World Culture: French Culture Review
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
