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France
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.
6,902 Questions
How big is France in kilometres squared?
Mainland France has an area of 547 030 sq km. France is 670 922 sq km including oversea possessions.
Who gained control of the channel of water between England and France and the North Sea?
It's was England who gained control by defeating the French fleet of the cost of the Netherlands.
Why is French spoken in Martinique?
La Martinique is a French oversea possession. People living there are French citizens. The same goes for La Guadeloupe and French Guiana in the same area.
because they are a reigon of France
Martinique is an overseas department of France (similar to a US territory such as Puerto Rico).
Martinique is a part of France so French is the official language. They also speak other languages too, including the Martinique creole (akin to the Haitian creole, but closer to French).
What french town hosts an international film festival every year in may?
Cannes, France its on the border of the Mediterranean Sea.
Why did war between Britain and France put the US in an awkward position?
They both wanted help from the United States, but the U.S. didn't want to go against one country so they tried to stay neutral but that didn't work out so well
Fighting between England and France that started in 1337 and ended in 1453 is known as?
Hunderd Years War
French novelist of the 19th century?
Victor Hugo is considered one of the top French writers of the 19th century.
Haiti was granted independence by Napoleon.
What is France's national day?
It is often called 'Bastille Day' in English-speaking countries, while the French simply name it by the date: "le quatorze juillet"
yes like a dead rat
Correction: Where there are dead rats, thet's the smell. But most of Paris, and especially the parks and broad streets, smell just like any other city - rather fresher than many.
I live in Paris and I agree with correction , Paris is like any other city in the world...
What percent of the French oppose same-sex marriage?
63% support same-sex marriage, so about 33% are probably against.
There was 4% of people who didn't want to answer the question several years ago.
I don't have the data the for latest surveys, but I suppose there is about the same percentage of abstention.
Where is located the Vercille in France?
There is no such town as Vercille in France. You might have mean "Versailles", a few kilometers south-west of Paris, and where is located the palace of King Louis the 14th.
What are some of Frances families like?
France is not just a high place for fashion, family time is also important. Going to the market is a common thing that the family does together and also playing sports.
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Well no, sorry^^
We don't go to the market as families, one goes (the father or mother most of the time) on Wednesdays or Sundays. But we go to the supermarkets together.
Sports are important in France, we watch it together but most of the time you play it with friends, not family. We have diner together at a table or in front of the TV (most of the time, we watch TV afterwards). Diner is a very privileged time where you can talk.
Most of the French young people are close to their parents, less to their brothers and sisters^^
Family is very important in France, uncles, cousins, grand parents..We often visit them and have some quality time together.
How do the French keep their culture alive?
With cheese and wine. Also, architecture, literature, art, movies, music, clothing, cars, and many other things that are decidedly French.
What type of ideologies influences the government of France?
The French government is currently (2014) dominated by the Socialist party, which won the absolute majority in Parliament. The French president François Hollande is branded as a social-democrat and as someone favouring compromise over conflicts.
His left-wing goverment includes ministers from the Ecologist party, but no member of the Communist party.
Regarding economy, the Socialist party sticks to a free market policy, but there is a broad consensus about regulation. Unregulated markets (the so-called "laissez-faire" policy) are viewed as negative. This is barely questioned and most right-wing parties share that position, tending to protect the French economy from market excesses.
The political system is quite bipolar in France and people often have a black and white choice, left or right. Hence the Socialist party took a stance favouring same-sex marriage, (considered a badge of leftism) while the right-wing parties pitted themselves against the reform. This is in line with French politics where you try to differentiate yourselves from the other side. Generally speaking, the Socialist are accused of being too soft on crimimals and illegal immigration, to favour a bloated public service and excessive taxes. In turn, they deem their opponents to be unfair to the poor or vulnerable people, to work for the exclusive profit of companies and favour the richest.
Can you move your family to France when you join the french foreign legion?
As far as the foreign Legion is concerned, you are recruited as "single". Regarding French laws, if you get permission to work in France (whatever the position), you can after a while (usually a few months) apply for a legal residency permit for your family, which will be temporary, provided you are earning enough to sustain them. For short stays (under three months), citizens of foreign countries can visit you in the capacity of tourists. The conditions (visa requirements, etc...) vary with the country of origin. This is information you can find at French embassies, consulates, or on the internet site of the foreign affairs ministry (link).
Is the Selle Francais Horse good for trail riding like just riding?
I don't understand the question but "Selle" (fem.) is the french for saddle. for a real answer: selle francais horses are great eventers, and in my opinion, if young, would be waisted on the trail. however like almost any other horse, if trained right, it can do trail.
Is the french foreign legion the toughest training army in the world?
Many services like to claim that status; a source of pride. The US SF/SEALs might be the toughest. The toughest training (besides actual war) is when a man has to do all of those "tough things" PLUS:
1. Learn a foreign language
2. Swim
3. Jump out of aircraft (airborne trng)
4. Hand to hand combat (unarmed killing)
The Legion probably doesn't do some of the above.
THE LEGION DOES ALL OF THE ABOVE.THEY ALL HAVE TO LEARN FRENCH THEY ARE FROM OVER 136 DIFFERENT NATIONS. 7000 MEN APPLY EACH YEAR AND ONLY 300 MAKE IT THROUGH.THEY ARE MADE TO FORGET THERE IDENTITY AND STRIPPED FROM EVERYTHING THAT IS THERS FOR THE FIVE YEARS THEY SPEND. THEY ARE MADE TO SPEND A WEEK IN JAIL WITHOUT FOOD OR WATER IF THEY DO NOT COMPLY. PRETTY HARD GOING THEY WOULD MAKE THE NAVY SEALS LOOK LIKE CHUMPS.
Even more. So the Elite Unit of the FFL may be the 2. REP and till recently 13 DBL, they are officially not a Special Force. However about every Legionaire gets Commando Qualified. In certain areas, like jungle fighting, they are so advanced that all other NATO nations send their topteams at times to train with them. Yet, not a team matched their jungle fighters even on the obstacle course. Another example: get dropped in the jungle of french guyana by parachute, walk the whole team home for a week. Oh, if you catch Malaria, you walk! No pick-up, and sick leave. If you break a leg, you'll get carried by hand by the team.
Which by the way is NOT even their elite. Talking about combat experience. Only certain American units can compare in experience. Next is the exteme hardships. No other Army Unit makes you walk 100-120 Kilometer in full gear after Basic Training. Indeed SAS, Navy Seals, Spetnaz and Co only recruit experienced soldiers (and make them march them less). In a lot of respect those units are in certain points a lot better. But the FFL creates the best overall warriors, who are all willing to die for mission.
