French III Final Exam, 2nd Semester
This exam will test students on the grammar, vocabulary, culture, and conversation that students have learned or reviewed. The questions are multiple choice.
- 1.
To accomplish
- A.
Accomplir
- B.
Accompagner
Correct Answer
A. AccomplirExplanation
The correct answer is "accomplir". The word "accomplir" is the French translation of "to accomplish". It is the appropriate verb choice when referring to completing or achieving a task or goal. The other option, "accompagner", means "to accompany" and does not convey the same meaning as "to accomplish". Therefore, "accomplir" is the correct answer in this context.Rate this question:
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- 2.
To add
- A.
Ajouter
- B.
Attraper
Correct Answer
A. AjouterExplanation
The correct answer is "ajouter" because it is the French translation of the word "to add".Rate this question:
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- 3.
To shine
- A.
Briser
- B.
Briller
Correct Answer
B. BrillerExplanation
The correct answer is "briller". In French, "briller" means "to shine".Rate this question:
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- 4.
To blush
- A.
Brosser
- B.
Rougir
Correct Answer
B. RougirExplanation
The correct answer is "rougir" because "rougir" is the French verb that means "to blush." Therefore, it is the appropriate translation for the given word "to blush."Rate this question:
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- 5.
To hide
- A.
Casser
- B.
Cacher
Correct Answer
B. CacherExplanation
The correct answer is "cacher" because it is the correct form of the verb "to hide" in French.Rate this question:
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- 6.
To tear
- A.
Déchirer
- B.
Coûter
Correct Answer
A. DéchirerExplanation
The word "déchirer" means "to tear" in French, while "coûter" means "to cost". Since the question asks for the translation of "to tear", the correct answer is "déchirer".Rate this question:
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- 7.
To ask (for)
- A.
Poser
- B.
Demander
Correct Answer
B. DemanderExplanation
The correct answer is "demander" because it is the appropriate translation of the word "to ask (for)" in French. "Demander" is a verb that means to request or inquire about something, which aligns with the meaning of "to ask (for)".Rate this question:
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- 8.
To live
- A.
Demeurer
- B.
Habiller
Correct Answer
A. DemeurerExplanation
The word "demeurer" in French means "to live" in English. This word is commonly used to refer to the act of residing or staying in a particular place. Therefore, "demeurer" is the correct translation for "to live" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 9.
To like, love
- A.
Aimer
- B.
Parler
Correct Answer
A. AimerExplanation
The word "aimer" in French translates to "to like" or "to love" in English. It is a verb that expresses affection or preference towards someone or something. In the given question, the word "aimer" is listed as an answer, which means it is the correct translation for "to like" or "to love" in French.Rate this question:
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- 10.
To listen (to)
- A.
Durer
- B.
écouter
Correct Answer
B. écouterExplanation
The word "écouter" is the correct answer because it is the French translation of the verb "to listen (to)". The word "durer" does not have the same meaning and is not a suitable translation for "to listen (to)". Therefore, "écouter" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 11.
To fail
- A.
échouer
- B.
Empêcher
Correct Answer
A. échouerExplanation
The correct answer is "échouer" because it is the French translation of the verb "to fail."Rate this question:
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- 12.
To rub
- A.
Frapper
- B.
Frotter
Correct Answer
B. FrotterExplanation
The correct answer is "frotter" because it means "to rub" in French. This word accurately translates the action of rubbing or applying pressure to a surface or object. The other option, "frapper," means "to hit" or "to strike," which does not convey the same meaning as "to rub." Therefore, "frotter" is the most suitable choice for the given word.Rate this question:
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- 13.
To wash
- A.
Lever
- B.
Laver
Correct Answer
B. Laver -
- 14.
To review, iron
- A.
Rester
- B.
Repasser
Correct Answer
B. RepasserExplanation
The word "repasser" is the correct answer because it means "to iron" in French. The other two options, "rester" and "repasser," do not have the same meaning. Therefore, "repasser" is the most suitable choice in the context of reviewing and ironing.Rate this question:
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- 15.
To cross
- A.
Traverser
- B.
Tourner
Correct Answer
A. TraverserExplanation
The word "traverser" is a French verb that means "to cross" in English. It is the most appropriate answer as it directly translates to the given word "to cross". The other options, "tourner" means "to turn" and does not match the meaning of "to cross". Therefore, "traverser" is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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- 16.
To enjoy
- A.
Jouir
- B.
Ravir
Correct Answer
A. JouirExplanation
The correct answer is "jouir." "Jouir" is a French verb that means "to enjoy." It is commonly used to express the pleasure or satisfaction derived from an experience or activity. This verb is often used in the context of enjoying oneself or taking pleasure in something.Rate this question:
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- 17.
To finish
- A.
Finir
- B.
Saisir
Correct Answer
B. SaisirExplanation
The correct answer is "saisir" because it is the French translation of the word "to finish".Rate this question:
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- 18.
To lose
- A.
Vendre
- B.
Perdre
Correct Answer
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- 19.
To break
- A.
Baisser
- B.
Rompre
Correct Answer
B. RompreExplanation
The correct answer is "rompre". In French, "rompre" means "to break" or "to end a relationship". This word is commonly used when referring to the end of a romantic relationship or a friendship. It can also be used in other contexts, such as breaking a contract or breaking a habit.Rate this question:
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- 20.
To hear
- A.
écouter
- B.
Entendre
Correct Answer
B. EntendreExplanation
The correct answer is "entendre" because it means "to hear" in French. The verb "écouter" means "to listen" rather than "to hear." Therefore, "entendre" is the appropriate translation for the given word.Rate this question:
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- 21.
On considère que la France a six côtés. C'est pourquoi on l'appelle l'________
- A.
Hexagone
- B.
Caravane
- C.
Paysage
- D.
Initient
- E.
Stages
Correct Answer
A. HexagoneExplanation
The correct answer is "Hexagone" because the question states that France is considered to have six sides, which is why it is called "Hexagone". This suggests that the shape of France is similar to a hexagon, which has six sides.Rate this question:
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- 22.
Beaucoup de Français préfèrent avoir le confort d'une ______________ quand ils vont camper.
- A.
Hexagone
- B.
Caravane
- C.
Paysage
- D.
Initient
- E.
Stages
Correct Answer
B. CaravaneExplanation
Many French people prefer to have the comfort of a caravan when they go camping. A caravan provides them with a mobile and convenient accommodation option, allowing them to have a comfortable and familiar space while enjoying the outdoors. It offers amenities such as beds, a kitchen, and a bathroom, making it a popular choice for those who want a more comfortable camping experience.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Les Alpes offrent un ________________ magnifique avec leurs sommets couverts de neige et leurs vallées profondes.
- A.
Hexagone
- B.
Caravane
- C.
Paysage
- D.
Initient
- E.
Stages
Correct Answer
C. PaysageExplanation
The correct answer is "paysage" because it is the only word that fits grammatically and contextually in the sentence. It means "landscape" in English and is suitable to describe the beautiful view of the Alps with their snowy peaks and deep valleys.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Quand ils vont à la mer beaucoup de jeunes s'_________________ à la planche à voile, un sport assez difficile.
- A.
Hexagone
- B.
Caravane
- C.
Paysage
- D.
Initient
- E.
Stages
Correct Answer
D. InitientExplanation
The correct answer is "initient". In the given sentence, the verb "initient" is used to describe what many young people do when they go to the sea. It means that they are initiating or starting to practice the sport of windsurfing, which is quite difficult. Therefore, "initient" is the most suitable word to complete the sentence and convey the intended meaning.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Pendant les vacances, certains Français font des ________________ culturels où ils peuvent apprendre l'informatique ou à jouer d'un instrument.
- A.
Hexagone
- B.
Caravane
- C.
Paysage
- D.
Initient
- E.
Stage
Correct Answer
E. StageExplanation
During the holidays, some French people participate in cultural stages where they can learn about computer science or how to play a musical instrument.Rate this question:
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- 26.
Choose the correct tense for the sentence: La famille Boileau téléphone à ses amis de Nice.
- A.
La famille Boileau a téléphoné à ses amis de Nice.
- B.
La famille Boileau ont téléphoné à ses amis de Nice.
- C.
La famille de Boileau est téléphoné à ses amis de Nice.
Correct Answer
A. La famille Boileau a téléphoné à ses amis de Nice.Explanation
The correct answer is "La famille Boileau a téléphoné à ses amis de Nice." This is the correct tense because the sentence is referring to a specific past action that has already been completed. The use of the auxiliary verb "a" before the past participle "téléphoné" indicates that the family Boileau has already made the phone call to their friends in Nice.Rate this question:
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- 27.
Choose the correct past tense for the sentence: Ils décident de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis.
- A.
Ils a décidé de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis.
- B.
Ils ont décidé de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis.
- C.
Ils ont décidé de passé leur vacances avec leurs amis.
Correct Answer
B. Ils ont décidé de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis.Explanation
The correct past tense for the sentence "Ils décident de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis" is "Ils ont décidé de passer leur vacances avec leurs amis." This is because the subject "Ils" is plural, so the verb "décider" should also be in the plural form "ont décidé." Additionally, the correct form of the verb "passer" is "passer" and not "passé" in this context.Rate this question:
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- 28.
François et ses amis _______________ aller à la plage. (vouloir, passé composé)
- A.
A voulu
- B.
Ont voulu
- C.
Sont voulu
- D.
Avons voulu
Correct Answer
B. Ont vouluExplanation
The correct answer is "ont voulu". This is because "ont voulu" is the correct conjugation of the verb "vouloir" in the passé composé tense for the subject "François et ses amis", which is plural.Rate this question:
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- 29.
François ___________________ la voiture de son père. (conduire, passé composé)
- A.
Ont conduisé
- B.
A consuisé
- C.
A conduit
- D.
A condu
Correct Answer
C. A conduitExplanation
The correct answer is "a conduit." In the context of the sentence, "François" is the subject and "la voiture de son père" is the direct object. The verb "conduire" means "to drive" in French, and in the passé composé tense, it is conjugated as "a conduit" for the third person singular subject "François." Therefore, the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence is "a conduit."Rate this question:
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- 30.
Son père lui ______________________ de la prendre (permettre, passé composé)
- A.
A permis
- B.
A permit
- C.
A permi
Correct Answer
A. A permisExplanation
The correct answer is "a permis". In French, the verb "permettre" means "to allow" or "to permit". In the context of the sentence, the subject's father allowed or permitted her to take something. The verb "permettre" is conjugated in the third person singular form of the passé composé tense, which is "a permis".Rate this question:
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- 31.
Sur la route, les amis ______________ les vitres (ouvrir, passé composé)
- A.
Ont ouvré
- B.
Ont ouvri
- C.
Ont ouvert
Correct Answer
C. Ont ouvertExplanation
The correct answer is "ont ouvert." In French, the verb "ouvrir" means "to open." In the given sentence, the subject "les amis" is plural, so we use the auxiliary verb "ont" (from "avoir") in the third person plural form. To form the past participle of "ouvrir," we remove the infinitive ending "-ir" and add "-ert." Therefore, the correct past participle is "ouvert."Rate this question:
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En chemin, ils ____________ beaucoup ___________. (rire, passé composé)
- A.
A, ri
- B.
Ont ri
- C.
A rit
- D.
Ont rit
Correct Answer
B. Ont riExplanation
The correct answer is "ont ri". In French, the verb "rire" (to laugh) is conjugated in the passé composé (compound past) tense using the auxiliary verb "avoir" (to have) followed by the past participle "ri". Since the subject "ils" (they) is plural, the correct conjugation is "ont ri", which means "they laughed".Rate this question:
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Ils _____________________ la côte. (suivre, passé composé)
- A.
Ont suivu
- B.
Sont suivu
- C.
Sont suivi
- D.
Ont suivi
Correct Answer
D. Ont suiviExplanation
The correct answer is "ont suivi". In French, the verb "suivre" (to follow) is conjugated with the auxiliary verb "avoir" (to have) in the passé composé tense. The subject "ils" (they) is plural, so the correct form of the auxiliary verb is "ont". Therefore, the correct conjugation is "ont suivi".Rate this question:
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- 34.
François __________________ quitter la route nationale. (devoir, passé composé)
- A.
A dû
- B.
A du
- C.
A doit
Correct Answer
A. A dûExplanation
The correct answer is "a dû." In this sentence, the verb "devoir" is used in the passé composé tense, indicating a past action. "A dû" is the correct conjugation of "devoir" in the passé composé for the subject "François." It means "had to" in English, indicating that François had to leave the national road.Rate this question:
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Il _____________ un petit chemin. (voir, passé composé)
- A.
A voulu
- B.
A vu
- C.
A volu
- D.
A vuolu
Correct Answer
B. A vuExplanation
The correct answer is "a vu" because the verb "voir" (to see) is conjugated in the passé composé tense with the auxiliary verb "avoir" (to have). The correct form of "avoir" in the third person singular is "a" and the past participle of "voir" is "vu". Therefore, the correct conjugation is "a vu".Rate this question:
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- 36.
Ils ________ vite __________ qu'ils étaient seuls. (comprendre, passé composé)
- A.
Ont comprendu
- B.
Ont comprenu
- C.
Ont compris
Correct Answer
C. Ont comprisExplanation
The correct answer is "ont compris." In French, the verb "comprendre" (to understand) is conjugated in the passé composé with the auxiliary verb "avoir" (to have) followed by the past participle "compris." Therefore, the correct conjugation for the subject "ils" (they) is "ont compris."Rate this question:
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- 37.
Ils _______________ une petite plage bien tranquille (découvrir, passé composé)
- A.
Ont découvert
- B.
Ont découvri
- C.
Ont découvré
- D.
Ont découvru
Correct Answer
A. Ont découvertExplanation
The correct answer is "ont découvert." In French, the verb "découvrir" (to discover) is conjugated in the passé composé tense with the auxiliary verb "avoir" (to have) and the past participle "découvert." The subject "ils" (they) requires the third person plural form of the auxiliary verb "avoir," which is "ont." Therefore, the correct conjugation is "ont découvert."Rate this question:
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- 38.
Fabienne (a girl) et son amie Martine _________________ à Strasbourg (aller, passé composé)
- A.
Sont allées
- B.
Sont allés
- C.
Sont allé
- D.
Sont allée
Correct Answer
A. Sont alléesExplanation
The correct answer is "sont allées." In French, the verb "aller" (to go) agrees in gender and number with the subject. Since Fabienne and her friend Martine are both female, the past participle "allées" needs to agree with them in gender and number.Rate this question:
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- 39.
Fabienne (a girl) _____________ rendre visite à sa mère. (aller, passé composé)
- A.
Est allé
- B.
Est allée
- C.
A allée
- D.
A allé
Correct Answer
B. Est alléeExplanation
The correct answer is "est allée". In French, when using the verb "aller" in the passé composé (past tense), the auxiliary verb "être" is used. Since Fabienne is a girl, the past participle "allée" agrees in gender and number with the subject, so it becomes "est allée".Rate this question:
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- 40.
Elle _________ avant le déjeuner. (arriver, passé composé)
- A.
A arrivé
- B.
Est arrivé
- C.
Est arrivée
- D.
A arrivée
Correct Answer
C. Est arrivéeExplanation
The correct answer is "est arrivée." In French, when using the passé composé tense with the verb "arriver" (to arrive), we need to use the auxiliary verb "être" (to be) as the helping verb. Since the subject "Elle" is feminine, we use the feminine form of the auxiliary verb, which is "est." The past participle of "arriver" is "arrivée," which agrees in gender with the subject "Elle." Therefore, the correct form is "est arrivée."Rate this question:
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- 41.
Elle ______________ chez sa mère tout l'après-midi. (rester, passé composé)
- A.
Est restée
- B.
Est resté
- C.
A resté
- D.
A restée
Correct Answer
A. Est restéeExplanation
The correct answer is "est restée". In French, the verb "rester" (to stay) agrees with the subject in gender and number. Since "Elle" is a singular feminine pronoun, the past participle "restée" also needs to be in the feminine singular form. Therefore, "est restée" is the correct conjugation of the verb "rester" in the passé composé tense when referring to "Elle".Rate this question:
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- 42.
Martine, elle, ___________________ en haut de la cathédrale. (monter)
- A.
Est monté
- B.
Est montée
- C.
A monté
Correct Answer
B. Est montéeExplanation
The correct answer is "est montée". In French, the verb "monter" means "to go up" or "to climb". Since the subject of the sentence is "Martine", a female, the past participle of the verb needs to agree in gender and number. In this case, the past participle "montée" is used because Martine is a female. Therefore, the correct form of the verb "monter" in this sentence is "est montée".Rate this question:
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- 43.
Malheureusement, elle ____________ dans l'escalier. (tomber, passé composé)
- A.
A tombé
- B.
Est tombé
- C.
Est tombé
- D.
Est tombée
Correct Answer
D. Est tombéeExplanation
The correct answer is "est tombée." In French, the verb "tomber" (to fall) is conjugated with the auxiliary verb "être" in the passé composé tense. Since the subject of the sentence is feminine (elle), the past participle "tombée" agrees in gender and number.Rate this question:
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Mais tout _________________ bien______________. Pas grave! (aller, passé composé)
- A.
Est allé
- B.
Est allée
- C.
Sont allés
- D.
Sont allées
Correct Answer
A. Est alléExplanation
In this sentence, "Mais tout" indicates that the subject is singular. The verb "aller" needs to agree with the subject in gender and number. Since the subject is masculine singular, the correct form of the verb is "est allé."Rate this question:
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- 45.
Le soir, les amies _______________ (sortir, passé composé)
- A.
Est sorti
- B.
Est sortie
- C.
Sont sorties
- D.
Sont sortis
Correct Answer
C. Sont sortiesExplanation
The correct answer is "sont sorties." In French, when talking about a group of female friends, the verb "sortir" needs to agree with the subject in gender and number. Since "amies" is a plural feminine noun, the past participle "sorties" also needs to be in the plural feminine form. Therefore, the correct conjugation of "sortir" in the passé composé for this sentence is "sont sorties."Rate this question:
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- 46.
Elles ___________________ en ville dans un petit restaurant alsacien (descendre, passé composé)
- A.
Est descendue
- B.
Est descendu
- C.
Sont descendues
- D.
Sont descendus
Correct Answer
C. Sont descenduesExplanation
The correct answer is "sont descendues." In French, the verb "descendre" is conjugated with the auxiliary verb "être" in the passé composé tense when the subject is plural and feminine. Since "Elles" refers to a group of females, the correct form of the verb is "sont descendues."Rate this question:
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Elles __________________ chez elles très tard. Quelle bonne journée! (rentrer, passé composé)
- A.
Est rentré
- B.
Est rentrée
- C.
Sont rentrés
- D.
Sont rentrées
- E.
Ont rentré
Correct Answer
D. Sont rentréesExplanation
The correct answer is "sont rentrées." This is because the subject "Elles" is feminine and plural, so the past participle "rentrées" needs to agree with it in gender and number. The auxiliary verb "être" is used in the passé composé to form the compound verb "sont rentrées."Rate this question:
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- 48.
Il faut que vous ________________.
- A.
Lisez ce livre
- B.
Lisiez ce livre
- C.
Liriez ce livre
Correct Answer
B. Lisiez ce livreExplanation
The correct answer is "lisiez ce livre." This is the correct conjugation of the verb "lire" in the subjunctive mood for the pronoun "vous." The subjunctive mood is used to express a subjective or uncertain action, and in this case, it indicates a requirement or necessity for the person addressed to read the book.Rate this question:
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Je veux que tu ______________________ .
- A.
écrives une lettre à ta soeur.
- B.
écrire une lettre à ta soeur.
- C.
écrites une lettre à ta soeur.
Correct Answer
A. écrives une lettre à ta soeur.Explanation
The correct answer is "écrives une lettre à ta soeur." This is the correct form of the verb "écrire" in the imperative mood for the subject "tu." In French, when giving a command or instruction to someone, the verb form changes. In this case, the verb "écrire" is conjugated as "écrives" for the subject "tu." The other options, "écrire" and "écrites," are not correct verb forms for the imperative mood with the subject "tu."Rate this question:
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- 50.
Il vaut mieux qu'elle ___________________.
- A.
Conduit lentement
- B.
Conduire lentement
- C.
Conduise lentement.
Correct Answer
C. Conduise lentement.Explanation
The correct answer is "conduise lentement." This is because the sentence is in the subjunctive mood, indicating a hypothetical or uncertain action. In this case, the phrase "Il vaut mieux" suggests a recommendation or preference, so the subjunctive form of the verb "conduire" is used.Rate this question:
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