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In the story, what is the main problem that Franz is facing?
In the story, what is the main problem that Franz is facing?
Franz is facing the loss of his French language and culture, as the Prussian government mandates that only German be taught in schools.
What do the villagers do to show their respect for M. Hamel and the French language?
What do the villagers do to show their respect for M. Hamel and the French language?
The villagers, including the former mayor, postmaster, and others, gather in the back of the classroom to attend M. Hamel's last French lesson.
What is the main message of "The Last Lesson"? Choose all the appropriate answers.
What is the main message of "The Last Lesson"? Choose all the appropriate answers.
What is the significance of M. Hamel's writing "Vive La France!" on the blackboard?
What is the significance of M. Hamel's writing "Vive La France!" on the blackboard?
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The villagers in the story fully understood the importance of their French language and culture before they were taken away.
The villagers in the story fully understood the importance of their French language and culture before they were taken away.
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Study Notes
Prose Anthology - Titles and Authors
- The Last Lesson by Alphonse Daudet
- Lost Spring by Anees Jung
- Deep Water by William Douglas
- The Rattrap by Selma Lagerlöf
- Poets and Pancakes by Asokamitran
- The Interview by Christopher Silvester
- Going Places by A. R. Barton
- Umberto Eco by Umberto Eco
- Indigo by Selma Lagerlöf
- Louis Fischer by Louis Fischer
The Last Lesson - Additional Information
- Alphonse Daudet (1840-1897): French novelist and short story writer, known for this work set during the Franco-Prussian War (1870-1871)
- Setting: French districts of Alsace and Lorraine, which were annexed by Prussia (present-day Germany) during the conflict
- Focus: Impact of loss of French language as France is defeated by Prussia in the war
- Story elements: The story describes the last French lesson in a school and the reactions of schoolchildren and villagers, as that specific school will now teach German
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This quiz tests your knowledge of various prose works and their authors, focusing on significant stories like 'The Last Lesson' by Alphonse Daudet and others. You'll explore settings, themes, and historical contexts that define these literary pieces. Perfect for literature enthusiasts!
