FRE 226 - Intermediate French Civilization and Culture 2

3 credit hours - Three hours weekly; one term.
Formerly FRE 226 - Intermediate French Conversation and Culture 2

Study the history, culture, literature, and fine arts of France from the early modern period to the present. Discuss the influence of artistic and political movements on early modern, modern, and contemporary French society. Taught in French.

Prerequisite(s): FRE 212 or four years of high school French or permission of department chair.

Note: Not for native speakers. Typically offered at MC and OL; fall and spring terms.

Course Outcomes:

Describe the major periods in French history from the seventeeth century to the present
Discuss the transformation of French society and politics from monarchy to demoncracy
Compare major movements in French literature from classicism to the avant-garde
Evaluate the contributions of the visual and performing arts to early modern and modern French civilization
Identify major architectural periods and their representative monuments in France