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Which countries have French as one of their official languages? (Select all that apply)
Which countries have French as one of their official languages? (Select all that apply)
French is only spoken in France.
French is only spoken in France.
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What is the informal way to ask 'How are you?' in French?
What is the informal way to ask 'How are you?' in French?
Comment vas-tu?
What does 'Merci beaucoup' mean?
What does 'Merci beaucoup' mean?
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I am a student of _______.
I am a student of _______.
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Match the following French greetings with their English meanings:
Match the following French greetings with their English meanings:
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How do you say 'I live in Angeles City' in French?
How do you say 'I live in Angeles City' in French?
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Delighted or nice to meet you in French is __________.
Delighted or nice to meet you in French is __________.
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What does 'D'accord' mean?
What does 'D'accord' mean?
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To say 'Good night' in French, you would say 'Bonne nuit'.
To say 'Good night' in French, you would say 'Bonne nuit'.
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Study Notes
The French Language
- Knowledge of foreign languages is a significant asset for employment, with many employers preferring multilingual candidates.
- French shares similarities with English, including the alphabet and a substantial number of cognates.
- Learning French also provides insights into French culture and society.
Regions Where French is Spoken
- Europe: Official language in Belgium, Switzerland, Luxembourg, and predominantly spoken in France.
- Canada: Primarily spoken in Quebec; widely used across the country.
- Africa: Official or co-official language in countries like Benin, Burundi, Chad, Congo, Gabon, Ivory Coast, Madagascar, Morocco, and Togo.
- USA: Notably in Louisiana.
- Caribbean: Official language in Haiti, Guadeloupe, and Martinique; also spoken in St. Martin.
- Asia: Spoken in Vietnam and Cambodia.
Basic French Words and Greetings
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Common Greetings:
- Bonjour - Good day/Good morning/Hello
- Bonsoir - Good evening
- Bonne nuit - Good night
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Basic Responses:
- Oui - Yes
- Non - No
- Bien! - Fine or Well
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Inquiries:
- Comment allez-vous? - How are you? (formal)
- Comment vas-tu? - How are you? (informal)
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Common Farewells:
- Au revoir - Goodbye
- À bientôt! - See you soon!
- Bon weekend - Have a good weekend
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Polite Expressions:
- Merci - Thank you
- De rien - You’re welcome
- S’il vous plaît - Please
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Clarifications and Apologies:
- Je ne comprends pas - I don’t understand
- Je suis désolé - I am sorry
Meeting Introductions
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Asking Names:
- Comment vous appelez-vous? - What is your name? (formal)
- Comment t’appelles-tu? - What is your name? (informal)
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Self-Introduction:
- Je m’appelle [Name] - My name is [Name]
- Je suis étudiant(e) de SPCF - I am a student of SPCF
- J’habite à [Location] - I live in [Location]
Time of Day
- Day is divided into segments:
- Matin - Morning
- Midi - Mid-day
- Après-midi - Afternoon
- Soir - Evening
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Greeting Etiquette:
- Use "bonjour" during the day until 6 PM.
- Use "bonsoir" after 6 PM.
- Farewell expressions include "au revoir", "bonne journée", and "bonne soirée" based on the time of day.
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Explore the fundamentals of the French language in this quiz. Understand the advantages of knowing French and its similarities to English, including shared vocabulary and alphabet. Perfect for those looking to enhance their language skills for employment opportunities.
