GCSE Polish AQA

Identity and culture

Understanding Different Identities

• Focus on understanding how different identities are presented in spoken Polish including place of birth, nationality, and age.
• Try to catch the adjectives in order to understand characteristics of an individual. These could describe the person's appearance, character traits and so on.
• Listen to spoken Polish concerning relationships with family, friends, and acquaintances and observe words and expressions that indicate a relationship status.
• Be aware of any language specific expressions or idiom used to describe individuals as these can help to provide more details in context.

Polish Culture and Traditions

• Learn about the different holidays and special occasions in Polish culture, recognise the names of these events, and understand what is be discussed during such events.
• Identify vocabulary related to typical foods and drinks in Polish culture, helping you comprehend discussions around meal times and culinary traditions.
• Develop a solid understanding of Polish customs and traditions, observing any specific terminology or phrases used to describe them.

Leisure Activities

• Prepare for listening comprehension around Polish leisure activities, a common topic on the test. This could include sports, hobbies, music, cinema, and other forms of entertainment.
• Understand the verbs related to different activities (like 'to play', 'to run', 'to swim', 'to cook') and their conjugations, as these will be frequently used in these contexts.

Travel and Tourism

• Get a firm understanding of vocabulary related to travel and tourism which includes places, transportation, and holiday activities.
• Be prepared to comprehend dialogues or announcements in places such as airports, train stations, hotels, and tourist attractions.

Health and Wellbeing

• Familiarise yourself with the vocabulary associated with health and wellbeing like body parts, illnesses, healthy lifestyle habits and medical treatments.
• Pay close attention to recommendations and advice given in this context as they often feature in examinations.

Home and Local Area

• Practice understanding dialogues and descriptions associated with the local area. This can involve places in town, house descriptions, and neighbourhood happenings.

Remember, the key to performing well in the listening part of the exam is consistent practice and exposure to the language. Make sure to take advantage of resources like Polish movies, music, and radio to improve your listening comprehension skills.