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

    Answer: Managing interaction

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

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

    Answer: A2

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

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

    Answer: Reformulation

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

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

    Answer: Adding context, examples, or background to make meaning clearer

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

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

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

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

  6. A tour guide adjusts a historical explanation for a group of children versus a group of academics. This illustrates which CEFR mediation strategy?

    Answer: Tailoring language and content to the audience's needs

    Tailoring language and content to audience needs is a core mediation strategy, adjusting register and complexity to match listeners' backgrounds.

  7. Which CEFR scale addresses a mediator's ability to 'help prevent misunderstandings and intervene to restore communication when it breaks down'?

    Answer: Facilitating collaborative interaction

    Facilitating collaborative interaction includes repair strategies such as intervening to clarify or restore communication when breakdowns occur.