This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the history of the Cathars and the crusade against them.  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 Cathars were a religious group in France, nearly wiped out by a Catholic crusade. What were their beliefs, and why were they considered a threat by the Catholic church? Learn about them in this reading for intermediate and advanced French learners. Includes imparfait and passé composé.

The print version includes:

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

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Digital versions of this product:
• Les Cathares - non-fiction French reading Boom Cards™ version
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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the atrocities that took place in the village of Oradour-sur-Glane during the Nazi occupation of France.  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 non-fiction 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 village of Oradour-sur-Glane was a peaceful one, until the morning of July 10, 1944. The Nazis were angry about the capture of one of their men, and they took their revenge on the village. After the war ended, the inhabitants chose to leave the village as it was on the day of the massacre as a memorial to those lost. Learn about the events of the day and how the village lives on in this reading.

The item includes:

• 2-page article in French about Oradour-sur-Glane
• 6 comprehension questions in English
• 6 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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• French reading comprehension activity | Oradour-Sur-Glane -

• Oradour-Sur-Glane - reading for French learners, Google™ Slides version

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the impact of the Romans on France and French 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 non-fiction 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 Romans left their mark all over Europe, including France. After fighting with the native Gauls, they were able to subdue the country and turn it into several Roman provinces. Even today we can visit some of their architecture and see how they lived. 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 2-page 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.

The item includes:

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

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• Romans in France - reading for French learners

• Romans in France - reading for French learners Google™ drive version

• The Romans in France French reading activity - Boom™ cards version

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the arrival and effects of the Black Plague on Europe.  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.

Learn about the origin and causes of the Black Plague in Europe in this reading for French learners. Includes information about the history, cause, and treatments. Includes imparfait and passé composé.

The print version includes:

• 3-page article in French about the Black Plague
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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• La Peste noire - non-fiction French reading Boom Cards™ version
• La peste noire - non-fiction French reading - Google drive version

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 print version includes:

• 2-page article in French about the Knights Templar
• 9 comprehension questions in English
• 9 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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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 the 1918 flu pandemic.  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 non-fiction 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 two versions - one that is suitable for levels 3-4 and one that is simplified for level 2. Level 2 version has imparfait and passé composé while level 3-4 version has some subjunctive as well. Each version has a vocabulary list. Comprehension questions in both English and French, plus a guide to related video and reading resources

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

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• French reading comprehension activity | La grippe de 1918

• La grippe de 1918 - reading for French learners - Boom Cards™

• La grippe de 1918 - reading for French learners - Google drive™ version

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the tragedy of the century in France.  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 non-fiction 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 Bazaar de la Charité was one of the premier events in Paris in the late 1800's - wealthy women came from the finest families to raise money for charity. But something went terribly wrong and the catastrophe changed Paris society for other. Learn about this event and its effect on the most powerful families of the time in this reading. The event was the basis for a Netflix series.

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• 3-page article in French about animals in space
• 6 comprehension questions in English
• 6 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 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 print version includes:

• 3-page article in French about Queen Brunehaut
• 8 short-answer comprehension questions in English
• 8 short-answer comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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•French reading comprehension Queen Brunehaut - Print and digital bundle

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This French reading comprehension activity will teach your students about the life of French queen Eleanore of Aquitaine and her reign.  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 non-fiction 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.

Eleanor of Aquitaine was one of the strongest female rulers in history, and she led a long and full life. But it wasn't always the happiest life - she was overshadowed by two powerful husbands and eventually locked up in exile. Her children became rulers in their own right and she is now remembered as one of the great women rulers of European history. Learn about her troubles and triumphs in this reading for French learners.

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• 4-page article in French about Eleanor
• 9 comprehension questions in English
• 9 comprehension questions in French
• Answer key
• Resources page with links to videos and website

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• French reading comprehension activity | Eleanor of Aquitaine

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