In-class activities for students: Try these activities with a classmate or two or on your own!
Because of their varied geography, France and Canada are countries whose people participate in all types of sports and outdoor activities. Read all about some favorite sports of French-speaking people by following the links below.
Can you define les sports de glisse? In France and Canada, these sports are extremely popular. Make a list of the sports you think are included in this category, and check your answers at the sites listed below.
In your opinion, are Americans healthier than French or Canadian people? Or are they less healthy? Use information from the sites listed below to support your claims.
Avez-vous la grippe?
Now try identifying French terms for common ailments. Using the maps available on the Sentiweb site, can you trace the spread of the flu across France?
Parasailing is a spectacular and exciting sport that is popular in France. By looking at the Web sites listed below, what can you learn about parasailing?
