French 1A Quiz Review

The founding birthplace of Paris was on the Île de la Cité, a small fishing island, where you can now view the _________

This is known as the "Kingdom of the Dead."

The French will not cooperate with you unless you speak French.

The Musée D'Orsay was once a train station and now houses a most impressive

One can shop in Paris and to find very specialized _______; half of men and 90% of women are regular consumers of

When visiting Paris, you should always know several routes to take, since taxi drivers often get lost.

One should always address a person of authority, someone who is older, or someone you do not know at all with "Vous."

What are the names of the two sides of Paris?

The crowning height of the hill of Montmartre is the _____________; over 500 stairs to reach to the top.

What American cultural icon has a branch near Paris?

The Paris ______________ is a great way to get around the city.

The Eiffel Tower is a symbol of innovation, and boasts three levels you can visit, one of which has a restaurant.

One can see people carrying around baguettes on Paris streets, a cheese course, and coffee always served after the meal.

What connects France and England?

The French most frequently drink ___________ with their meals.

Paris is famous for which type of teaching institution?

Louis XIV was known as the "Sun King"; his grandson and wife, Marie Antoinette, were beheaded during the revolution.

The Latin Quarter was known as the _______________ district for the fact that most people found here spoke Latin.

Realist artists liked to shock the public with their honest portrayals of people, including Manet's "Olympia."

Impressionist artists were most known for their impressive use of