Lesson 118 Paris, France

For how long has Paris been the capital of France?

• Over 500 years

• Over 1,000 years

• Over 1,500 years

• Over 2,000 years

What river flows through Paris?

• Thames

• Danube

• Seine

• Rhine

Into which body of water does the Seine River empty?

• Mediterranean Sea

• Atlantic Ocean

• English Channel

• North Sea

What is the significance of the Pont Neuf bridge in Paris?

• It is the oldest bridge in Paris

• It connects portions of Paris on either side of the Seine River

• It is the longest bridge in France

• It is a pedestrian-only bridge

Who were the first known inhabitants of the area that became Paris?

• The Romans

• The Franks

• The Parisii tribe of Gauls

• The Huns

What did Julius Caesar describe in his book "Gallic Wars"?

• His campaigns in Egypt

• His campaigns in Paris

• His campaigns in Rome

• His campaigns in Greece

What was the name of the Roman colony established in Paris?

• Lutetia

• Londinium

• Byzantium

• Carthage

Who was Dionysius, and what did he do in the mid-200s?

• A Roman general who conquered Paris

• A missionary who brought the gospel to Paris

• A Gallic chieftain who defended Paris

• A Frankish king who ruled Paris

What role did Genevieve play during the threat from Attila the Hun?

• She led the Roman army

• She organized a huge prayer effort

• She negotiated peace with Attila

• She fled the city

Who was the father of Clovis?

• Julius Caesar

• Childeric I

• Attila the Hun

• Dionysius