French Provinces

Question 1

Hosts a large number of battlefields, war cemeteries, and memorials; it was a central part of the trench warfare of WWI

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Hauts-de-France

Question 2

Due to its location, it contains a strong mix of Gallic and Germanic culture

Answer 2

Grand Est

Question 3

Throughout history, much of this area ping-ponged between France and Germany

Answer 3

Grand Est

Question 4

Its capital, Strasbourg, is one of three headquarters of the United Nations

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Grand Est

Question 5

Important grape-producing region, known for its world-famous wines

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Bourgogne

Question 6

Contains the oldest Roman theater in France

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Auvergne

Question 7

Its principal city, Lyon, is famous for its silk industry

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Auvergne

Question 8

Its principal mountain range contains Mont Blanc, the tallest peak in western Europe

Answer 8

Auvergne

Question 9

Has the best preserved Roman monuments

Answer 9

Provence

Question 10

Its Riviera or “Blue Coast” is one of the most famous resort areas of Europe

Answer 10

Provence

Question 11

Its mild, sunny climate reflects its agricultural roots

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Occitanie

Question 12

The largest administrative region of France

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Nouvelle Aquitaine

Question 13

The most important commercial activity continues to be wine-making

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Nouvelle Aquitaine

Question 14

Known as the “Garden of France” because it produces large quantities of fruits and vegetables

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Centre

Question 15

Famous for its beautiful châteaux

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Centre

Question 16

Paris is its capital

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Ile-de-France

Question 17

This region was the administrative heart of France since the kings lived and held court here

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Ile-de-France

Question 18

Contains fertile farms and rich pastureland

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Normandie

Question 19

Produces large quantities of milk, butter, and cheese

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Normandie

Question 20

Allies landed on the beaches here to liberate France from the Nazis

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Normandie

Question 21

William the Conqueror set out from here to invade England

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Normandie

Question 22

Described by UNESCO as a “cultural landscape of exceptional beauty”

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Pays de Loire

Question 23

Iron and uranium are mined in this region

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Pays de Loire

Question 24

Includes an abundance of small farms

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Pays de Loire

Question 25

Numerous fishing villages dot the rugged coastline

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Bretagne

Question 26

Its Celtic dialect is still spoken

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Bretagne

Question 27

Known as the birthplace (and place of exile) of Napoléon Bonaparte

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Corse

Question 28

2/3 of this region is mountainous and the vegetation is luxuriant due to its climate

Answer 28

Corse

Question 29

Still maintains a great deal of Italian influence

Answer 29

Corse