3.3.12 - Note Culturelle: French in Canada Flashcards
What are Canada’s official national languages?
French and English
About how many Canadians speak french as their native language? How much of the Canadian population is the number?
About 6.7 million Canadians speak french as their native language. That makes up almost a quarter of the Canadian population.
In what ways do native English speakers in Canada have the opportunity to learn french in public schools?
They are either immersed in it their 1st year or two of schooling by getting all their lessons and work in french OR they are taught a traditional course beginning around 4th grade
Where in Canada will you see more signs written in both English and French?
As you get closer to Québec you will see more signs in English and French.
Where is Niagara Falls located?
Niagara Falls is located in Canada.
Where is the Hockey Hall of Fame located?
The Hockey Hall of Fame is located in Toronto.
What changed about Canada in January 2008?
People had to supply a passport to get into and out of Canada.
What was allowed in Canada before January 2008?
People were allowed to enter into Canada by land or by sea without a passport.
It is common to hear french spoken all around Canada. True or False?
False. It is uncommon to hear french spoken outside of Quebec actually.
Most English speakers in Canada speak french. True or False?
False. In Canada, English speakers who speak french are few.
A french person can easily live in Canada outside of Quebec. True or False?
False. It is almost impossible.
Which is more bilingual, Canada or US?
US
What percentage of the American population speaks Spanish?
10%
Bilingualism in the US is decreasing. True or False.
False. It is increasing.
