DELF B2 Production Ecrite Structure Guide

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The 5-Part Structure That Works

Use this structure for most DELF B2 writing prompts.

Part	Target length	Purpose
Opening formula	1 line	Match the recipient and register
Introduction	35-45 words	State the issue and your position
Argument 1	55-65 words	Give a concrete reason and example
Argument 2 + nuance	70-85 words	Add a second reason and address an objection
Conclusion	30-40 words	Summarize and request action

This creates a text that is easy for the examiner to follow. B2 writing does not reward surprise. It rewards control.

Time	Action
0-5 min	Read the prompt, identify genre, recipient, and position
5-10 min	Build a 4-line plan
10-45 min	Write the answer
45-55 min	Correct grammar, connectors, and agreement
55-60 min	Check word count, opening/closing, and task fit

The final correction pass matters. Many B2 candidates know enough French but lose points through avoidable agreement, tense, and register mistakes.