VOICED : Francia conmemora con sobriedad los atentados de Paris

France commemorated the first anniversary of the Paris attacks, where 130 people were killed by ISIS in 2015. President François Hollande unveiled plaques at the attack sites, and ceremonies followed the chronological order of the attacks. Balloons were released in memory of the victims, and families organized events to honor their loved ones. The Bataclan concert hall, where 90 people died, reopened with a Sting concert. A year after the attacks, 59% of French people feel their perspective on life has changed, according to a Le Parisien survey. The attacks also led to a significant drop in tourism, with Paris losing nearly two million visitors.

What was the purpose of the plaques unveiled by President François Hollande?

• To commemorate a historical event

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To honor French soldiers

• To mark the locations of the Paris attacks

What significant event took place at the Bataclan concert hall on the anniversary?

• A concert by Sting

• A public protest

• A political rally

• A memorial service

How did the Paris attacks affect the French population's outlook on life?

• It led to increased optimism

• A majority felt permanently changed

• Most people felt unchanged

• Few people were affected

What was one of the consequences of the Paris attacks on tourism?

• A loss of nearly two million visitors

• No change in tourism

• An increase in visitors

• A slight increase in tourism

What percentage of the French population believes the attacks changed their view of life?

• 30%

• 59%

• 75%

• 90%