Unit-2 France
France Vocabulary
English Japanese
1 World Heritage Sites 世界遺産
2 well-known よく知られた
3 attract (人を)惹きつける
4 millions of 何百万もの
5 decoration 装飾
6 magical 魔法の
7 tide 潮の
8 In addition さらに
9 crispy サクサクした
10 bakery パン屋
11 buttery バターを含んだ
12 flaky バラバラになりやすい
13 architecture 建築
14 fascinate 魅了する
15 flavor 風味
1a France: A Land of Culture and Flavor
France is a country full of history, culture, and delicious food. Many people
around the world know it for its beautiful World Heritage Sites and famous
bread.
One of the most well-known landmarks in France is the Eiffel Tower in Paris. It
attracts millions of visitors every year. Another famous place is the Palace of
Versailles, which was once home to French kings. Its golden decorations and
huge gardens make it a special place to visit. France also has beautiful castles,
such as Mont Saint-Michel, which looks like a magical island when the tide rises.
In addition to its amazing buildings, France is famous for its bread. The baguette
is one of the most popular types of bread. It is long, crispy, and soft inside.
French people often buy fresh baguettes from bakeries every day. Another
delicious bread is the croissant, which is buttery and flaky. Many people enjoy it
for breakfast with coffee or hot chocolate.
Another special thing about France is its language. French is known for its
beautiful sound and is spoken not only in France but also in many other
countries. When walking through the streets of Paris, Lyon, or Marseille, you can
hear people speaking French in cafés, markets, and bookstores.
Whether it is for its language, history, architecture, or food, France is a country
that continues to fascinate people everywhere.
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1a Questions
1. What is the most well-known landmark in France?
a. Eiffel Tower
b. Mont Saint-Michel
c. The Louvre Museum
2. What is the Palace of Versailles famous for?
a. Its beautiful sound
b. Its golden decorations and huge gardens
c. Its magical island
3. French people often eat bread?
a. Yes, they do.
b. No, they don’t.
c. Not mentioned.
4. Is French spoken in other countries besides France?
a. Yes, it is.
b. No, it isn’t.
c. Not mentioned.