French I Chapter 1 Online Quiz
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Define:Une Bise
- A.
A handshake
- B.
A kiss
- C.
A high-five
- D.
A school subject
Correct Answer
B. A kissExplanation
Une bise is a French term that refers to a kiss on the cheek as a form of greeting or farewell. It is a common practice in many French-speaking countries and is considered a polite and friendly gesture. Unlike a passionate or romantic kiss, une bise is usually a brief and non-intimate gesture. It is a cultural tradition that signifies warmth, affection, and respect between friends, family members, or acquaintances.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Define:comment t'appelles-tu?
- A.
What is your name?
- B.
How are you?
- C.
Where do you live?
- D.
How old are you?
Correct Answer
A. What is your name?Explanation
The correct answer is "what is your name?" because the question "comment t'appelles-tu?" translates directly to "what is your name?" in English. The other options provided do not accurately represent the meaning of the given phrase.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Choose and appropriate response to the following question:Comment allez-vous?
- A.
Zut!
- B.
Je suis anglaise.
- C.
Je suis français.
- D.
Très bien, merci.
Correct Answer
D. Très bien, merci.Explanation
The correct answer is "Très bien, merci." This phrase translates to "Very well, thank you" in English. It is an appropriate response to the question "Comment allez-vous?" which means "How are you?" The other options are not suitable responses to the question.Rate this question:
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- 4.
What is this accent called?é
- A.
Accent aigu
- B.
Accent grave
- C.
Accent circonflexe
- D.
Tréma
- E.
Cédille
Correct Answer
A. Accent aiguExplanation
The given answer, "accent aigu," is correct because it refers to the specific accent mark used in the word "é." The accent aigu is a diacritical mark that is placed above certain vowels, such as "e," to indicate a change in pronunciation. In this case, the accent aigu changes the pronunciation of the letter "e" to a more open "e" sound.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is this accent called:è
- A.
Aigu
- B.
Grave
- C.
Tréma
- D.
Circonflexe
- E.
Cédille
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B. GraveExplanation
The accent on the letter "è" is called a grave accent. The grave accent is a diacritical mark that is used in various languages to indicate different things, such as vowel pronunciation or stress on a syllable. In the case of "è," the grave accent changes the pronunciation of the letter "e" to a closed "e" sound, as in the word "crème."Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is this accent called?ï
- A.
Aigu
- B.
Grave
- C.
Circonflexe
- D.
Tréma
- E.
Cédille
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D. TrémaExplanation
The accent in question is called a "tréma." The tréma is used in French to indicate that two vowels are to be pronounced separately rather than as a single sound. It is placed above the second vowel in the pair.Rate this question:
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- 7.
MATHcinq + seize =
- A.
Vingt-et-un
- B.
Onze
- C.
Douze
- D.
Un
- E.
Vingt
Correct Answer
A. Vingt-et-unExplanation
The correct answer is "vingt-et-un" because when "MATHcinq" (which translates to "MATHfive") is added to "seize" (which translates to "sixteen"), the sum is "vingt-et-un" (which translates to "twenty-one").Rate this question:
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- 8.
MATHquatre-vingts - dix-neuf =
- A.
Soixante-dix
- B.
Soixante
- C.
Soixante-et-un
- D.
Soixante-onze
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C. Soixante-et-unExplanation
The given equation is "quatre-vingts - dix-neuf = soixante-et-un". In this equation, "quatre-vingts" means 80 and "dix-neuf" means 19. So, subtracting 19 from 80 gives us the result of 61, which is represented by "soixante-et-un" in French.Rate this question:
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- 9.
MATHtrente-deux + soixante-trois
- A.
Soixante-cinq
- B.
Soixante-qinze
- C.
Quatre-vingt-cinq
- D.
Quatre-vingt-quinze
Correct Answer
D. Quatre-vingt-quinzeExplanation
The given expression "MATHtrente-deux + soixante-trois" can be translated to "32 + 63" in English. The sum of 32 and 63 is 95, which is represented as "quatre-vingt-quinze" in French. Therefore, the correct answer is "quatre-vingt-quinze".Rate this question:
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- 10.
Choose the correctly formed sentence.
- A.
Marie, tu es anglais?
- B.
Marie, tu es français?
- C.
Marie, tu es française?
- D.
Marie, tu es américain?
Correct Answer
C. Marie, tu es française?Explanation
The correct answer is "Marie, tu es française?" because it matches the gender of the person being addressed (Marie) and the nationality being asked about (française).Rate this question:
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- 11.
Find the best answer to the question.Bob, tu es de Dallas?
- A.
Oui, je suis français.
- B.
Oui, je suis anglais.
- C.
Oui, je suis américain.
- D.
Oui, je suis américaine.
Correct Answer
C. Oui, je suis américain.Explanation
The correct answer is "Oui, je suis américain." The question asks if Bob is from Dallas, and the response states that he is American. This answer aligns with the question and provides the nationality of Bob.Rate this question:
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- 12.
What is "la rentrée?"
- A.
First day of vacation
- B.
Another name for the Eiffel Tour
- C.
Family
- D.
First day of school
Correct Answer
D. First day of schoolExplanation
"La rentrée" refers to the first day of school. In French, "la rentrée" literally means "the return" and it is used to describe the period when students and teachers return to school after the summer break. It is an important event in France, marking the beginning of the academic year and often accompanied by various preparations and rituals. Therefore, the correct answer is "first day of school."Rate this question:
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- 13.
Martinique is
- A.
A French-speaking country
- B.
An island in the Carribean that is part of France.
- C.
An island off the coast of France.
- D.
A cartoon character.
Correct Answer
B. An island in the Carribean that is part of France.Explanation
Martinique is an island in the Caribbean that is part of France. It is not a country itself but rather an overseas territory of France. As an island, it is located in the Caribbean Sea and is known for its beautiful beaches, lush rainforests, and vibrant culture. Being part of France, Martinique is an integral part of the French Republic and its residents are French citizens. This status also means that Martinique uses French as its official language and follows French laws and regulations.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Translate:l'agrafeuse
- A.
Window
- B.
Stapler
- C.
Desk
- D.
Board
Correct Answer
B. StaplerExplanation
The correct answer is "stapler" because "l'agrafeuse" is a French word that translates to "stapler" in English.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Translate:un copain
- A.
A friend
- B.
A brother
- C.
A father
- D.
A sister
Correct Answer
A. A friendExplanation
"Un copain" is a French phrase that translates to "a friend" in English. It refers to a male friend or a companion.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Jaune
- A.
Yellow
- B.
Orange
- C.
Red
- D.
Purple
Correct Answer
A. YellowExplanation
The word "Jaune" is French for "yellow."Rate this question:
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- 17.
Soixante-cinq
- A.
63
- B.
73
- C.
65
- D.
75
Correct Answer
C. 65Explanation
The answer is 65 because "soixante-cinq" is the French word for "sixty-five".Rate this question:
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- 18.
Un frère
- A.
Mother
- B.
Sister
- C.
Father
- D.
Brother
Correct Answer
D. BrotherExplanation
The correct answer is "brother". In French, "un frère" translates to "a brother".Rate this question:
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