Foreign Language Courses - French
FRENCH 1*;
Grades 9-12; full year
Prerequisite: None
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The emphasis in French 1 is placed upon listening, speaking abilities, and cultural topics. French is used extensively in the classroom and student participation is required. An introduction to vocabulary and grammar provides a solid foundation for further study.
FRENCH 2;
Grades 9-12; full year
Prerequisite: French 1 or instructor approval
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This course is a continuation of the intensive work with speaking and listening skills students began in French 1. Stress is placed on the student’s use of French in the classroom for most communication. The study of additional grammatical concepts, vocabulary, and cultural themes prepares the student for controlled and free oral and written expression.
FRENCH 3;
Grades 10-12; full year
Prerequisite: French 2
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This course emphasizes the oral and cultural aspects of the language through the study of advanced grammar, composition, and short stories. Focus on spontaneous and prepared speaking provides students with active use of grammatical structures that bring about oral proficiency.
FRENCH 4;
Grades 11-12; full year
Prerequisite: French 3
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Emphasis is on advanced skill development in reading, writing and speaking. A complete grammar and verb tense review is done before presentation of new topics.