our association to offer them a bicycle!
1. The text describes a problem: middle school is very far for many children ('le collège est très loin'). 2. It proposes a solution: using a bicycle ('Avec une bicyclette'). 3. It explicitly asks for donations to provide these bicycles: 'offrir une bicyclette' (offer a bicycle). 4. Option B says 'Donner un vélo' (Give a bike). 'Vélo' is a common synonym for 'bicyclette', and 'offrir' (to offer/give) matches the association's goal.
- A
Help families in difficulty.
This is too vague. While providing transport helps families, the specific stated goal is providing bicycles, not general aid.
- B
Give a bike to students.
The text explicitly states the goal is to 'offer a bicycle' ('offrir une bicyclette'). 'Vélo' is a synonym for 'bicyclette'.
- C
Open new middle schools.
The text mentions that the school is far ('loin'), but does not suggest building new ones.
- D
Repair old bicycles.
The text talks about offering bicycles ('offrir'), not repairing ('réparer') old ones.
ASSOCIATION On the way to school For 92 euros, help children go to school! For many of them, the middle school is very far away: they wake up very early and come home late. With a bicycle, they could get there more easily. Make a donation to our association to give them a bicycle!
What would this association like to do?
- collège
- middle school
- loin
- far
- bicyclette
- bicycle
- don
- donation
- offrir
- to offer/give