10.1 Francophone Countries

• A large portion of the population in a Francophone country uses French regularly
• France is a major Francophone country located in Western Europe
• Wallonia in Belgium is a region where French is an official language
• Algeria is a major Francophone country with a mostly arid climate
• The three key characteristics of a Francophone country are French as an official language, widespread use, and significant cultural influence
• Switzerland, with its alpine climate, is known for its mountainous terrain
• Algeria is primarily a hot desert with some mountainous regions.


  True
• Belgium (Wallonia) has a temperate climate.
• What does it mean for a country to have French as an official language?

  It is legally recognized
• Which major Francophone country has French as its official language and widespread cultural influence?

  France
• A Francophone country is defined by French being an official language, widely spoken, and having significant cultural influence.
• Francophone countries are found across multiple continents, climates, and terrains.


  True
• Swiss French cuisine includes fondue and raclette
• Match the country with its language variations:

  France ↔️ Regional dialects

  Canada (Quebec) ↔️ Québécois French

  Belgium (Wallonia) ↔️ Dutch and German influences

  Switzerland (some regions) ↔️ French, German, Italian blend
• France has a unitary semi-presidential republic
• Francophone countries exhibit diversity in their political structures and governance models.


  True
• Quebec's economy relies on aerospace, hydroelectric power, and mining.


  True
• Match the country with its major industries:

  France ↔️ Manufacturing, tourism, aerospace, agriculture

  Canada (Quebec) ↔️ Manufacturing, natural resources, aerospace, information technology

  Belgium (Wallonia) ↔️ Manufacturing, logistics, finance, services
• Morocco's key economic activities include phosphate mining, agriculture (e.g. citrus fruits, vegetables), and automotive parts
• Senegal's major industries include agriculture, fishing, mining, and services
• French must be legally recognized in a Francophone country's government and legal affairs.


  True
• How are Francophone countries geographically diverse?

  They span multiple continents and climates
• What mountain range is located in Morocco?

  Atlas Mountains
• Canada (Quebec) has a continental climate.


  True
• Francophone countries are united by French language and culture.


  True
• What is a cultural element associated with Belgium (Wallonia)?

  Belgian chocolate
• Match the country with its language variations:

  France ↔️ Regional dialects

  Canada (Quebec) ↔️ Québécois French

  Belgium (Wallonia) ↔️ Belgian French
• Political systems in Francophone countries vary based on historical, cultural, and geographic contexts.


  True
• Quebec's economy relies on aerospace, hydroelectric power, and mining.
• A Francophone country is one where French is an official or widely spoken language, and where French culture has a significant influence
• French traditions and customs are prevalent in Francophone countries.

  True
• Switzerland has some regions where French is an official language.


  True
• Senegal is a Francophone country in West Africa with a tropical climate.


  True
• France has a temperate climate and varied terrain.


  True
• Morocco features both the Atlas Mountains and the Sahara Desert.


  True
• Match the country with its climate:

  France ↔️ Temperate

  Canada (Quebec) ↔️ Continental

  Morocco ↔️ Mediterranean
• Francophone countries are united by the common thread of French language and culture.

  True
• Cultural influence in a Francophone country includes French traditions, cuisine, art, and entertainment.


  True
• Haiti is a major Francophone country with a tropical climate and mountainous terrain.


  True
• Order the following Francophone countries by their location, starting from Western Europe and moving south:

  1️⃣ France

  2️⃣ Belgium (Wallonia)

  3️⃣ Switzerland (some regions)

  4️⃣ Morocco

  5️⃣ Algeria

  6️⃣ Senegal