Understanding French Influence on English Vocabulary

What is one reason English pronunciation is considered difficult?

• It uses only one alphabet.

• It has a simple grammar structure.

• It borrows words from many languages.

• It is based solely on Latin.

What does RSVP stand for in French?

• Répondez s'il vous plaît et au revoir

• Répondez s'il vous plaît et bonjour

• Répondez s'il vous plaît et merci

• Répondez s'il vous plaît

In English, what does 'a la mode' typically refer to?

• A style of cooking

• Ice cream served with pie

• A type of music

• A type of fashion

What is the literal translation of 'crème brûlée' from French?

• Burned cream

• Sweet cream

• Cold cream

• Spicy cream

What does 'café au lait' mean in English?

• Coffee with water

• Coffee with sugar

• Coffee with milk

• Coffee with cream

What is 'foie gras' made from?

• Chicken liver

• Duck liver

• Beef liver

• Pork liver

In English, what is an 'hors d'oeuvre'?

• A main course

• A dessert

• An appetizer

• A beverage

What does 'du jour' mean in a restaurant context?

• Of the day

• Of the week

• Of the month

• Of the year

What does 'faux pas' mean in English?

• A correct step

• A false step

• A quick step

• A slow step

What is the humorous English interpretation of 'eau de toilette'?

• Toilet perfume

• Toilet water

• Toilet soap

• Toilet cleaner