ESL Questions France
France
From the streets of Paris to the lavender fields of the south, these questions examine the culture of France. Students discuss food, history, and the French way of life.
Beginner
Is the Eiffel Tower tall?
Do you like French bread?
Is Paris a big city?
Do you see the flag?
Is the wine red?
Do you speak French?
Is the cheese good?
Do you like museums?
Is the sun in Nice?
Do you eat croissants?
Is the museum quiet?
Do you see the river?
Is a beret a hat?
Do you like art?
Is the cafe open?
Do you use a map?
Is the train fast?
Do you see the sea?
Is the cake sweet?
Do you like history?
Is the park green?
Do you buy flowers?
Is the castle old?
Do you want to go?
Is France in Europe?
Intermediate
What would you do if you spent a whole week in the French countryside?
How do you feel about the French tradition of taking long lunch breaks?
Is it better to visit Paris or a small village in the mountains?
How do you think French culture influences the world of fashion today?
Why do some people find the French language so difficult to learn?
Have you ever tried to cook a classic French dish at home?
Do you think that French movies are different from Hollywood movies?
How do you feel when you see the famous paintings in the Louvre?
Is it true that French people are very proud of their food?
What is the most interesting piece of French history that you know?
Should we learn a second language to communicate better with tourists?
How often do you eat food that has a French name or style?
Why is the 'Tour de France' such a popular event for cyclists?
Is it difficult to drive a car in the center of a city like Paris?
How do you feel about the way French people express their opinions?
Do you prefer the busy streets of a city or a quiet vineyard?
What is the best gift you could bring home from a trip to France?
How do you handle a situation where you don't speak the local language?
Should every student visit a different country before they finish school?
What is the role of the 'bakery' in a typical French neighborhood?
How do you feel about the weather in the north versus the south?
Is it possible to see the whole country in only two weeks?
Why do people think of France when they talk about romance?
What is a famous French brand that you use in your daily life?
How do you feel when the sun sets over the Seine river?
Advanced
Is the concept of 'laïcité' (secularism) the most important part of French identity?
How does the French education system compare to the system in your country?
Should France return the art and artifacts it took during the colonial era?
Is 'French exceptionalism' a real thing or just a form of national pride?
How do the frequent strikes and protests in France protect workers' rights?
Should the government do more to protect the French language from English words?
How does the 'centralization' of power in Paris affect the rest of the country?
Is it ethical to promote luxury brands while many people struggle to pay rent?
How does French colonial history continue to influence its modern politics?
Should we be worried about the loss of traditional French farming techniques?
How does the 'right to disconnect' law in France help mental health?
Is it possible to be 'truly' French if you don't live in France?
How do the suburbs of large cities differ from the image in travel books?
Should the French government continue to subsidize the local film industry?
How does the '35-hour work week' affect the economy and personal happiness?
Is the French culinary tradition at risk because of the rise of fast food?
How do the 'departments' of France (like Guadeloupe) stay connected to the mainland?
Should we judge the French Revolution by modern standards of human rights?
How does the architecture of Baron Haussmann define the feeling of Paris?
Is the 'Paris Syndrome' a real psychological reaction for disappointed tourists?
How does France balance its role in the EU with its own national interests?
Should the 'baccalauréat' exam be changed to focus more on modern skills?
How do the different regional accents of France change your understanding?
Is the 'Art de Vivre' (art of living) still possible in a globalized world?
What will the French landscape look like as the climate gets much warmer?