CEFR Mediation Strategies and Activities 4

Question 1

Which CEFR competence is demonstrated when a participant 'encourages shy members to contribute during a group project'?

Accepted Answer

Managing interaction

Answer

Managing interaction includes creating inclusive conditions where all group members can participate, such as drawing out quieter voices.

Question 2

At which CEFR level can a user typically 'act as an intermediary in informal situations, conveying simple information'?

Accepted Answer

A2

Answer

A2 descriptors include informal bridging tasks such as relaying basic information between people with different languages.

Question 3

When a mediator 'restructures the way an idea is presented without changing its meaning', which strategy is used?

Accepted Answer

Reformulation

Answer

Reformulation means recasting an idea in a different structure or wording while preserving the original meaning.

Question 4

In CEFR mediation, 'expanding' a message refers to:

Accepted Answer

Adding context, examples, or background to make meaning clearer

Answer

Expanding involves enriching a message with additional context or examples so the audience can better grasp the intended meaning.

Question 5

Which descriptor characterises C2-level mediation of a written text?

Accepted Answer

Can summarise specialised texts for a non-specialist audience with precision and fluency

Answer

C2-level text mediation includes accurately and fluently summarising highly specialised content for audiences without that expertise.

CEFR - Common European Framework Practice Test