World Culture: French Culture Review

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This holiday is celebrated on May 8th. People celebrate the anniversary of the end of WWII with the surrender of Germany.

Victory Day

When do French people eat their main meal?

at noon

A _____________ should be placed on the table, not plate.

baguette

What do French tend to break apart piece by piece?

bread

What food is eaten daily at almost every meal?

bread

What is timber used for?

construction, furniture, and paper

What type of government does France have?

democratic republic

Name a famous French punishment.

guillotine

When can you start eating?

host says Bon appetit

The French tend to not add ____________ to their drink.

ice

Name the three branches of government.

legislative, executive and judicial

Why is it likely to not find salt and pepper on the table of a restaurant?

meal has been properly seasoned

What shouldn't you ask for at a restaurant?

modifications; changes to a meal

What does a traditional meal include on Christmas Even in France?

oysters, snails, turkey, baguettes

What are some of France's luxury products?

perfumes, foods, and wines

How fast do the French tend to eat?

real slow

How early do French restaurants open for dinner?

seven thirty (7:30 p.m.)

France has the ________________ largest economy in the world.

seventh

Never serves ____________________ first, always serve others first.

yourself

What is the president's official residence called?

Élysée Palace

How long does a French president remain in office?

5 years

What percent of French workers are employed in service industries?

70%

On average, how many people visit France?

85 million

On Dec 25th Catholics celebrate Jesus Christ's birth, decorate their homes, attend a midnight mass and return home for a special meal.

Christmas

What is France's highest court?

Court of Cassation

In early April people hold an Easter egg hunt and spend the day quietly with their friends and family members. It commemorates Jesus' resurrection from death.

Easter Monday

Who's the current president of France?

Emmanuel Macron

What does Bon appetit mean?

Enjoy your meal

What's France's national currency?

Euro

What is the approximate exchange rate of a U.S. dollar?

0.89

In what year was the French flag adopted?

1794

How old do French people need to be to vote?

18

When was the Eiffel Tower built?

1889

In what year was the guillotine last used in France?

1977

On this day Christians honor the lives of their deceased relatives & all the saints.

All Saints' Day

What ocean borders France to the west?

Atlantic

What is the name of the traditional dessert served on Christmas Eve?

Buche de Noel

Most French people practice this religion?

Catholicism

What do the French celebrate on July 14?

French Revolution & Democracy

This tradition is celebrated on Dec 8-11th and began in the 17th century with the fear of a plague. The citizens of Lyon believe Mary cleansed the city of diseases.

Lyon's Festival of Lights

What is the word for Christmas in French?

Noel

What is France's capital?

Paris

On this day Christians believe the Holy Spirit descended on Jesus Christ's disciples.

Pentecost

What do the French call Santa Claus?

Pere Noel


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