French II

Sutton Memorial High School

Madame Zhobro

E-mail:zhobroj@suttonschools.net

508- 581-1640 x

Bienvenue! Welcome to French II! This course build on the skills of the first-level program. In this course you will use more complex vocabulary, grammar and sentence structures in communicating. The cultural focus of this course is on France, its history and geography.

Content

This course will begin with a thorough review of concepts from French I and continue with the following concepts in Allez, viens!2:

Le voyage La santé

La ville et les endroits Les sentiments

Le repas La fête

Les vacances Le cinéma et la musique

L’école La nature

Le weekend Les régions

By the end of French 2 you will master the present, passe compose, and imparfait of regular and common irregular verbs; the use of articles, adjectives, and adverbs; pronominal verbs and object pronouns.

This course also aligns with the school’s mission statement and expectations for student learning:

Sutton High School Mission Statement

At Sutton Memorial High School, we are committed to providing a foundation on which all have the opportunity to pursue academic excellence and personal development in a safe, supportive, and challenging learning environment.

Expectations for Student Learning

“ The Sutton High School student (1) is a critical thinker; (2) is culturally aware; (3) is a responsible citizen; (4) works cooperatively.”

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French I follows the standards of the Massachusetts Foreign Language Curriculum Framework( available online at http://www.doe.mass.edu/frameworks/current.html)

Objectives

By the end of French II, you will be able to use French to communicate and express your own needs, desires, and opinions. You will also be able to read and comprehend short stories in French. The use of grammatical structures of French will allow you to write French correctly. In addition to the textbook, video, on-line sources and supplementary reading materials will be integrated into the course.

Materials

Please bring the following with you to each class:

1. Textbook( Allez, viens!)

2. Pen or pencil

3. 3-ring binder divided into sections for vocabulary; grammar; quizzes and tests; handouts.

4. French/English dictionary

Grading/ Assessment

5. Tests/Presentation 25%

6. Quizzes/Written Assignments 25%

7. Active Participation 25%

8. Homework 25%

Please remember!

9. Arrive on time and prepared to work.( Bring all necessary materials.)

10. Homework is assigned nightly and is considered an extension of the work we do in class

11. Extra Help is always encouraged. I am available Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. This time is set aside for make-up work of missed tests and quizzes due to absences.

12. You are responsible for finding out if you have any missed assignments and completing them in a reasonable time period.( Homework-1day, Quiz/Test-4days)

13. Course Requirements and Syllables may be modified to fit the need of the class.

14. Remember to try as best you can to complete all assignments without the use of any online translators. It is recommended that you utilize a French/English Dictionary to aid you with unfamiliar words and phrases.

15. This is your French Class, if you need anything or would like to share information and ideas...Speak Up!

Bonne Chance !

Madame Zhobro