Are you ready for France ?

Question 1

In France, time is seen as very flexible, and being late is acceptable

Accepted Answer

False

Question 2

What is the “Carte Vitale” in France?

Accepted Answer

A health insurance card used to get medical reimbursements

Question 3

How do most people greet strangers or acquaintances in France?

Accepted Answer

A handshake or la bise (cheek kiss)

Question 4

Again, in French culture, what type of question may be seen as too personal or rude?

Accepted Answer

Are you married or do you have children ?

Question 5

Which of the following is a typical lunch in a student cafeteria in France ?

Accepted Answer

A 3-course meal with bread

Question 6

BONUS : What is Campus France?

Accepted Answer

A national agency that promotes studies in France and informs students

Question 7

Which of these should you absolutely bring with you from your home country?

Accepted Answer

Certified copies of important documents

Question 8

What is the French national motto?

Accepted Answer

Liberty, Equality, Fraternity

Question 9

Which of these would be considered rude in French culture?

Accepted Answer

Asking someone’s age or salary directly

Question 10

In France, is it common to negotiate prices in shops or restaurants?

Accepted Answer

No, prices are usually fixed

Question 11

In the French grading system, 9 considered is considered a bad grade

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

What time do most university classes in France typically start?

Accepted Answer

8:00 AM

Question 13

What is a common cultural habit when attending social events in France?

Accepted Answer

People often bring their own drink or item to share

Question 14

With a French student visa, how many hours per week can a student legally work during the academic year?

Accepted Answer

About 20 hours (specifically 964 hours per year)

Question 15

What is the CAF in France?

Accepted Answer

Social Welfare office (financial aid for housing etc)

Question 16

What is usually required to open a bank account in France?

Accepted Answer

Proof of address, passport, and enrollment certificate

Question 17

Which is considered polite when entering a shop or restaurant in France?

Accepted Answer

Say “Bonjour” and "Excusez-moi"

Question 18

In a French public university, are students allowed to wear visible religious symbols (like hijab, kippa, or cross) ?

Accepted Answer

Yes, students are free to wear religious symbols but not the burqa or niqab

Question 19

In France, students are usually on a first-name basis with their teachers

Accepted Answer

False

Question 20

Most supermarkets in France are open 24/7

Accepted Answer

False

Question 21

How do international students in France register for public health coverage (sécurité sociale)?

Accepted Answer

By registering online at etudiant-etranger.ameli.fr

Question 22

In France, students usually move from their parents house for their studies

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

What does “CROUS” NOT provide?

Accepted Answer

Private student loans

Question 24

What is the most common mode of transportation used by students in France?

Accepted Answer

Public transportation or bicycle

Question 25

When renting student accommodation in France, what is usually required?

Accepted Answer

A guarantor (often based in France) and a security deposit

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