Learn French Holidays - Armistice

What is a jour férié?

• a party

• a public holiday

The Armistice in question for this holiday was for the end of 

• WWI (aka The Great War)

• Vietnam War

• WWII

When did WWI take place?

• 1939-1945

• 1914-1918

Why was France especially traumatized by WW1?

• most of the bombing and fighting took place in France

• it was the country the most hurt, with 1.4 million dead

Which nation was NOT mentioned as part of signing the Armistice of 11 novembre 2018?

• England

• USA

The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, the termination of the French President's ritual on 11 novembre, is located under which Paris monument?

• Arc de Triomphe

• Eiffel Tower

After the death of the last French WW1 veteran in 2008, it was decided that

• the holiday was no longer necessary

• 11 november would commemorate ALL French soldiers lost in action

As opposed to other countries where they wear a red poppy (coquelicot) for Jour du Souvenir/Armistice, what do they wear in France?

• le Bleuet (blue flower)

• le tricolore (French flag)

What does the nickname "poilu" indicate, in this context?

• hairy

• bravery, courage, fearlessness

What is the name of the 11 November holiday in the US? 

• Veteran's Day

• Memorial Day