Faits divers -- French Trivia!

Food and Drink

100

"Un croissant" is a popular French pastry. What is its shape?

A crescent (C shape)

200

What is "un beignet," a popular treat in New Orleans?

A donut

300

French cheeses are grouped into "les huit familles de fromage," or the "8 families of cheese." How many types of French cheese are there? A) 100 B) 200 C) 450 D) 8

C) 450

400

"L'escargot" is a delicacy in French cuisine, cooked in butter and garlic and eaten with a special fork. What animal is this?

Snails

500

The French have been serving up galette des rois since the 14th-century. It is to celebrate the Epiphany, a religious feast day commemorating the arrival of the Three Kings to the manger where Jesus was born. When is it celebrated?

Traditionally, it's served on January 6th – the 12th day after Christmas

Geography/History

100

What is the name of the largely French-speaking region in Canada?

Quebec

200

How many times can you fit France into Australia?

A)3 times     B)6 times    C)10 times   D) 14 times

D) 14 times

300

The French Empire was wide-reaching. Until what decade in the 20th century (1900s) did the French rule or influence their colonies?

1960s -- Countries such as Algeria and Vietnam gained independence from France during these years.

400

Which of the following regions/countries is still governed by France? A) Guadeloupe B) Quebec C) Algeria

Guadeloupe. Quebec is a province in Canada, and Algeria became independent from France in 1962.

500

French Polynesia is a former French colony in the Pacific Ocean, and includes popular vacation destinations such as Tahiti and Bora Bora. How many islands make up French Polynesia? A) 55 B) 70 C) 92 D) 118

D) 118

Culture

100

What is the name of France's national holiday, celebrated on July 14, in recognition of the storming of a famous prison in Paris during the French Revolution?

Bastille Day

200

What is the most popular sport in France?

soccer

300

In which competition does the winner wear a yellow jersey (maillot jaune)?

Tour de France

400

What French-speaking country in Europe played a major role in the history of comic books, publishing such famous ones as "The Smurfs" and "The Adventures of Tintin"? A) Belgium B) Switzerland C) France D) Luxembourg

A) Belgium

500

France's national motto is, "Liberte, Egalite, Fraternite." What does this mean in English?

"Liberty, Equality, Fraternity"

French Language

100

How do you ask someone for their name in French?

Comment t'appelles-tu?
OR
Comment tu t'appelles?
OR
Tu t'appelles comment?

200

What ancient language is French related to?

Latin (originated in 75 BCE)

300

The French language has a very large influence on the English language. What percent of English words are French in origin?
A) 10%       B) 20%         C) 30%           D) 50%

C) 30%

400

How many people in Africa speak French? A) 50 million B) 100 million C) 200 million D) 20 million

B) 100 million

500

Translate into French 'he has long straight blond hair'

il a les cheveux longs, raides et blonds

?

100

Name the French general infamous for trying to conquer Europe and for his "short" height.

Napoleon Bonaparte

200

say this tongue twister 3 times

Cinq chiens chassent six chats

Cinq chiens chassent six chats

300

Jacques Cousteau, a famous French scientist who studied marine life and filmed undersea documentaries, helped invent the modern version of what diving gear?

Aqua-lung (SCUBA air tank)

400

This Quebec-born singer is most famous for her rendition of "My Heart Will Go On" from 1998's hit film "Titanic."

Celine Dion

500

Conjugate the verb 'être' (=to be) starting with  'je suis' = 'I am'

Je suis = I am

tu es = you are 

il est = he is

elle est = she is

(on est) = we are / one is

nous sommes = we are

vous êtes = you are

ils sont = they are

elles sont = they are