MODERN AND CLASSICAL LANGUAGES

French V Honors

Full-year course

Prerequisites: French IV Honors and department approval

This course is an introduction to French and francophone literature, with a continued focus on exploring the relationship between history, literature, art, culture, and civilization. Students will begin with a survey of 19th and 20th century French poetry, where they will explore different uses of language through reading, writing, and reciting poetry, as well as songs and song lyrics. They will develop the vocabulary, grammar, and critical thinking skills needed for accurate reading of literature as they are immersed in the reading of authentic texts and the writing of analytical essays. In the second semester, students may read short and long novels, plays, newspapers and magazines, and also view films which relate to course themes. At times, students have visited local museums to further enhance their exploration into French and francophone art and culture. Students are expected to converse at a high level of competency and fluency. This course prepares students to participate actively in discussions on literary, cultural, and contemporary topics. Classes are conducted in French and students are expected to use the language at all times.

AP French Language and Culture

Full-year course

Prerequisites: French IV Accelerated or French IV Honors and department approval

This college-level course is designed around six principal themes which will prepare students to speak and write on a wide variety of contemporary topics. Listening and reading comprehension skills will be expanded and enhanced via exposure to authentic source materials including literary works, articles, podcasts, radio interviews, music and both short and feature-length films. The curriculum for this course is approved by the College Board. The AP French Language and Culture course is committed to providing students with the linguistic skills and in-depth knowledge of Francophone culture that are the necessary tools for being part of an increasingly multilingual society. Students are required to take the AP French: Language and Culture Exam in May.