Francophonie and French Language Facts

The video discusses the global presence of the French language, highlighting its status as an official language in 32 countries and its significant number of speakers worldwide. It traces the history of the term 'Francophonie' and its revival post-decolonization, leading to the establishment of the Organisation internationale de la Francophonie. The video also emphasizes the growing use of French, particularly in Africa, where a large percentage of future French speakers are expected to reside.

Which of the following countries is NOT mentioned as having French as an official language?

• Monaco

• Canada

• Belgium

• Brazil

What is the rank of the French language in terms of global internet usage?

• Second

• First

• Third

• Fourth

Who first coined the term 'francophonie'?

• Léopold Sédar Senghor

• Norodom Sihanouk

• Onésime Reclus

• Habib Bourguiba

During which period did the term 'francophonie' gain renewed importance?

• World War I

• The Renaissance

• The 1950s and 60s

• The Industrial Revolution

Which event marked the formal establishment of the Francophone community?

• The first Francophonie Summit

• The signing of the Maastricht Treaty

• The Treaty of Versailles

• The French Revolution

How many states are currently part of the International Organization of La Francophonie?

• 32

• 50

• 88

• 100

In which continent is the daily use of French most prevalent?

• Asia

• Europe

• South America

• Africa

By 2050, what percentage of French speakers are expected to be African?

• 85%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%