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Lesson LibraryGreetings From Paris: Culture Class in French
Absolute Beginner
Greetings From Paris: Culture Class in French
Language without culture is like leaves without a tree. Understand the culture of French!
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Contents
62 Audio Lessons
1

World Music Day

Learn about World Music Day

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 • 7 Minutes
2

Bastille Day.

Learn about Bastille Day

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 • 5 Minutes
3

To Do or not to Do on the Beach

Learn about what to do (or not do) on the beach

Audio
 • 5 Minutes
4

Your Husband Never Mentioned Meeting That Side of the French Family!

Learn how the French celebrate November first and second, commonly referred to in France as All Saints Day and All Souls Day, respectively

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 • 4 Minutes
5

Is Thirty-Five Hours Enough to Sell Your Home in France?

Learn trends regarding Christmas shopping in France

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 • 4 Minutes
6

Cutting Cheese at the Table: French Faux Pas or Good Table Manners?

Learn the French rules of dining, what the French consider bad or good table manners, and how to eat cheese with class in France

Audio
 • 15 Minutes
7

Santa, Père Noel, Saint Nicholas…He’ll Still Find You in France!

Learn all about what to expect if you are spending Christmas in France

Audio
 • 10 Minutes
8

The Festival of Cannes, From Glamour to the World of Business

Learn about The Festival of Cannes

Audio
 • 3 Minutes
9

You Can See the Stars During the Day in France!

Learn about Deauville's American movie festival

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 • 2 Minutes
10

Don't Miss the Magic and Grandeur of the French Royal de Luxe!

Learn about Royal de Luxe

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 • 2 Minutes
11

Take a Walk Along a French River and Enjoy the Culture of Nantes!

Learn about Nantes

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 • 3 Minutes
12

Is Your Tuner Programmed to Broadcast French Radio?

Learn about the radio in France

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 • 3 Minutes
13

Your Hotel Room in France was a French Art Exhibit?!

Learn about a memorable French Art Festival

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 • 2 Minutes
14

Get Your Hands on France's Biggest Treasure!

Learn about French popular literature

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 • 2 Minutes
15

Somebody Help! I Think We're Under Attack!

Learn about Heritage Days

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 • 2 Minutes
16

What People Recall from Their Childhood in France

Learn about childhood in France

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 • 3 Minutes
17

French Television Series Are All the Rage in France!

Learn about popular TV series in France

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 • 2 Minutes
18

Get Tips and Secrets for a Great Ride on the French Railway System!

Learn about the French railway system

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 • 2 Minutes
19

Who's Up for a Good Old-Fashioned French Game of Pétanque?!

Learn about the French national sport called Pétanque

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 • 2 Minutes
20

We Had the Greatest Time Playing Games Last Night in France!

Learn about table games played in France

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 • 2 Minutes
21

If Only for a Moment, Time Stands Still in France!

Learn about a typical family gathering in France

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 • 2 Minutes
22

Spend a Peaceful Sunday Afternoon with Us in France!

Learn about a typical Sunday in France

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 • 2 Minutes
23

What's Your Favorite Food to Eat in France?

Learn about the types of food you can find in France

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 • 3 Minutes
24

Create Your Own French Herb, Flower, or Vegetable Garden!

Learn about gardening in France

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 • 2 Minutes
25

Party the Parisian Way!

Learn about birthday parties in France

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 • 1 Minute
26

Side-Splitting French Fun Is Right Here!

Learn about humor and comedy films in France

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 • 2 Minutes
27

Cozy Up With Crêpes On Those Chilly French Nights!

Learn about crêpes in France

Audio
 • 2 Minutes
28

Are Your Friends Feeling a Little Cheesy?

Learn about raclette cheese in France

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 • 1 Minute
29

Becoming Queen is a Piece of Cake!

Learn about the Twelfth Night Cake

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 • 2 Minutes
30

Impress Your Friends with a Traditional French Dish with Endives!

Learn about a common ingredient in French cuisine - endives

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 • 2 Minutes
31

Come Enjoy the Rich Tradition French Wine Can Offer!

Learn about French wines

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 • 3 Minutes
32

You Don't Want to End Up in the Catacombs of Paris!

Learn about Parisian catacombs

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 • 3 Minutes
33

Friday the 13th and Four-Leafed Clovers

Learn the superstitions about Friday the 13th and four-leafed clovers

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 • 1 Minute
34

Breaking a Mirror and Horseshoes

Learn the superstitions about breaking a mirror and horseshoes

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 • 1 Minute
35

Putting Bread on a Table Upside Down and Knocking on Wood

Learn the superstitions about putting bread on a table upside down and knocking on wood

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 • 2 Minutes
36

Walking Under Ladders and Shooting Stars

Learn the superstitions about walking under ladders and shooting stars

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 • 1 Minute
37

Black Cats and Crossed Fingers

Learn about superstitions related to black cats, and crossing fingers

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 • 1 Minute
38

Public Holidays

Learn about French national holidays

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 • 5 Minutes
39

Food

Learn about French foods

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 • 5 Minutes
40

Drinks

Learn about French beverages

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 • 5 Minutes
41

Home Cooking

Learn about French home cooking

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 • 6 Minutes
42

Sweets

Learn about French sweets

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 • 5 Minutes
43

Fruits

Learn about fruits that are popular in France

Audio
 • 4 Minutes
44

Vegetables

Learn about vegetables that are popular in France

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 • 4 Minutes
45

Pop and Traditional culture

Learn about French pop and traditional culture

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 • 6 Minutes
46

Animals

Learn about animals that are common in France

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 • 5 Minutes
47

Plants

Learn about plants that are common in France

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 • 5 Minutes
48

Geographical Features

Learn about various geographical features of France

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 • 5 Minutes
49

Cities

Learn about French cities

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 • 5 Minutes
50

Sports

Learn about sports that are popular in France

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 • 5 Minutes
51

Recreational Activities

Learn about recreational activities that are popular in France

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 • 5 Minutes
52

Tourist Attractions

Learn about well-known tourist attractions in France

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 • 5 Minutes
53

Inside a French Home

Learn about items you'll find inside a French home

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 • 5 Minutes
54

Medicines

Learn about medicines that are common in France

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 • 5 Minutes
55

Transportation

Learn about frequently used modes of transportation in France

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 • 5 Minutes
56

Shops and Services

Learn about shops and services that are common in France

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 • 5 Minutes
57

Chain Stores

Learn about chain stores that are common in France

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 • 6 Minutes
58

Food Souvenirs

Learn about popular French food-related souvenirs

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 • 5 Minutes
59

Places to Live

Learn about housing in France

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 • 5 Minutes
60

Historical Figures

Learn about French historical figures

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 • 6 Minutes
61

Artists

Learn about popular French artists and musicians

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 • 6 Minutes
62

Writers

Learn about popular French Writers

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 • 6 Minutes