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France, officially the French Republic, is a country in Western Europe with several other overseas territories and islands situated in other continents, as well as in the Indian, Pacific and Atlantic oceans. France is the largest west-European country, having a total land area of 674,843 sq km.

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What economic troubles did France face in 1789?

France was basically bankrupt. King Louis XVI gave millions of dollars to the Americans in their fight for independence from England. Marie Antoinette spent money lavishly every day. King Louis XVI tried raising taxes on the Third Estate of France (the commoners )which was 97% of the population. The Third Estate revolted, broke away from the Estates General (the French legislature) and formed its own legislature, the National Assembly. After the storming of the Bastille, the National Assembly took control of the government and dramatically changed the tax structure of France.

How do they call the subway in France?

le metropolitain - called le metro in common language

What is the French 'mon amie spéciale' in English?

"My special (female) friend" is an English equivalent of "mon amie spéciale."

The masculine possessive adjective "mon"* means "my." The feminine singular noun "amie" means "friend." The feminine singular adjective "spéciale" means "special,"

The pronunciation is "moh-nah-mee speh-syahl."

*The feminine singular possessive adjective actually is "ma." But the masculine form is used before feminine nouns that begin with a vowel.

Why poor countries are getting poorer while the rich countries getting richer?

poor country are getting poorer because of poverty for example Africa they have every thing they need but because the don't have the material to cut it and make it into a Finish product so they lose alot of money because they are selling raw product example diamond they don't cut and make it into a finish product.

Where is the French Rivieria?

The French riviera is actually the continuation of the Italian riviera, on the Mediterranean coast. The French riviera stretches from the Italian border to the town of Cannes. Cannes, Nice, Monaco, Menton are located in the French riviera.

Why are two weeks in French literally 15 days?

The French count today as day 1. 1 plus 14 equals 15.

What fuels are are used in France?

well the answer is NOT ON THIS SIGHT! now they answer the question to "which fuels are used bah bah....." but it will just give you the wrong answer oh wait before you go THIS SIGHT SUCKS you put anything down like.........ME!

What does kaka mean in french?

There are hardly any French words beginning with k.

The only one anything like kaka is kaki - "a persimmon".

A French word that sounds like kaka is caca. This means "excrement".

What is wife of French heir to throne?

François Hollande's partner (they are not married) is Valérie Trierweiler. Ms Trierweiler, born in 1965, was a journalist and anchored political talk-shows on a cable-TV channel. François Hollande previous partner, and mother of his children, is Ségolène Royal, another figurehead of the French Socialist Party.

Is there a special day in France and How is that special day observed in France and why is it important to France?

In France, there are multiple special days, but the one that everybody is supposed to know is July 14th, as "La prise de La Bastille", which match to the start of the French Revolution, when french people fought to end the monarchy.

It's the National Day in France.

Is Tahiti a high or low island?

The high point of Tahiti is 2,241 meters (7,352 ft.).

Tahiti is a high island.High islands are composed of volcanoes and volcanic debris;low islands are composed of coral remains.

Similarities and differences between Australia and France?

SIMILARITIES

  • The French value directness in negotiations as do Australians
  • Dressing in Australian businesses and French businesses are conservative and formal
  • Majority of people in Australia are Christians same as in France
  • It is customary in business to shake hands at the beginning of the meeting and at the end

DIFFERENCES:

  • In France, it is accepted if you are ten minutes late to appointments but in Australia it is frowned upon if you arrive late.
  • If you are a visitor in French business you are not allowed to introduce yourself and instead should allow the person who invited you to formally introduce you. However, Australians are friendly and it is acceptable for one to introduce oneself.
  • Australians in general so not present gifts in business but the French do
  • Australia is a democratic country, whereas France is a republic.

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What is the distance by road from Calais France to St Tropez France?

The driving distance from Calais, France to Saint-Tropez, France is about 740 miles / 1190 km

Montpellier is in which region of France?

Montpellier is in the Herault region of France. You should come and have a look. It's a lovely city with plenty to explore in the surrounding areas.