French Words
How do you say “hello” in French
Bonjour
What are the three colors of the French flag?
blue, white, red
What is a long, thin loaf of French bread called?
Baguette
Who painted pictures of water lilies and helped start the Impressionist art movement?
Claude Monet
What is the name of the French national holiday on July 14th?
Bastille Day
How do you say “thank you” in French?
Merci
What are the colors on the French flag arranged as?
three vertical stripes
What flaky pastry is shaped like a crescent?
croissant
Who was the short French emperor known for his military skills?
Napoleon Bonaparte
What do people in France often eat for breakfast along with coffee or hot chocolate?
croissant
What does “au revoir” mean in English?
goodbye
What does the color blue on the French flag stand for?
liberty, (freedom)
What is the French word for “cheese”?
“fromage"
Who designed and built the Statue of Liberty given to the U.S. by France?
Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi
What do people throw at newlyweds in a traditional French wedding?
rice or confetti
What do the colors of the French flag represent?
liberty, equality, and fraternity
What is the nickname of the French flag?
Tricolore
What sweet French dessert is made with colorful sandwich-like cookies?
What are macarons
Who was the young French girl who became a hero in battle and was later made a saint?
Joan of Arc
What do children in France leave their shoes out for on Christmas Eve?
Père Noël (Father Christmas) to fill them with gifts?
How do you say “I love France” in French?
J’aime la France
Which other country has red, white, and blue on its flag like France, but in a different order?
United States
What is the name of the French dish made with snails?
What is escargot
Which famous French fashion designer is known for the “little black dress” and No. 5 perfume?
coco chanel
What is a famous French tradition on April 1st involving taping paper fish on people’s backs?
Poisson d’Avril (April Fool’s Day in France)?