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The Last Lesson by Alphonse Daudet

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What is Franz's initial attitude towards studying French?

He is diligent

He is enthusiastic

He is fearful

He is indifferent (correct)

What event leads to Franz suddenly becoming interested in learning French?

His classmates' sudden improvement in French

A visit from the German authorities

The arrival of a new teacher

M. Hamel's last lesson (correct)

Why does M. Hamel express regret and blame himself during his last lesson?

For not instilling a love for learning in his students earlier (correct)

For not being strict enough with his students

For not teaching grammar properly

For not emphasizing the importance of French language

What does M. Hamel consider as a key to escape from the prison of slavery?

Guarding one's language Signup and view all the answers

Why do the village men attend M. Hamel's last lesson?

As a mark of respect for M. Hamel's hard work Signup and view all the answers

What is Franz's reaction as he realizes it is M. Hamel's last lesson?

He becomes interested in learning French Signup and view all the answers

Why does Mr. Hamel emphasize the importance of learning and preserving one's language?

To maintain national identity and resist subjugation Signup and view all the answers

What does Franz learn about the significance of language through Mr. Hamel's actions?

Language can be a tool for liberation and resistance Signup and view all the answers

How does the text suggest that language is integral to national pride?

By highlighting the beauty and logic of the French language Signup and view all the answers

Why does Franz feel defeated by the Germans' suppression of French language education?

As a result of feeling disconnected from his national identity Signup and view all the answers

What motivates Mr. Hamel to focus on teaching French language despite adversity?

A wish to instill national pride and preserve French heritage Signup and view all the answers

How does Franz's experience highlight the theme of linguistic preservation in 'The Last Lesson'?

'By depicting his realization of French as an intrinsic part of his identity Signup and view all the answers

Why does Franz feel that it is not possible to take away one's language?

Because language is natural to every being, just like the sound 'coo' to pigeons. Signup and view all the answers

What was the reason for Franz's dislike towards M. Hamel?

M. Hamel taught German instead of French in school. Signup and view all the answers

Why were the villagers also present for M. Hamel's 'last lesson'?

To bid farewell and pay respect to M. Hamel. Signup and view all the answers

How did Franz feel when he realized he had not learned his mother tongue, French?

Upset Signup and view all the answers

Why did Franz begin to take an interest in learning his mother tongue suddenly?

Because M. Hamel taught him the importance of language Signup and view all the answers