Life in the town and rural life

Question 2

What is the French term for ‘poster’?

Answer 2

affiche (f)

Refers to a printed notice or advertisement.

Question 3

What does ‘aimer’ mean in English?

Answer 3

to love

A common verb used in expressing affection.

Question 4

Translate ‘à l’étranger’ to English.

Answer 4

abroad

Indicates being in a foreign country.

Question 5

What is the meaning of ‘amusant(e)’?

Answer 5

amusing

Describes something that is entertaining.

Question 6

What is the French word for ‘lake’?

Answer 6

lac (m)

A large body of water surrounded by land.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: ‘_______ (m) – shop.’

Answer 7

magasin

A place where goods are sold.

Question 8

What does ‘loin’ mean?

Answer 8

far

An adverb used to indicate distance.

Question 9

What is the French term for ‘slow’?

Answer 9

lent(e) (adj)

Used to describe a lack of speed.

Question 10

What is ‘mairie’ in English?

Answer 10

town hall

The building where local government is based.

Question 11

What does ‘métro’ refer to?

Answer 11

underground

A rapid transit system in urban areas.

Question 12

What is the meaning of ‘auberge’?

Answer 12

inn

A type of lodging or guesthouse.

Question 13

What is the French word for ‘mountain’?

Answer 13

montagne (f)

A large landform that rises prominently above its surroundings.

Question 14

Translate ‘banlieue’ to English.

Answer 14

suburb

A residential area located on the outskirts of a city.

Question 15

What does ‘mouton’ mean?

Answer 15

sheep

A domesticated animal raised for wool and meat.

Question 16

What is the French term for ‘building’?

Answer 16

bâtiment (m)

A structure with a roof and walls.

Question 17

What does ‘beau/belle’ mean?

Answer 17

handsome, beautiful

Descriptive adjectives for physical appearance.

Question 18

Fill in the blank: ‘_______ (f) – library.’

Answer 18

bibliothèque

A place where books and other media are stored for public use.

Question 19

What is ‘campagne’ in English?

Answer 19

countryside

A rural area outside of cities and towns.

Question 20

What does ‘canard’ mean?

Answer 20

duck

A waterfowl often found in both wild and domesticated forms.

Question 21

What is the French word for ‘crossroads’?

Answer 21

carrefour (m)

A point where two or more roads meet.

Question 22

What does ‘centre-ville’ refer to?

Answer 22

town centre

The main area of a town where commercial and cultural activities occur.

Question 23

What is the meaning of ‘à pied’?

Answer 23

on foot

Indicates traveling by walking.

Question 24

What does ‘piéton(ne)’ mean?

Answer 24

pedestrian

Refers to a person who is walking, especially in urban areas.

Question 25

What is 'circulation' in English?

Answer 25

traffic ## Footnote The movement of vehicles and people on roads.

Question 26

What does 'piscine' mean?

Answer 26

swimming pool ## Footnote A structure designed for swimming.

Question 27

What is the French term for 'traffic light'?

Answer 27

feu rouge (m) ## Footnote A signaling device for controlling vehicle and pedestrian traffic.

Question 28

What does 'site touristique' refer to?

Answer 28

sight, place of interest ## Footnote Locations that attract tourists.

Question 29

What is 'galerie' in English?

Answer 29

gallery ## Footnote A space for displaying art or exhibitions.

Question 30

What does 'habitant' mean?

Answer 30

inhabitant ## Footnote A person who lives in a particular place.

Question 31

What is the French word for 'farm'?

Answer 31

ferme (f) ## Footnote A place where crops and livestock are raised.

Question 32

Fill in the blank: '_______ (m/f) – farmer.'

Answer 32

fermier(~ière) ## Footnote A person who operates a farm.

Question 33

What does 'endroit' mean?

Answer 33

place ## Footnote A particular position or location.

Question 34

What is the meaning of 'ennuyeux/euse'?

Answer 34

boring ## Footnote Describes something that lacks interest.

Question 35

What is 'étage' in English?

Answer 35

floor/storey ## Footnote Refers to a level of a building.

Question 36

What does 'historique' mean?

Answer 36

historic ## Footnote Pertaining to history or significant events.

Question 37

What is 'hôtel de ville' in English?

Answer 37

town hall ## Footnote A building where local government is housed.

Question 38

What does 'industriel(le)' refer to?

Answer 38

industrial ## Footnote Related to industry or manufacturing.

Question 39

What is the French term for 'public garden'?

Answer 39

jardin public (m) ## Footnote A green space open to the public.

Question 40

What does 'kiosque à journaux' mean?

Answer 40

news stand ## Footnote A small shop where newspapers and magazines are sold.