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Epal Project: France

Epal Project: France. By: Matt T. and Ryan S. Epals: Thomas and Etienne. Introduction. France Capital - Paris Eiffel Tower located here Notre Dame Cathedral located here Population of 60.2 people Birthplace of fashion, champagne, and cognac. Geography. Second largest country in Europe

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Epal Project: France

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  1. Epal Project: France By: Matt T. and Ryan S. Epals: Thomas and Etienne

  2. Introduction • France • Capital - Paris • Eiffel Tower located here • Notre Dame Cathedral located here • Population of 60.2 people • Birthplace of fashion, champagne, and cognac

  3. Geography • Second largest country in Europe • Mountainous-Alps and Pyrenees • Located near equator • Has a temperate climate • 212,935 square miles

  4. Continued • Population - 307,212,123 • Capital - Washington D.C. • Area - 3,794,100 square miles (9,826,675 sq km) • Bordering Countries - Canada and Mexico

  5. Government Republic Really strong government More developed Prime minister and president

  6. Continued • Representative Democracy • Elections for people to vote for public officials • Active participation with people in the U.S. • Human rights for all citizens • Equality between all people • Laws and individual rights to follow • Is the "standard form" of government throughout the world • President is elected every four years

  7. Schooling Both attend school in Gerard de Nerval Both in eighth grade A and B week schedules Go to school for 9 hours Basic classes

  8. Continued Kellam High School In 10th grade A and B day schedules Go to school for about 7 hours

  9. Family Thomas - Four family members Mom, Dad, and Sister Mom-Nadege Dad-Michael Sister-Celine

  10. Etienne Three family members Mom and Dad Mom-Dianne Dad-Earl

  11. Four family members Mom, Dad, Sister Mom-Lorna Dad-Mark Sister-Bridgette Ryan

  12. Four family members Mom, Dad, Brother Mom-Irene Dad-Arthur Brother-Nathan Matt

  13. Traditions • New Years (Jour de l’an) - Jan. 1 • Easter (Lundi de Paques) – varies • May Day (Fete du Travail) – May 1 • Pentacost (Pentecote) – Varies • Bastille Day (Fete Nationale) – July 14 • All Saints Day (Toussaint) – November 1 • Armistice Day – November 11 • Christmas Day – December 25

  14. Christmas Easter Thanksgiving Halloween Independence day Memorial Day Valentines Day St. Patrick’s Day Veteran’s Day . Continued

  15. Eiffel Tower Built in March 1889 Celebrating over 100 years One of the biggest symbols in France Current Events

  16. Etienne 14 years old Born July 31st, 1996 Green eyes Short brown hair Favorite Subjects - Math and Science

  17. Thomas 14 years old Born November 5th, 1996 Green eyes Lazy, Entertaining, and Generous Loves Basketball and Rugby Lives in Crépy-en-Valois.

  18. Matt • Matt - 15 years old • Born August 22nd, 1995 • Brown eyes • Black hair • Favorite Subjects – Math and P.E.

  19. Ryan Ryan - 16 years old Born November 30, 1994 Favorite subject-P.E. Brown eyes Black hair

  20. Both developed countries Schooling is different U.S. has a bigger population Both have recognizable landmarks Share similar holidays conclusion

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