hey, just record really helpful phrases on tape and play them back whenever you have a chance. oh, also i would advise watching an dvd in french. romy and michelle really worked for me. i have seen it in french now (dubbed) quite a few times and its unbeleivable how much it helps me. also try and host a french exchange student. i am but make sure they are fun! (unlike mine). ohh, and for your writing test, make sure you remember the simplest of gramer. read over your verb endings!!!! and try to translate as much as possible. having said this i wish all the best for you. bonne chance mon amie!