French 10 Final Exam Review Quiz
The basics (and maybe detailed facts :P ) included in my French 10 course.
Included:
Vocabulary: Movies
; The World
; Places in the City
; Travelling
Past and Present tense verbs
Information on Paris and Montreal
Information on Francophone countries
Questions and Answers
- 1.
The river that splits Paris is the _____________.
Explanation
The river that splits Paris is the Seine.Rate this question:
- 2.
La Rive gauche is home to which district?
- A.
Artistic/intellectual
- B.
Political/business
Correct Answer
A. Artistic/intellectualExplanation
The district of La Rive gauche is known for its artistic and intellectual atmosphere. It is located on the left bank of the Seine River in Paris, France. This area has historically been a hub for artists, writers, and intellectuals, with famous establishments such as the Latin Quarter and the Saint-Germain-des-Prés neighborhood. It is home to numerous art galleries, bookstores, cafes, and universities, making it a vibrant and culturally rich district. Therefore, the correct answer is artistic/intellectual.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The nursery
Correct Answer
la pepiniere - 4.
The traffic light
Correct Answer
le feu de circulationExplanation
The correct answer is "le feu de circulation" because it is the French translation for "the traffic light". In French, "feu" means "light" and "circulation" means "traffic". Therefore, "le feu de circulation" accurately describes the object being referred to in the question.Rate this question:
- 5.
(airport) customs
Correct Answer
- 6.
The ticket counter
Correct Answer
le guichetExplanation
The given correct answer for this question is "le guichet" which means "the ticket counter" in English. This explanation states that "le guichet" is the appropriate translation for the given phrase.Rate this question:
- 7.
To make a mistake
Correct Answer
se tromperExplanation
The correct answer, "se tromper," is the French translation of the phrase "to make a mistake." In French, when someone wants to express the action of making an error or being wrong, they use the verb "se tromper." This phrase is commonly used in everyday conversation to acknowledge and admit one's mistake.Rate this question:
- 8.
Newfoundland
Correct Answer
Terre-NeuveExplanation
The given answer "Terre-Neuve" is the French translation of "Newfoundland". This suggests that the question is asking for the French name of the place "Newfoundland". Therefore, "Terre-Neuve" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
- 9.
The suburbs
Correct Answer
banlieuExplanation
The correct answer is banlieu. A banlieu refers to the suburbs, typically in French-speaking countries. It is an area located just outside a city, often characterized by residential neighborhoods and a lower population density compared to the city center. The term banlieu is commonly used to describe the residential areas surrounding major cities in France, where people live and commute to work in the city.Rate this question:
- 10.
What is the correct response to the following question?Aimes-tu regarder de films?
- A.
Mon acteur favori est Paul Newman.
- B.
Selon moi, Titanic est le meilleur film.
- C.
Oui, je l'aime
- D.
Non, je suis desolee. Je ne peux pas.
Correct Answer
C. Oui, je l'aimeExplanation
The correct response to the question "Aimes-tu regarder de films?" is "Oui, je l'aime" which translates to "Yes, I like it." This response indicates that the person enjoys watching movies.Rate this question:
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- 11.
Boring
Correct Answer
ennuyeux
ennuyeuseExplanation
The correct answer is "ennuyeux" and "ennuyeuse" because these words in French mean "boring" in English. The word "ennuyeux" is masculine and is used to describe a masculine noun, while "ennuyeuse" is feminine and is used to describe a feminine noun. So, depending on the gender of the noun being described, either "ennuyeux" or "ennuyeuse" can be used to convey the meaning of "boring" in French.Rate this question:
- 12.
A female director
Correct Answer
une realisatrice
une metteuse en sceneExplanation
The correct answer is "une réalisatrice, une metteuse en scène." In French, the term "réalisatrice" is used to refer to a female director, while "metteuse en scène" is a term specifically used for female theater directors. Both terms are used to denote women who are involved in directing films or theatrical productions.Rate this question:
- 13.
The show times
Correct Answer
les seances - 14.
To look for
Correct Answer
chercherExplanation
The word "chercher" in French translates to "to look for" in English. It is the correct answer because it accurately translates the given word.Rate this question:
- 15.
To work
Correct Answer
travaillerExplanation
The word "travailler" is the correct translation of the phrase "to work" in French.Rate this question:
- 16.
To lose
Correct Answer
perdre - 17.
To escape
Correct Answer
s'echapper - 18.
To shoot
Correct Answer
tirerExplanation
The word "tirer" is the correct translation of "to shoot" in French.Rate this question:
- 19.
To drink
Correct Answer
boire - 20.
To put
Correct Answer
mettre - 21.
To know
Correct Answer
savoir - 22.
To see
Correct Answer
voir - 23.
Prince Edward Island
Correct Answer
l'Ile du Prince Edouard
l'Ile-du-Prince-EdouardExplanation
The correct answer is "l'Ile du Prince Edouard, l'Ile-du-Prince-Edouard". This is because Prince Edward Island is a bilingual province in Canada, with both English and French being official languages. In French, the island is referred to as "l'Ile du Prince Edouard" or "l'Ile-du-Prince-Edouard". Therefore, both variations of the French name are considered correct.Rate this question:
- 24.
Nova Scotia
Correct Answer
la Nouvelle-Ecosse
la Nouvelle Ecosse - 25.
He is Russian
Correct Answer
Il est russeExplanation
The given answer "Il est russe" is the correct translation of the statement "He is Russian" from English to French. "Il" is the French pronoun for "he" and "est" is the French verb for "is". "Russe" is the French word for "Russian". Therefore, the answer accurately conveys the information that the person being referred to is of Russian nationality.Rate this question:
- 26.
We are Irish
Correct Answer
Nous sommes irlandaisExplanation
The given answer "Nous sommes irlandais" is the French translation of the phrase "We are Irish." This answer accurately reflects the language and meaning of the original phrase in English.Rate this question:
- 27.
We went out.
Correct Answer
Nous sommes sortis.Explanation
The given sentence "We went out" is in English and the correct translation of this sentence in French is "Nous sommes sortis."Rate this question:
- 28.
She died.
Correct Answer
Elle est morte.Explanation
The given statement "She died" is in English, and the correct translation of this statement in French is "Elle est morte."Rate this question:
- 29.
He came back
Correct Answer
Il est revenu.Explanation
The given phrase "Il est revenu" is the correct answer because it is the French translation of the English phrase "He came back." The verb "revenir" means "to come back" in French, and when conjugated in the third person singular form, it becomes "revenu." The subject pronoun "Il" corresponds to the English pronoun "He." Therefore, "Il est revenu" accurately translates the original phrase.Rate this question:
- 30.
She chose
Correct Answer
Elle a choisiExplanation
The given answer "Elle a choisi" is the correct translation of the phrase "She chose" in French. It accurately conveys the past tense action of a female subject making a choice.Rate this question:
- 31.
You (formal) handed in.
Correct Answer
Vous avez renduExplanation
The given answer, "Vous avez rendu," is the correct translation of the phrase "You (formal) handed in" from English to French. "Vous" is the formal form of "you" in French, and "avez rendu" is the conjugated form of the verb "rendre" which means "to hand in." Therefore, the phrase "Vous avez rendu" accurately translates the action of handing in something in a formal context.Rate this question:
- 32.
They lied.
Correct Answer
Ils ont menti
Elles ont mentiExplanation
The correct answer is "Ils ont menti" and "Elles ont menti" because both phrases mean "They lied" in French. "Ils" is used when referring to a group of people that includes males, while "Elles" is used when referring to a group of people that includes only females. Therefore, both options are correct depending on the gender composition of the group being referred to.Rate this question:
- 33.
The post office
Correct Answer
le bureau de posteExplanation
The given correct answer is "le bureau de poste". This is because "le bureau de poste" is the French translation for "the post office". The phrase "le bureau de poste" accurately describes the location where postal services are provided, making it the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
- 34.
The convenience store
Correct Answer
le depanneurExplanation
"Le depanneur" is the correct answer because it is the French translation of "the convenience store".Rate this question:
- 35.
Parking
Correct Answer
stationnement - 36.
The bridge
Correct Answer
le pont - 37.
The antique store
Correct Answer
la brocanteExplanation
The correct answer is "la brocante" because it is the French translation of "the antique store".Rate this question:
- 38.
The cobbler
Correct Answer
la cordonnerie - 39.
The bakery
Correct Answer
la boulangerie - 40.
The fine pastry shop
Correct Answer
la confiserieExplanation
La confiserie is the correct answer because it is the French translation for "the fine pastry shop". In French, confiserie refers specifically to a shop that sells confectionery, including pastries and candies. Therefore, la confiserie accurately represents the given phrase "the fine pastry shop" in French.Rate this question:
- 41.
The hardware store
Correct Answer
la quincaillerieExplanation
"La quincaillerie" is the correct translation of "the hardware store" in French. This term refers to a retail store that sells various hardware items such as tools, building materials, and household supplies.Rate this question:
- 42.
The stationary store
Correct Answer
la papeterieExplanation
"La papeterie" is the French translation for "the stationary store". This answer is correct as it accurately translates the given phrase into French.Rate this question:
- 43.
The factory
Correct Answer
l'usine - 44.
The ice rink
Correct Answer
la patinoireExplanation
The given correct answer "la patinoire" is the French translation for "the ice rink". In French, "la patinoire" refers to a large, flat surface made of ice where people can skate or play ice hockey. This term is commonly used in French-speaking countries to describe the specific location or facility where ice-related activities take place. Therefore, "la patinoire" is the appropriate translation for "the ice rink" in French.Rate this question:
- 45.
The first street
Correct Answer
la premiere rueExplanation
The given correct answer "la premiere rue" is the French translation of "the first street". This suggests that the question is asking for the translation of the phrase "the first street" into French. "La premiere rue" is the correct translation as it maintains the gender agreement (feminine) and the word order (adjective before noun) in French.Rate this question:
- 46.
Follow the road until the first traffic light.
Correct Answer
suivez la rue jusqu'au premier feu de circulationExplanation
The given answer in French translates to "follow the road until the first traffic light." This suggests that the instruction is telling someone to continue on the road until they reach the first set of traffic lights. This could be useful for giving directions or guiding someone to a specific location.Rate this question:
- 47.
Travelling....by skateboard
Correct Answer
en planche a roulettes
a patins a roues aligneesExplanation
The correct answer is "en planche a roulettes, a patins a roues alignees". This is because the phrase "en planche a roulettes" translates to "by skateboard" in English, and the phrase "a patins a roues alignees" translates to "on inline skates". Therefore, the correct answer includes both options, indicating that the mode of transportation for traveling is either by skateboard or on inline skates.Rate this question:
- 48.
A traffic jam
- A.
Un embouteillage
- B.
Un passage pour peitons
- C.
Un clou
- D.
Un feu de circulation
Correct Answer
A. Un embouteillageExplanation
The correct answer is "un embouteillage" which means "a traffic jam" in English. This is the most appropriate answer because the other options do not relate to traffic or congestion. "Un passage pour piétons" means "a pedestrian crossing," "un clou" means "a nail," and "un feu de circulation" means "a traffic light." Therefore, "un embouteillage" is the only option that accurately describes a traffic jam.Rate this question:
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- 49.
Which is NOT a term for crosswalk?
- A.
Un passage pour pietons
- B.
Un clou
- C.
Le croisement
Correct Answer
C. Le croisementExplanation
The term "le croisement" means "the intersection" in English, which is not a term for a crosswalk. A crosswalk refers to a designated area for pedestrians to cross a road safely. "Un passage pour piétons" translates to "a pedestrian crossing" and "un clou" means "a nail," neither of which are terms for a crosswalk. Therefore, "le croisement" is the correct answer as it does not refer to a crosswalk.Rate this question:
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- 50.
Travelling...by ferry
Correct Answer
en traversierExplanation
The answer "en traversier" is the correct translation for "by ferry" in French. "Traversier" is the French word for ferry, and "en" is the preposition used to indicate the means of transportation. Therefore, "en traversier" accurately conveys the idea of traveling by ferry in French.Rate this question:
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