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The Last Lesson by Alphonse Daudet Summary

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What is Franz's initial attitude towards learning French under M.Hamel?

He is disinterested and dislikes his teacher. (correct)

He is eager to learn and respects his teacher.

He is scared of failing and highly motivated to learn.

He is indifferent and neutral towards the subject and his teacher.

Why does Franz suddenly become interested in learning French on M.Hamel's last day?

He discovers that French is the most beautiful language in the world.

He receives a reward for participating in the last lesson.

He realizes the importance of the French language in their culture.

He learns that German will replace French in their school curriculum. (correct)

What does M.Hamel emphasize as the key to escaping from the prison of slavery?

Respecting one's teacher

Learning a logical language

Mastering the German language

Guarding one's language (correct)

Why does Franz feel that one's language cannot be taken away?

It is a natural part of a person, like the coo to pigeons or French to Frenchmen. Signup and view all the answers

Why is the village filled with sorrow and patriotism on the last day of Mr. Hamel's teaching?

Because Mr. Hamel is leaving the village after forty years of teaching. Signup and view all the answers

Why does learning one's mother tongue become crucial for the people in Alsace?

To avoid becoming illiterate due to German influence Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mr. Hamel emphasize the importance of preserving the French language in the classroom?

To resist foreign occupation Signup and view all the answers

How does Franz's attitude towards learning French change suddenly?

He suddenly realizes the importance of French language for his identity. Signup and view all the answers

How does Mr. Hamel's departure from the town impact the students like Franz?

They feel remorse for not valuing their French lessons earlier Signup and view all the answers

Why does Franz compare the French language to a natural sound made by doves (kabootars) in the text?

To emphasize the inherent connection of individuals with their mother tongue Signup and view all the answers