DELF A1 — France Éducation International (français A1) — Free Online Mock Test
Niveau découverte (A1) : français de base. Remplir des formulaires, échanges personnels simples, environnement, loisirs. · Official language: French (Français).
Foundation
France
Language Proficiency
49 questions
135 min
50 distinct variants
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DELF A1 section breakdown
The DELF A1 mock test on Wrexa Edge replicates the real exam's section structure — same names, same question count per section, same time limits. Inter-section breaks are enforced.
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Compréhension orale
20 questions · 30 minutes · ~90 sec/question
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Compréhension écrite
25 questions · 45 minutes · ~108 sec/question
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Production écrite
2 questions · 45 minutes · ~1350 sec/question
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Production orale
2 questions · 15 minutes · ~450 sec/question
DELF A1 scoring & marking scheme
Strategy: DELF A1 has no negative marking. Attempt every question — blank answers cost you potential marks but cannot pull your score down.
Scale: DELF A1 (pass 50/100).
How DELF A1 is conducted
Mode
Standard — practice without proctoring on Wrexa Edge, or enable optional webcam proctoring to simulate test-day conditions.
Test format
Linear / fixed-form — every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
Backtracking
Allowed — you can revisit and change answers within a section.
Mark for review
Available — flag tough questions and return to them before submitting the section.
DELF A1 time strategy
With 49 questions in 135 minutes, you have about 165 seconds per question on average. Successful candidates aim for the following pacing on each section:
Compréhension orale
Target ~90 sec/question. If a question takes more than 135 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Compréhension écrite
Target ~108 sec/question. If a question takes more than 162 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Production écrite
Target ~1350 sec/question. If a question takes more than 2025 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Production orale
Target ~450 sec/question. If a question takes more than 675 seconds, mark for review and move on.
Wrexa Edge's analytics show your actual time-per-question after every mock so you can spot which sections you're losing time on.
DELF A1 topics covered
Across the 50 Wrexa Edge variants of DELF A1, the following topics appear most often (sample distribution from one variant):
Compréhension orale
- Orale — Avis · 4
- Orale — Conversation · 3
- Orale — Expressions · 2
- Orale — Annonces · 1
- Orale — Achats · 1
- Orale — Instructions · 1
- Orale — Informations · 1
- Orale — Hôtel · 1
Compréhension écrite
- Lecture — Compréhension · 8
- Lecture — Horaires · 3
- Lecture — Instructions · 3
- Lecture — Courriels · 2
- Lecture — Avis · 2
- Lecture — Emploi · 2
- Lecture — Panneaux · 2
- Lecture — Commerce · 1
Production écrite
- Écrite — Description · 1
- Écrite — Courriel informel · 1
Production orale
- Orale — Description · 1
- Orale — Opinion · 1
Sample DELF A1 questions
A preview of real practice questions from the Wrexa Edge DELF A1 bank — the same style, phrasing and difficulty you'll face on test day. Full solutions unlock free inside the mock.
Compréhension orale · Orale — Expressions
Q1. Que veut la personne ?
Why: Réponse correcte : D — Que tu l’aides. Thème : Orale — Expressions.
Compréhension écrite · Lecture — Courriels
Q2. Lis un courriel : « Je t’écris pour confirmer notre rendez-vous de lundi à cinq heures. » Quelle est l’intention du message ?
Why: Réponse correcte : D — Confirmer un rendez-vous. Thème : Lecture — Courriels.
Production écrite · Écrite — Description
Q3. Tâche 1. Écris une carte postale (60-80 mots) à un ami pour décrire la ville que tu visites : comment elle est, ce qu’on peut y faire et ce que tu recommandes.
Why: Il n’y a pas de réponse unique : on évalue une production écrite en français, dans le thème et de la longueur demandée. À l’examen réel, un examinateur la corrige selon le CECRL.
Production orale · Orale — Description
Q4. Tâche 2. Décris une photo ou un lieu que tu connais bien : comment c’est, ce qu’il y a et pourquoi tu l’aimes. Parle 2 minutes.
Why: Tâche de production orale : enregistre ta réponse. À l’examen réel, un examinateur l’évalue selon le CECRL.
Compréhension orale · Orale — Annonces
Q5. Que signifie l’annonce ?
Why: Réponse correcte : A — L’embarquement va se terminer. Thème : Orale — Annonces.
Compréhension écrite · Lecture — Commerce
Q6. Lis : « Retours acceptés sous 30 jours avec le ticket de caisse. » Que faut-il pour rendre un produit ?
Why: Réponse correcte : A — Le ticket de caisse et moins de 30 jours. Thème : Lecture — Commerce.
These are a handful of the 2450 unique DELF A1 questions across all 50 Wrexa Edge variants — start a free mock to attempt the full set with instant scoring.
DELF A1 difficulty calibration
Foundation tier. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers.
Niveau découverte (A1) : français de base. Remplir des formulaires, échanges personnels simples, environnement, loisirs. · Official language: French (Français).
Verified content — Wrexa Edge's DELF A1 bank has been deeply curated with real exam-aligned content (estimated 100% syllabus coverage).
How Wrexa Edge prepares you for DELF A1
Real test-day interface
Our language skin mirrors the actual DELF A1 testing software — same timer, palette, tools, and navigation.
50 distinct variants
2450 unique practice questions, each variant a fresh test — not just shuffled options.
Detailed analytics
Scaled score, section accuracy, topic-wise heatmap, time-per-question — see where to focus after every attempt.
Spaced repetition (Notebook)
Wrong answers and flagged questions flow into an SM-2 spaced-repetition deck so you actually retain what you learn.
Optional proctoring
Browser-based face-api detection (no install) — turn it on to simulate a high-stakes environment.
Free to start
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DELF A1 study plan
A phase-by-phase roadmap from your first concept to test-ready. Stretch or compress each phase to fit the time you have before your attempt.
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Phase 1 — Learn the syllabus
Weeks 1–4
- Work through every section — Compréhension orale, Compréhension écrite, Production écrite, Production orale — from your core study material
- Make short notes and a formula/fact sheet you can revise quickly
- Attempt topic questions right after finishing each area
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Phase 2 — Practice & sectionals
Weeks 5–8
- Solve previous-year and practice questions section by section
- Time yourself on Compréhension orale and your weakest areas
- Keep an error log and revisit every mistake weekly
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Phase 3 — Full-length mocks
Weeks 9–12
- Take full-length DELF A1 mocks in the real test interface
- Analyse accuracy, time per question and silly mistakes after each mock
- Revise from notes and re-attempt only weak-topic questions
Where DELF A1 can take you
A strong DELF A1 result opens up these careers and higher-study paths:
Study abroad
A qualifying score meets the language requirement for universities across the UK, US, Canada, Australia and Europe.
Immigration & PR
Accepted for skilled-migration and permanent-residency points systems in major destination countries.
Global career opportunities
Demonstrated proficiency strengthens applications for jobs at multinational and international employers.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the DELF A1 exam pattern?
- DELF A1 — France Éducation International (français A1) contains 49 questions across 4 sections: Compréhension orale, Compréhension écrite, Production écrite, Production orale. Total duration is 135 minutes (about 165 seconds per question).
- Does DELF A1 have negative marking?
- No — DELF A1 has no negative marking. Each correct answer is worth 1 mark, so attempt every question.
- How is DELF A1 scored?
- Scaled score range: 0 to 100. DELF A1 (pass 50/100).
- How can I practise DELF A1 online for free?
- Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free full-length DELF A1 mock tests — with instant scoring, detailed explanations and analytics — plus 40 more with Pro. Start practising in under a minute, no card required.
- What is the difficulty level of DELF A1?
- DELF A1 is rated Foundation difficulty on Wrexa Edge. Foundation-level: covers core concepts taught up to high school. Suitable for first-time test takers. Niveau découverte (A1) : français de base. Remplir des formulaires, échanges personnels simples, environnement, loisirs. · Official language: French (Français).
- How long is the DELF A1 exam?
- DELF A1 runs for 135 minutes total across 4 sections. On Wrexa Edge the timer is enforced exactly as on the real exam — including mandatory inter-section breaks.
- What topics are covered in DELF A1?
- DELF A1 is split into: Compréhension orale, Compréhension écrite, Production écrite, Production orale. Each section is timed and weighted separately. Niveau découverte (A1) : français de base. Remplir des formulaires, échanges personnels simples, environnement, loisirs. · Official language: French (Français).
- What tools or aids are allowed during DELF A1?
- No special tools are required.
- Is the DELF A1 test adaptive?
- No — DELF A1 is a fixed-form (linear) test. Every candidate sees the same number of questions per section.
- How many DELF A1 mock tests does Wrexa Edge offer?
- Wrexa Edge generates 50 distinct DELF A1 variants — each with different question content, not just shuffled options — the first 10 free for everyone and 40 more with Pro. That's 2450 unique practice questions in the real test-day interface.
- Is there a free DELF A1 test series 2026?
- Yes. The Wrexa Edge DELF A1 test series for 2026 gives you 10 free full-length mock tests (50 in total) plus subject-wise and topic-wise tests — instant scoring and detailed analysis, no card required.
- Are DELF A1 previous year question–style papers included?
- Every DELF A1 mock is modelled on the official exam pattern and the style of previous years' papers — the same 49-question structure, sections and marking — so your practice mirrors the real paper you'll sit.
- Which is the best free DELF A1 mock test online?
- Wrexa Edge's DELF A1 mock test replicates the real exam interface, timing and marking scheme, with instant score, section-wise analysis and 50 fresh variants — a strong free choice for 2026 preparation.
- Can I take the DELF A1 mock test on mobile?
- Yes. DELF A1 mock tests run in any browser on mobile, tablet or desktop — no app or download needed. Start on your phone and your progress and analytics sync when you sign in.
- What is the DELF A1 syllabus?
- The DELF A1 syllabus maps to its 4 sections: Compréhension orale, Compréhension écrite, Production écrite, Production orale. Wrexa Edge's mock tests cover the complete syllabus topic by topic — see the topics-covered breakdown above — so you practise every area at real exam difficulty.
- What is the eligibility for DELF A1?
- Eligibility for DELF A1 — age, qualification and number of attempts — is set by the official conducting body and can change each cycle, so always confirm the current official notification before applying. Wrexa Edge focuses on realistic DELF A1 practice: 10 free full-length mocks in the exact exam pattern, ready whenever you are.
- When is the DELF A1 exam and how should I prepare?
- Official DELF A1 exam dates are announced by the conducting body for each cycle — check the latest notification for the current schedule. To be ready, follow a phased study plan and take full-length timed mocks; Wrexa Edge gives you 10 free DELF A1 mocks with instant scoring so you can track your readiness week by week.
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