FRE 225 - Intermediate French Civilization and Culture 1

3 credits - Three credit hours weekly; one term.
Formerly FRE 225 - Intermediate French Conversation and Culture 1

Study the history, culture, literature, and fine arts of France from pre-Roman times to the Renaissance. Discuss the influence of artistic and political movements on early French society. Taught in French.

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

Note: This course is not for students who are already proficient in listening, speaking, reading, and writing in French.

Location(s) Typically Offered: Online (OL)

Term(s) Typically Offered: Fall and spring

Course Outcomes:
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:

Describe the major periods in French history from pre-Roman Gaul to the Renaissance.
Discuss the progression of French society from tribal organization through feudalism and absolute monarchy.
Compare representative examples of French literature from the medieval period and the Renaissance.
Evaluate the contributions of the visual and performing arts to early French civilization.
Identify major architectural periods and their representative monuments in France.
Present information, concepts, and ideas to inform, explain, persuade, and narrate a variety of topics related to French history.