Exploring France: Geography and Culture
A Grade 8 social studies worksheet covering the geography, landmarks, and culture of France.
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Exploring France: Geography and Culture
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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer based on your knowledge of France. Some questions may require you to refer to the map.
Refer to the map of France below to answer the following questions.
1. Which of the following bodies of water borders France to the west?
Mediterranean Sea
Atlantic Ocean
English Channel
North Sea
2. The capital city of France is:
Marseille
Lyon
Paris
Nice
3. The famous landmark in Paris known for its iron lattice tower is the .
4. France shares a border with to its northeast.
5. Name two major mountain ranges that are partly located in France.
6. The currency used in France is the British Pound.
True
False
7. French is the official language of France.
True
False
Match the French region with its famous product or characteristic.
8. Provence
a. Lavender fields
9. Bordeaux
b. Wine production
10. Brittany
c. Crêpes and cider