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French II Std. 3.2 Students acquire information and recognize the distinctive viewpoints that are only available through the French foreign language and its cultures.

Lesson Plans: 20th Century Collage In this scenario, student groups research various topics of 20th century French civilization, literature, and culture by decades. Areas of study include music, art, architecture, literature, theater, film, politics, religion, science, medicine, technology, and daily life. Experiencing Life in the Middle Ages In this unit, groups of students research topics from the Middle Ages. Each group presents its findings to the class. Students learn new vocabulary and historical information. They review and practice vocabulary related to families, preferences, houses, occupations, and hobbies. Le Carrefour Culturel What is American? What is French? The attempt to find a simple definition of either culture is impossible. In this scenario, students develop an understanding of the effects of French colonialism on Africa and/or the Caribbean as well as the concept of Négritude, an expression of the cultural crossroads (carrefour culturel) experienced by those of the former French colonies.

Resources: Le Monde online An interactive map of France providing geographical and cultural information about the country. Putnam's Teaching activities for using newspapers Je Vous Presente Monet, Matisse and Degas: A cross-curricular program that gives students new avenues to expand their use of written and spoken French employing French art and artists Up With Proficiency! Down With Anxiety! This program encourages students to communicate meaningfully and effectively in French. French Listening Comprehension: Work on your French listening comprehension with these exercises. Each includes a French sound file, study guide, and short quiz. There is also a full transcript and translation of the audio, which you can use to better understand the sound file.
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