Geography
The ___ is the river that runs through Paris?
Seine
What famous museum in Paris is a former royal palace?
Louvre
What is the difference between pommes and pommes de terre?
Apples and potatoes
Who is the current French President?
Emmanuel Macron
Who is alleged to have said "let them eat cake"?
Marie Antoinette
Name 4 countries that border France.
Spain, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, Andorra, Monaco
What Paris museum is located in a former train station?
Musee D'Orsay
What is the word for clear, flavored broth?
a. Consommé b. Julienne c. Beurre Blanc
a. Consommé
True or False: The summer olympics is taking place in Paris in 2026.
False
What year was the French Revolution?
1789
What is the longest river in France?
Loire
The French motto is "Liberty, Equality, ____"
Fraternity
What is Coquille St. Jacques a fancy name for?
Scallops
When is the next French Presidential election?
2027
Who was the Roman general who conquered France?
Cesar
What is the French name for the Riviera?
la Cote d'Azur
Which holiday commemorates the beginning of the French Revolution?
Bastille Day (July 14th)
What specialty paté, made of duck or goose liver, is typically eaten at Christmas in France?
Foie Gras
In 2023, France changed the retirement age to what?
64
What year was the Eiffel Tower built?
1889
How far is it from Jacksonville to Paris?
4421 miles or 7113 km
Which 19th century French writer is known as the creator of science fiction?
Jules Verne
In boeuf Bourguignon, which wine variety is the most common ingredient?
Burgundy (Pinot Noir)
What city in France is sister cities with Jacksonville?
Nantes
Which of the following is famous for being Napoleon I'd place of exile?
a. Waterloo b. Tuscany c. Elba d. Andorra
c. Elba