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FRENCH III

Full year - One credit

The prerequisite for this course is French II. In French III, students continue to cover “checkpoint B” of the New York State syllabus. Thematic topics covered include Personal Identity, Family, Professions, House & Home, Meal Taking, Health, Services, Sports & Leisure and Travel. Emphasis is placed on the skills of reading, writing, listening, and oral communication. Students work with a peer partner on a regular basis to ensure that they are using their newly acquired vocabulary and grammar skills. Projects during the year which enable practice of vocabulary, grammar and speaking skills include a bio-poem, a greeting card and a travel advertisement. Cultural understanding is developed as students compare and contrast American and French cultures on a regular basis. This course