A French GCSE listening and translation exam has drawn criticism from some parents, teachers, and pupils after a passage included references to a “bisexual sister,” divorced parents, and a jobless brother. According to the reports, critics say the content reflects “woke” or engineered social themes rather than what they consider appropriate for the assessment. The criticism is directed at one of the country’s largest examining boards, which administered the exam material. Sources describe the controversy as centered on whether the exam text introduces topics such as sexual orientation and family circumstances in a way that is unsuitable for the GCSE level. The articles state that the issue has sparked public complaints and backlash, with calls for clarification or review of how such topics are handled in exam materials. The reports do not provide details on an official response from the examining board, the exact wording beyond the described references, or any findings about grading impact. The controversy remains framed around the exam’s content and whether it aligns with expectations for GCSE examinations.