Advanced French Level Test

lesquels follows the preposition parmi (parmi lesquels = among which).

Tip:

• Is there an idea of de (de la ville)? → dont
• Is it a direct object? → que
• Is there another preposition (avec, sur, dans, pour, parmi, etc.)? → lequel / laquelle / lesquels / lesquelles.

The restoration of Notre-Dame lasted several years and involved many specialised craftspeople, so chantier de longue haleine is the most appropriate expression.

tête brûlée = a reckless or daredevil person.

coup de soleil = sunburn.

Mettre la main à la pâte means to get involved in the work / task.

In the world of volunteering, everyone is encouraged to mettre la main à la pâte when a project needs extra help.

Couper les ponts = to cut ties with someone.

Jeter l’éponge = to give up.

Here, nutritional advice changes regularly, but one thing is certain: everyone must learn to listen to what suits them personally.

par conséquent = therefore

il faut encore que = it is still necessary that

The speaker presents both the advantages and the risks of artificial intelligence (L’intelligence artificielle suscite autant d’espoirs que d’inquiétudes. Si elle permet d’optimiser de nombreux processus, elle risque également de supprimer certains emplois. Néanmoins, les experts s’accordent à dire qu’elle créera de nouveaux métiers.)

While some jobs may disappear, new professions are expected to emerge.

The speaker therefore adopts a balanced viewpoint rather than an alarmist or overly optimistic one.

alarmiste = focusing mainly on dangers and negative consequences.

totalement optimiste = focusing only on positive outcomes.

The author acknowledges that some people doubt the impact of mindful eating. However, the phrase « un simple changement de rythme suffit à modifier leur relation à la nourriture » suggests that even small changes can have a positive effect.

It transforms everyone’s health dramatically = the text does not claim such a strong or universal effect.

It is mostly ineffective and rarely brings benefits = this contradicts the evidence presented in the text.

The text acknowledges that mindful eating can be difficult at first (« bien qu’il soit difficile d’adopter cette habitude au début »). However, patients report positive changes after a few weeks.

This suggests that the habit becomes easier as people become more aware of their eating behaviours.

It requires strict daily discipline from day one = the text says it is difficult initially, but does not mention strict discipline.

It only works for people with a lot of free time = the text makes no reference to time availability.

The text suggests that fast eating is not simply a personal choice. It has become an automatic habit (« un réflexe lié au stress quotidien ») influenced by daily stress.

This implies that eating habits can reflect the way stress affects everyday behaviour.

People avoid healthy food deliberately = the text does not mention deliberate avoidance of healthy food.

Fast eating is mainly caused by poor cooking skills = cooking skills are not mentioned in the text.

The speakers explain that they are attracted to extreme sports because they want to push their limits. They also say that facing fear helps them understand themselves better:

« Pour eux, affronter la peur est considéré comme une manière de mieux se connaître. »

This suggests that personal growth and self-discovery are important motivations.

• Proving they are stronger than others = the speakers never mention competition with other people.
• Avoiding all forms of emotional stress. It’s the opposite. They deliberately confront fear rather than avoid it.

The speakers explain that staying focused is essential in extreme sports:

« Rester concentré est indispensable. Un instant d’inattention pourrait provoquer une erreur sérieuse. »

This highlights the importance of maintaining concentration, even under pressure.

• Learning long routines by heart = the audio does not mention memorisation.
• Ignoring physical signals = the opposite is implied; athletes must stay alert and aware

The speaker explains that many athletes find extreme sports helpful for managing stress:

« Plusieurs athlètes affirment qu’ils se seraient sentis dépassés sans un sport qui les aide à évacuer la pression. »

However, the audio ends by highlighting an ongoing debate:

« Mais un débat demeure : ces pratiques changent-elles vraiment la vie des gens ? »

This is the question that remains open.

• Whether extreme sports should replace team sports = team sports are never mentioned.
• Whether extreme sports eliminate all stress = the audio says they help people cope with stress, not eliminate it completely.