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This is the name of the red headed chef in the film Ratatouille
Who is Linguini?
This famous 19th century general is known for conquering Europe and being exiled twice
Who is Napoleon Bonaparte?
This buttery baked good means “crescent” in French
What is a croissant?
This capital of France is this, known as the “city of lights”
What is Paris?
This greeting involves kissing one another on the cheeks
What is la bise?
This is the French nickname for the popular fast food chain McDonalds
What is McDo (MacDo)?
This is France’s current head of state, the youngest since Napoleon
Who is Emmanuel Macron?
Six billion of these iconic long French bread are sold each year
What are baguettes?
This river runs through the capital of France, with the bateaux-mouches often seen going down it
What is the Seine?
This traditional cake is eaten on January 6th, the Epiphany
What is the galette de rois?
This French luxury brand is the most valuable one worldwide
What is Louis Vuitton?
This French monarch was the final king before the revolution, and died by the guillotine
Who is Louis XVI (16th)?
This slimy French delicacy is often rejected elsewhere in the world
What is escargot?
These are what France is divided into, like states in America
What are provinces?
The colors green, purple, and gold are used in New Orleans during Fat Tuesday, known as this in French
What is Mardis Gras?
This year held the last French execution by guillotine, as well as the release of the first Star Wars movie
What is 1977?
This French monarch was nicknamed “The Sun King” due to his immense control over the land
Who is Louis XIV (14th)?
This famous “French” food actually originated in neighboring Belgium
What are French fries?
This eastern French region was heavily disputed by Germany throughout history, and is Madame’s place of birth.
What is Alsace?
This 2,200-mile men’s bike race is held each summer and ends at the Champs-Élysées
What is the Tour de France?
This is the name of Emily's neighbor from the TV show Emily in Paris
Who is Gabriel?
This bloodthirsty figure led the French Revolution, executing many monarchists and political enemies
Who is Maximilien Robespierre?
These small starter dishes are often eaten before meals
What are hors-d'oeuvres?
This Pacific island, part of French Polynesia, is a popular tourist destination
What is Tahiti?
This exam is given to all French high school students at the end of the year
What is the baccalaureate (bac)?