🏫 What Are Evaluators Really Looking For?

👉 Clarity is king:
Evaluators must perfectly understand your ideas, opinions, and arguments. Grammar mistakes are tolerated only if they do not interfere with understanding.

👉 Fluency matters:
Some hesitation is natural — but if you hesitate too much, it disrupts clarity. Smooth delivery is key.

👉 Complex language:
At C level, you must handle complex grammar (like conditional and subjunctive tenses) naturally within your speech.

👉 Precise vocabulary:
Use accurate, nuanced vocabulary — “organization” and “organation” are not the same (yes, pronunciation counts too!).

🧹 What Makes a C-Level Response?

Topics: Non-familiar or abstract, often related to work but deeper (how/why/what).
Structure: Well-organized answers using logical connectors (cause, consequence, goal, manner, concession…).
Opinion & Elaboration: You must give your opinion and develop it with detailed explanations — not just list facts.

🚦 Dangerous Mistakes to Avoid

❌ Incorrect use of personal pronouns (il/le/la/leur/les)
❌ Too many grammar mistakes that break clarity (verbs, agreements, time sequence)
❌ No logical connectors → You risk getting a B because your answer will sound like simple description/enumeration.

🛠️ How to Structure a C-Level Answer

When you hear a question like:
“Pensez-vous que…?” or “À votre avis, jusqu’à quel point…?”
Follow this structure:

State your opinion clearly
- I believe / According to me / It is certain that…
Use an organizer
- First of all / To begin with / Initially…
Explain with cause/consequence
- Because / So that / In such a way that / By doing so…
Rephrase the idea
- In other words / That is to say / To put it differently…
Add a second argument
- Secondly / Moreover / In addition…
Bring nuance
- However / Nevertheless / On the other hand…
Conclude
- In conclusion / To summarize / It is essential to highlight…

🎤 Real Example

Question: Do you think coffee breaks help networking at work?

Answer Structure:

Opinion: “In my opinion, coffee breaks are essential for networking.”
First Argument: “First of all, they create natural opportunities to meet colleagues.”
Explanation: “Because during work, we are busy on different projects.”
Rephrase: “In other words, breaks are key moments to build a professional network.”
Second Argument: “Moreover, informal exchanges encourage the sharing of expertise.”
Nuance: “However, other tools like social media are also important nowadays.”
Conclusion: “In conclusion, coffee breaks and modern tools together foster strong professional relationships.”

🧮 Final Squeeze

Building a C-level answer is like making a layered fruit salad — it’s about structure, flavor, and balance!
And remember: it’s okay to take a second to think before speaking — better to build a strong, organized answer than rush through a messy one.
With mock interviews, practice, and the right feedback, you’ll be squeezing success out of that exam in no time. 🍊