AP French Language and Culture
Advanced Placement French Language and Culture building French language proficiency.
Study Strategies
Using Context Clues
Unlocking Meaning Without a Dictionary\n\nWhen you encounter unfamiliar words in French, look for hints in the sentence or surrounding text. Pay attention to similar words, pictures, or the topic being discussed. Guess the meaning and check if it fits the context. This skill is especially helpful for reading and listening tasks on the AP exam.
Examples
Figuring out that “la boulangerie” is a bakery because it appears next to words like pain and croissant.
Guessing the meaning of “embouteillage” by noticing the conversation is about traffic.