Students will read, listen to and discuss current events to experience and understand authentic material (from media, literary excerpts by native speakers, etc.). They read, write, and converse with some depth about selected topics on the culture, history, and literature of the target language and begin to extend comprehension beyond the literal level. The course also includes some analysis of literature in the target language.
Prerequisites
Grade of “C” or higher in French IV, or equivalent proficiency in the language as determined by a placement test.
Students seeking the Advanced Studies diploma will meet the world language requirements by completing three years/levels of study in one language or two years of study in each of two languages. Successful completion of each world language course results in one credit toward the Advanced Studies diploma. Additional sequential language courses beyond these requirements count as elective credits and fulfill the sequential elective requirement. Upper-level language courses offer the opportunity to earn eligibility for the Seal of Biliteracy. Many colleges require continued world language study throughout high school. If your student completes three years of language study by the end of freshman year, review specific language requirements for their prospective colleges.