Histoire et origine du français canadien

The French spoken in Québec is different than what you might be used to - but why? Check out this animated video for an explanation of the Québécois accent ... in the Québécois accent. Below, you'll find the transcript - click any phrase to read the English and follow links to related French grammar lessons.

French in Canada

How this exercise works

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    Use the tick box above the text to turn translations and grammar tips on or off. When they're on, click on any phrase to see them.
  2. Read the text
    Work through the Interactive Reader at your own pace
  3. Answer the questions
    When you're ready, start the comprehension exercise

Answer in English: we're testing your understanding of the text, not your grammar or expression, so nothing you write here will be marked for accuracy. To get feedback on how you write, try one of our writing exercises.

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