This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the history of SAPEurs and their role in African culture.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Les SAPEurs are members of a special society, one that loves to dress elegantly and show off their style. Despite living in poverty, many of the members of the society find a way to dress like the most elegant gentlemen of the past. Learn about the origins of the society and their current situation in this reading for intermediate/advanced French learners. Reading is in passé composé and imparfait.

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• Google slides reading in French about the SAPEurs
• 13 comprehension questions in English
• 13 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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• Les SAPEurs - non-fiction French reading Boom Cards™ version
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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the role of the démineurs in France. The Départment du Déminage is in charge of removing the unexploded mines and grenades that remain in France - from World War 1! Read about how the job is done and the dangers of these weapons, 100 years after the end of the war.

 It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about the démineurs
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the invention and development of roller coasters.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Roller coasters are a highlight of summer visits to the amusement park - but how did they come to exist? There's a lot of science involved in making a fun - but safe - ride. Learn about the history of roller coasters and how they work, including information about the "coaster of death" designed to kill its riders painlessly.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in simple French about roller coasters
• Google slides reading in standard French about roller coasters
• 6 comprehension questions in English
• 6 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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What are the "murder hornets" that everyone is talking about? Are they really that dangerous? Should we worry about them? Learn about where they come from and why they have some people worried in this reading for French learners.

Includes reading passage suitable for level 2 and up plus comprehension questions in English so you can be sure your students have understood what they've read.

This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about pirate Jeanne de Clisson and how she got her revenge.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Jeanne de Clisson was called the Lioness of Brittany - angered after the execution of her husband, she swore vengeance against the French crown. She followed up on her threat and became one of the most violent pirates of the era, leaving few survivors from the ships she attacked.

This 2-page French reading for intermediate and advanced French students will teach you all about the castles, their history and purpose.  Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about Jeanne de Clisson
• 13 comprehension questions in English
• 13 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the MOF - Meilleur Ouvrier de France competition. It takes a lot of hard work and time to become a MOF - one of the best workers in France. The competition determines who is worthy of the medal and the title as the best in their field - an award that is given out by the President of France and held in highest esteem!  Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about the MOF
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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How does the French government work? Who has power and how do they get it? Learn about the national and local government and how it functions in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes Google™ Slides reading in French with glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

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Google slides reading in French about the French government

short-answer comprehension questions in English

short-answer comprehension questions in French

Answer key

Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the knights templar, a medieval order of knights in the holy land.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

The Knights Templar were originally founded to protect pilgrims in the holy land, but they eventually became one of the most powerful organizations in the world. Learn about their beginnings and their violent end in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes a 3-page article in French with a glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google™ slides reading in French
• Google™ slides 9 short answer questions in English
• Google™ slides 9 short answer questions in French
• Answer key
• Links to related resources

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•French reading comprehension Templars - Print and digital bundle

•French reading comprehension activity | The Knights Templar

•The Knights Templar French reading - Google™ Drive version

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about a medieval queen who knew what she wanted and made sure to get it - queen Brunehaut.  Queen Brunehaut was a powerful female ruler, intelligent and ruthless. She made many enemies, but along the way she was able to make a lasting impression on her territory. Learn about this forgotten queen in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about Queen Brunehaut
• 8 short-answer comprehension questions in English
• 8 short-answer comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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Who was the mysterious man in the iron mask? Learn about the prisoner who died without revealing his identity - even two hundred years later, we still are not entirely sure who he was. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes Google™ Slides reading in French with glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

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Google slides reading in French about the man in the iron mask

6 short-answer comprehension questions in English

6 short-answer comprehension questions in French

Answer key

Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the cathedral of Chartres. Chartres Cathedral is an architectural and historical marvel. The building itself was shaped by the events of history, but remarkably the stained glass windows have survived fairly well through centuries of fires, natural disasters and war. Read about the remarkable history of this beautiful building in this reading activity for intermediate and advanced French learners.

 It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about Chartres cathedral
• 7 comprehension questions in English
• 7 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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• Chartres Cathedral - reading for int/adv French learners

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Are you looking for a fun French reading comprehension activity for the fall season?  This short story is a great way to practice interpretive reading while enjoying the holiday season. The story is in the past tense, with lots of instances of the passé composé and imparfait - so it's the perfect chance to review for your more advanced students, or get a little more practice for your students who are learning the past tense.

It's fall. The leaves are changing, coats and sweaters are showing up, and the smell of pumpkin spice latte is taking over. But the drink hides a sinister secret that could lead to the downfall of the planet! Who can save us, and what is the secret weapon? A great story for fall/autumn, Halloween or Thanksgiving.

This item includes:

• Google slides short story
• comprehension questions in French and English
• answer key

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⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Great relevant story to use with classes in the fall! (with a fun twist!)"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐"Cute story to go along with fall, grade-level appropriate. Well done!"

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "Great activity for the season and wonderful resource to leave with supply teacher! Awesome read!"

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Timothée Chalamet is one of the hottest young TV and film stars of 2021 - and he speaks fluent French! Learn about this workaholic actor in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes a Google™ Slides article in French with glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

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Google™ Slides article in French about animals in space

5 comprehension questions in English

5 comprehension questions in French

Answer key

Resources page with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about French resistance heroine Andrée Peel.  After losing members of her family to the Nazi invasion, she fought back in courageous ways, barely escaping with her life. Her life after the war was equally interesting.  Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about André Peel
• 9 comprehension questions in English
• 9 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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• Andrée Peel

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about French free climber Alain Robert.  Spiderman isn't just a movie character - Alain Robert has been climbing buildings without safety equipment for over 30 years. He's scaled the tallest buildings in the world, but his climbs have come with a price. This 2-page article for intermediate and advanced French students will tell the story of Robert and his climbs.  Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about Alain Robert
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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Chambon-sur-Lignon is remembered today for a very special reason - the entire village is considered to be one of the "righteous among nations" due to its efforts to save the persecuted during World War 2. That tradition and ethic continues today - learn more in this reading for French learners. Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently. Includes a Google™ Slides article in French with glossary of less frequent words. Respond to comprehension questions in both English and French. Includes answer key as well as a guide to more online resources, both websites and videos.

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Google™ Slides article in French about Chambon-sur-Lignon

5 comprehension questions in English

5 comprehension questions in French

Answer key

Resources page with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the GIGN.The GIGN is France's answer to SWAT/special forces. They've played a role in hostage rescue, hijacking resolutions, and most recently in the Charlie Hebdo/Jewish supermarket crisis. Your students will want to learn about these amazing soldiers!  Intermediate low learners will be able to understand the reading with scaffolding and teacher support while Intermediate mid and higher will be able to read independently.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in French about the GIGN
• 11 comprehension questions in English
• 11 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about perfume.  Learn about the history of perfume and how it's made in this reading article for French learners. Suitable for second year and up, it teaches about the different types of scent, how it's made, and the reasons for using perfume.

 It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Includes a printable reading with vocabulary, comprehension questions in both English and French, answer key, and links to related videos and websites.

The print version includes:

• 2 -page article in French about perfume
• 14 comprehension questions in English
• 14 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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• Google slides reading in French about perfume
• 14 comprehension questions in English
• 14  comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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This French reading comprehension activity unit will teach your students about the role of sports in French as well as some vocabulary about sports.  It includes short articles about professional sports, Paris Saint-Germain, and the sport of Pétanque,

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Slides version of articles in French about sports in France
• Comprehension questions in English for the readings
• Identify the sports by reading a description of the sport in French
• Activity to write about your favorite sport in French
• Activity to find a sport to play at a French MJC
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• Set of printable posters with the name of some sports in French

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the life and accomplishments of civil rights activist and singer Nina Simone.  It is suitable for novice-high/intermediate-low students with teacher guidance and higher-level students to work independently.  If you teach AP French, this reading can be useful in giving your students practice reading nonfiction articles for the interpretive section of the test.  The reading can lead to discussion or writing activities to include the other two modes of communication.

Nina Simone is one of the biggest names in music and was a big part of the civil rights movement. Learn about her history and accomplishments in this reading for French learners.

The Google™ drive item includes:

• Google slides reading in simple French about Nina Simone
• Google slides reading in standard French about Nina Simone
• 6 comprehension questions in English
• 6 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources pages with links to videos and website

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