Build question families
Group possible questions into themes such as availability, price, location, conditions and alternatives. This gives you a map without forcing a fixed script.
- Availability: Quand est-ce que… ? Est-ce encore disponible ?
- Conditions: Est-ce qu’il faut… ? Qu’est-ce qui est compris ?
- Alternatives: Et si… ? Est-ce qu’il y aurait une autre possibilité ?
- Clarification: Quand vous dites…, vous voulez dire que… ?
Use the answer you receive
If the interlocutor says the morning session is full, the best next question may concern the afternoon rather than an unrelated prepared topic. A short reaction such as d’accord or je comprends makes the exchange natural, but it should lead to a useful next question.
Close the information gap
Near the end, summarize the key detail and confirm the next action. This demonstrates comprehension and gives the conversation a purposeful ending.
Open, closed and follow-up questions
Closed questions confirm a fact: Est-ce que le matériel est fourni ? Open questions invite information: Quelles activités sont proposées ? Follow-up questions respond to an answer: Vous avez parlé d’un tarif réduit; à quelles conditions peut-on en bénéficier ? A natural TCF speaking Task 2 performance uses all three.
A simple map for the interaction
Move from essentials to conditions and then to a decision. Begin with availability and purpose, continue with price, location or requirements, and finish by confirming the next step. If the interlocutor gives unexpected information, follow it briefly before returning to your map.
- Essential: Is the service suitable and available?
- Practical: When, where and how much?
- Conditions: What is included or required?
- Decision: How can I register, reserve or follow up?
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