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
• Les Cathares - non-fiction French reading - int/adv - Google drive