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How to Write an Essay in French

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When it comes to expressing your thoughts in French , there’s nothing better than the essay.

It is, after all, the favorite form of such famed French thinkers as Montaigne, Chateaubriand, Houellebecq and Simone de Beauvoir.

In this post, I’ve outlined the four most common types of essays in French, ranked from easiest to most difficult, to help you get to know this concept better. 

Why Are French Essays Different?

Must-have french phrases for writing essays, 4 types of french essays and how to write them, 1. text summary (synthèse de texte).

• 2. Text Commentary (Commentaire de texte)

3. Dialectic Dissertation (Thèse, Antithèse, Synthèse)

• 4. Progressive Dissertation (Plan progressif)

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Writing an essay in French is not the same as those typical 5-paragraph essays you’ve probably written in English.

In fact, there’s a whole other logic that has to be used to ensure that your essay meets French format standards and structure. It’s not merely writing your ideas in another language .

And that’s because the French use Cartesian logic (also known as Cartesian doubt) , developed by René Descartes , which requires a writer to begin with what is known and then lead the reader through to the logical conclusion: a paragraph that contains the thesis. Through the essay, the writer will reject all that is not certain or all that is subjective in his or her quest to find the objective truth.

Sound intriguing? Read on for more!

Before we get to the four main types of essays, here are a few French phrases that will be especially helpful as you delve into essay-writing in French:

Introductory phrases , which help you present new ideas.

Connecting phrases , which help you connect ideas and sections.

Contrasting phrases , which help you juxtapose two ideas.

Concluding phrases , which help you to introduce your conclusion.

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The text summary or synthèse de texte  is one of the easiest French writing exercises to get a handle on. It essentially involves reading a text and then summarizing it in an established number of words, while repeating no phrases that are in the original text. No analysis is called for.

A  synthèse de texte  should follow the same format as the text that is being synthesized. The arguments should be presented in the same way, and no major element of the original text should be left out of the  synthèse.

Here is an informative post about writing a synthèse de texte , written for French speakers. 

The text summary is a great exercise for exploring the following French language elements:

• Synonyms , as you will need to find other words to describe what is said in the original text.
• Nominalization , which involves turning verbs into nouns and generally cuts down on word count.
• Vocabulary , as the knowledge of more exact terms will allow you to avoid periphrases and cut down on word count.

While beginners may wish to work with only one text, advanced learners can synthesize as many as three texts in one text summary. 

Since a text summary is simple in its essence, it’s a great writing exercise that can accompany you through your entire learning process.

2. Text Commentary  (Commentaire de texte)

A text commentary or commentaire de texte   is the first writing exercise where the student is asked to present an analysis of the materials at hand, not just a summary.

That said, a  commentaire  de texte  is not a reaction piece. It involves a very delicate balance of summary and opinion, the latter of which must be presented as impersonally as possible. This can be done either by using the third person (on) or the general first person plural (nous) . The singular first person (je) should never be used in a  commentaire de texte.

A commentaire de texte  should be written in three parts:

• An introduction , where the text is presented.
• An argument , where the text is analyzed.
• A conclusion , where the analysis is summarized and elevated.

Here is a handy in-depth guide to writing a successful commentaire de texte,  written for French speakers.

Unlike with the synthesis, you will not be able to address all elements of a text in a commentary. You should not summarize the text in a commentary, at least not for the sake of summarizing. Every element of the text that you speak about in your commentary must be analyzed.

To successfully analyze a text, you will need to brush up on your figurative language. Here are some great resources to get you started:

• Here’s an introduction to figurative language in French.
• This guide to figurative language  presents the different elements in useful categories.
• This guide , intended for high school students preparing for the BAC—the exam all French high school students take, which they’re required to pass to go to university—is great for seeing examples of how to integrate figurative language into your commentaries.
• Speaking of which, here’s an example of a corrected commentary from the BAC, which will help you not only include figurative language but get a head start on writing your own commentaries.

The French answer to the 5-paragraph essay is known as the  dissertation .  Like the American 5-paragraph essay, it has an introduction, body paragraphs and a conclusion. The stream of logic, however, is distinct.

There are actually two kinds of  dissertation,  each of which has its own rules.

The first form of  dissertation  is the dialectic dissertation , better known as  thèse, antithèse, synthèse . In this form, there are actually only two body paragraphs. After the introduction, a thesis is posited. Following the thesis, its opposite, the antithesis, is explored (and hopefully, debunked). The final paragraph, what we know as the conclusion, is the  synthesis , which addresses the strengths of the thesis, the strengths and weaknesses of the antithesis, and concludes with the reasons why the original thesis is correct.

For example, imagine that the question was, “Are computers useful to the development of the human brain?” You could begin with a section showing the ways in which computers are useful for the progression of our common intelligence—doing long calculations, creating in-depth models, etc.

Then you would delve into the problems that computers pose to human intelligence, citing examples of the ways in which spelling proficiency has decreased since the invention of spell check, for example. Finally, you would synthesize this information and conclude that the “pro” outweighs the “con.”

The key to success with this format is developing an outline before writing. The thesis must be established, with examples, and the antithesis must be supported as well. When all of the information has been organized in the outline, the writing can begin, supported by the tools you have learned from your mastery of the synthesis and commentary.

Here are a few tools to help you get writing:

• Here’s a great guide to writing a dialectic dissertation .
• Here’s an example of a plan for a dialectic dissertation , showing you the three parts of the essay as well as things to consider when writing a dialectic dissertation.

4. Progressive Dissertation ( Plan progressif)

The progressive dissertation is slightly less common, but no less useful, than the first form.

The progressive form basically consists of examining an idea via multiple points of view—a sort of deepening of the understanding of the notion, starting with a superficial perspective and ending with a deep and profound analysis.

If the dialectic dissertation is like a scale, weighing pros and cons of an idea, the progressive dissertation is like peeling an onion, uncovering more and more layers as you get to the deeper crux of the idea.

Concretely, this means that you will generally follow this layout:

• A first, elementary exploration of the idea.
• A second, more philosophical exploration of the idea.
• A third, more transcendent exploration of the idea.

This format for the dissertation is more commonly used for essays that are written in response to a philosophical question, for example, “What is a person?” or “What is justice?”

Let’s say the question was, “What is war?” In the first part, you would explore dictionary definitions—a basic idea of war, i.e. an armed conflict between two parties, usually nations. You could give examples that back up this definition, and you could narrow down the definition of the subject as much as needed. For example, you might want to make mention that not all conflicts are wars, or you might want to explore whether the “War on Terror” is a war.

In the second part, you would explore a more philosophical look at the topic, using a definition that you provide. You first explain how you plan to analyze the subject, and then you do so. In French, this is known as  poser une problématique  (establishing a thesis question), and it usually is done by first writing out a question and then exploring it using examples: “Is war a reflection of the base predilection of humans for violence?”

In the third part, you will take a step back and explore this question from a distance, taking the time to construct a natural conclusion and answer for the question.

This form may not be as useful in as many cases as the first type of essay, but it’s a good form to learn, particularly for those interested in philosophy. Here’s an in-depth guide  to writing a progressive dissertation.

As you progress in French and become more and more comfortable with writing, try your hand at each of these types of writing exercises, and even with other forms of the dissertation . You’ll soon be a pro at everything from a synthèse de texte to a dissertation!

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These pages explain how to write certain kinds of essays in French, as well as how some ways that professors grade writing assignments.

Writing college French essays , by Alison Levine.

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How to write a response paper or reaction paper at the advanced undergraduate or graduate level.

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How to lay out and formulate job application letters, requests for information, and other professional correspondence.

How professors grade upper-level French essays , by Alison Levine.

Descriptions of what makes an A paper, a B paper, etc. for the argumentative essay in French at UVA.

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Descriptions of an A, B, paper, etc. for the intermediate level at UVA.

How to improve your grammar , by Alison Levine.

In this carnet de corrections , you can keep track of the grammar errors you make and how to correct them, as your professor goes over your work through the semester. A useful tool to help you avoid repeating errors.

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Social Media

I. Understanding Social Media Vocabulary in French:

• “Les réseaux sociaux” - Social networks.
• “Le profil” - Profile.
• “Le statut” - Status.
• “Message privé” - Private message.
• “Les abonnés” - Subscribers/followers.
• “Poster” ou “Publier” - To post/publish.
• “Le fil d’actualité” - News feed.
• “Le commentaire” - Comment.
• “J’aime” - Like.

II. Discussing Opinions About Social Media:

• “Les réseaux sociaux permettent de rester en contact avec des amis et de la famille qui habitent loin.” - Social media allows you to keep in touch with friends and family who live far away.
• “Ils sont utiles pour partager des photos et des souvenirs.” - They are useful for sharing photos and memories.
• “Ils peuvent être une perte de temps.” - They can be a waste of time.
• “Ils peuvent causer de l’intimidation en ligne.” - They can cause online bullying.

III. Discussing the Impact of Social Media:

• “Les réseaux sociaux ont changé la manière dont nous communiquons.” - Social media has changed how we communicate.
• “Ils ont un impact significatif sur notre vie quotidienne.” - They have a significant impact on our daily life.

IV. Discussing use of Social Media:

• “Je regarde le fil d’actualité tous les matins.” - I check the news feed every morning.
• “Je poste des photos de mes vacances sur Instagram.” - I post photos of my holidays on Instagram.

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Public Historians, Social Media, and Hate Speech: The French Case

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Hate speech plays a role in shaping public opinion and, in some cases, forms its backbone. The chapter aims at examining the potential and the limitations of shared authority for preventing the abuse of history and hate speech in social media. The chapter focusses on the French context, in particular by analyzing, on the one hand, how anti-Semitic hate speech is propagated online, diffusing its ideas in an uncontrolled and pervasive manner, and on the other, how public historians can face this phenomenon. The main argument of the chapter is that contemporary modes of communication, which have substantially shifted online and to social media, greatly increase the size of potential and actual audiences for hate speech and anti-Semitic agitation.

This project has received funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 research and innovation programme under grant agreement No. 732942 and was written in the context of the ODYCCEUS H2020 Research Project ( https://www.odycceus.eu/ ).

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6 Example Essays on Social Media | Advantages, Effects, and Outlines

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Social media has become one of our society's most prominent ways of communication and information sharing in a very short time. It has changed how we communicate and has given us a platform to express our views and opinions and connect with others. It keeps us informed about the world around us. Social media platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and LinkedIn have brought individuals from all over the world together, breaking down geographical borders and fostering a genuinely global community.

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The Impact of Social Media on Relationships and Communication

Introduction:.

The way we share information and build relationships has evolved as a direct result of the prevalence of social media in our daily lives. The influence of social media on interpersonal connections and conversation is a hot topic. Although social media has many positive effects, such as bringing people together regardless of physical proximity and making communication quicker and more accessible, it also has a dark side that can affect interpersonal connections and dialogue.

Positive Effects:

Connecting People Across Distances

One of social media's most significant benefits is its ability to connect individuals across long distances. People can use social media platforms to interact and stay in touch with friends and family far away. People can now maintain intimate relationships with those they care about, even when physically separated.

Improved Communication Speed and Efficiency

Additionally, the proliferation of social media sites has accelerated and simplified communication. Thanks to instant messaging, users can have short, timely conversations rather than lengthy ones via email. Furthermore, social media facilitates group communication, such as with classmates or employees, by providing a unified forum for such activities.

Negative Effects:

Decreased Face-to-Face Communication

The decline in in-person interaction is one of social media's most pernicious consequences on interpersonal connections and dialogue. People's reliance on digital communication over in-person contact has increased along with the popularity of social media. Face-to-face interaction has suffered as a result, which has adverse effects on interpersonal relationships and the development of social skills.

Decreased Emotional Intimacy

Another adverse effect of social media on relationships and communication is decreased emotional intimacy. Digital communication lacks the nonverbal cues and facial expressions critical in building emotional connections with others. This can make it more difficult for people to develop close and meaningful relationships, leading to increased loneliness and isolation.

Increased Conflict and Miscommunication

Finally, social media can also lead to increased conflict and miscommunication. The anonymity and distance provided by digital communication can lead to misunderstandings and hurtful comments that might not have been made face-to-face. Additionally, social media can provide a platform for cyberbullying , which can have severe consequences for the victim's mental health and well-being.

Conclusion:

In conclusion, the impact of social media on relationships and communication is a complex issue with both positive and negative effects. While social media platforms offer many benefits, such as connecting people across distances and enabling faster and more accessible communication, they also have a dark side that can negatively affect relationships and communication. It is up to individuals to use social media responsibly and to prioritize in-person communication in their relationships and interactions with others.

The Role of Social Media in the Spread of Misinformation and Fake News

Social media has revolutionized the way information is shared and disseminated. However, the ease and speed at which data can be spread on social media also make it a powerful tool for spreading misinformation and fake news. Misinformation and fake news can seriously affect public opinion, influence political decisions, and even cause harm to individuals and communities.

The Pervasiveness of Misinformation and Fake News on Social Media

Misinformation and fake news are prevalent on social media platforms, where they can spread quickly and reach a large audience. This is partly due to the way social media algorithms work, which prioritizes content likely to generate engagement, such as sensational or controversial stories. As a result, false information can spread rapidly and be widely shared before it is fact-checked or debunked.

The Influence of Social Media on Public Opinion

Social media can significantly impact public opinion, as people are likelier to believe the information they see shared by their friends and followers. This can lead to a self-reinforcing cycle, where misinformation and fake news are spread and reinforced, even in the face of evidence to the contrary.

The Challenge of Correcting Misinformation and Fake News

Correcting misinformation and fake news on social media can be a challenging task. This is partly due to the speed at which false information can spread and the difficulty of reaching the same audience exposed to the wrong information in the first place. Additionally, some individuals may be resistant to accepting correction, primarily if the incorrect information supports their beliefs or biases.

In conclusion, the function of social media in disseminating misinformation and fake news is complex and urgent. While social media has revolutionized the sharing of information, it has also made it simpler for false information to propagate and be widely believed. Individuals must be accountable for the information they share and consume, and social media firms must take measures to prevent the spread of disinformation and fake news on their platforms.

The Effects of Social Media on Mental Health and Well-Being

Social media has become an integral part of modern life, with billions of people around the world using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter to stay connected with others and access information. However, while social media has many benefits, it can also negatively affect mental health and well-being.

Comparison and Low Self-Esteem

One of the key ways that social media can affect mental health is by promoting feelings of comparison and low self-esteem. People often present a curated version of their lives on social media, highlighting their successes and hiding their struggles. This can lead others to compare themselves unfavorably, leading to feelings of inadequacy and low self-esteem.

Cyberbullying and Online Harassment

Another way that social media can negatively impact mental health is through cyberbullying and online harassment. Social media provides a platform for anonymous individuals to harass and abuse others, leading to feelings of anxiety, fear, and depression.

Social Isolation

Despite its name, social media can also contribute to feelings of isolation. At the same time, people may have many online friends but need more meaningful in-person connections and support. This can lead to feelings of loneliness and depression.

Addiction and Overuse

Finally, social media can be addictive, leading to overuse and negatively impacting mental health and well-being. People may spend hours each day scrolling through their feeds, neglecting other important areas of their lives, such as work, family, and self-care.

In sum, social media has positive and negative consequences on one's psychological and emotional well-being. Realizing this, and taking measures like reducing one's social media use, reaching out to loved ones for help, and prioritizing one's well-being, are crucial. In addition, it's vital that social media giants take ownership of their platforms and actively encourage excellent mental health and well-being.

The Use of Social Media in Political Activism and Social Movements

Social media has recently become increasingly crucial in political action and social movements. Platforms such as Twitter, Facebook, and Instagram have given people new ways to express themselves, organize protests, and raise awareness about social and political issues.

Raising Awareness and Mobilizing Action

One of the most important uses of social media in political activity and social movements has been to raise awareness about important issues and mobilize action. Hashtags such as #MeToo and #BlackLivesMatter, for example, have brought attention to sexual harassment and racial injustice, respectively. Similarly, social media has been used to organize protests and other political actions, allowing people to band together and express themselves on a bigger scale.

Connecting with like-minded individuals

A second method in that social media has been utilized in political activity and social movements is to unite like-minded individuals. Through social media, individuals can join online groups, share knowledge and resources, and work with others to accomplish shared objectives. This has been especially significant for geographically scattered individuals or those without access to traditional means of political organizing.

Challenges and Limitations

As a vehicle for political action and social movements, social media has faced many obstacles and restrictions despite its many advantages. For instance, the propagation of misinformation and fake news on social media can impede attempts to disseminate accurate and reliable information. In addition, social media corporations have been condemned for censorship and insufficient protection of user rights.

In conclusion, social media has emerged as a potent instrument for political activism and social movements, giving voice to previously unheard communities and galvanizing support for change. Social media presents many opportunities for communication and collaboration. Still, users and institutions must be conscious of the risks and limitations of these tools to promote their responsible and productive usage.

The Potential Privacy Concerns Raised by Social Media Use and Data Collection Practices

With billions of users each day on sites like Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram, social media has ingrained itself into every aspect of our lives. While these platforms offer a straightforward method to communicate with others and exchange information, they also raise significant concerns over data collecting and privacy. This article will examine the possible privacy issues posed by social media use and data-gathering techniques.

Data Collection and Sharing

The gathering and sharing of personal data are significant privacy issues brought up by social media use. Social networking sites gather user data, including details about their relationships, hobbies, and routines. This information is made available to third-party businesses for various uses, such as marketing and advertising. This can lead to serious concerns about who has access to and uses our personal information.

Lack of Control Over Personal Information

The absence of user control over personal information is a significant privacy issue brought up by social media usage. Social media makes it challenging to limit who has access to and how data is utilized once it has been posted. Sensitive information may end up being extensively disseminated and may be used maliciously as a result.

Personalized Marketing

Social media companies utilize the information they gather about users to target them with adverts relevant to their interests and usage patterns. Although this could be useful, it might also cause consumers to worry about their privacy since they might feel that their personal information is being used without their permission. Furthermore, there are issues with the integrity of the data being used to target users and the possibility of prejudice based on individual traits.

Government Surveillance

Using social media might spark worries about government surveillance. There are significant concerns regarding privacy and free expression when governments in some nations utilize social media platforms to follow and monitor residents.

In conclusion, social media use raises significant concerns regarding data collecting and privacy. While these platforms make it easy to interact with people and exchange information, they also gather a lot of personal information, which raises questions about who may access it and how it will be used. Users should be aware of these privacy issues and take precautions to safeguard their personal information, such as exercising caution when choosing what details to disclose on social media and keeping their information sharing with other firms to a minimum.

The Ethical and Privacy Concerns Surrounding Social Media Use And Data Collection

Our use of social media to communicate with loved ones, acquire information, and even conduct business has become a crucial part of our everyday lives. The extensive use of social media does, however, raise some ethical and privacy issues that must be resolved. The influence of social media use and data collecting on user rights, the accountability of social media businesses, and the need for improved regulation are all topics that will be covered in this article.

Effect on Individual Privacy:

Social networking sites gather tons of personal data from their users, including delicate information like search history, location data, and even health data. Each user's detailed profile may be created with this data and sold to advertising or used for other reasons. Concerns regarding the privacy of personal information might arise because social media businesses can use this data to target users with customized adverts.

Additionally, individuals might need to know how much their personal information is being gathered and exploited. Data breaches or the unauthorized sharing of personal information with other parties may result in instances where sensitive information is exposed. Users should be aware of the privacy rules of social media firms and take precautions to secure their data.

Responsibility of Social Media Companies:

Social media firms should ensure that they responsibly and ethically gather and use user information. This entails establishing strong security measures to safeguard sensitive information and ensuring users are informed of what information is being collected and how it is used.

Many social media businesses, nevertheless, have come under fire for not upholding these obligations. For instance, the Cambridge Analytica incident highlighted how Facebook users' personal information was exploited for political objectives without their knowledge. This demonstrates the necessity of social media corporations being held responsible for their deeds and ensuring that they are safeguarding the security and privacy of their users.

Better Regulation Is Needed

There is a need for tighter regulation in this field, given the effect, social media has on individual privacy as well as the obligations of social media firms. The creation of laws and regulations that ensure social media companies are gathering and using user information ethically and responsibly, as well as making sure users are aware of their rights and have the ability to control the information that is being collected about them, are all part of this.

Additionally, legislation should ensure that social media businesses are held responsible for their behavior, for example, by levying fines for data breaches or the unauthorized use of personal data. This will provide social media businesses with a significant incentive to prioritize their users' privacy and security and ensure they are upholding their obligations.

In conclusion, social media has fundamentally changed how we engage and communicate with one another, but this increased convenience also raises several ethical and privacy issues. Essential concerns that need to be addressed include the effect of social media on individual privacy, the accountability of social media businesses, and the requirement for greater regulation to safeguard user rights. We can make everyone's online experience safer and more secure by looking more closely at these issues.

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French Essay: Topics, Tips, and Examples [2024 Updated]

Nowadays, knowing several foreign languages is no longer surprising. For example, learning French is common for English-speaking countries. So, getting an assignment on this subject won’t be a surprise for a student.

Writing a French essay, you can dwell into:

• the history of the French language;
• various dialects;
• its grammatical features;
• similarities between French and English (or another language);
• the distribution of the language around the globe.

One studying the language may penetrate the rich French culture and comprehend the nation itself. Besides, writing a French essay can develop the author’s writing skills and broaden their outlook. And even if you make mistakes doing so, it’s not the end of the world. The fact that you’re able to recognize them is already good enough, and you can fix complex errors using a free essay rewriter .

Our writers prepared French essay topics and tips for you to nail your task. See the examples below for better understanding.

📯 French Essay Topics

Are you one of those who are assigned to write French essays? Then we suggest you pick out some of the following problems to investigate:

• History of the French language;
• Dialects of the French language;
• French phonology ;
• French orthography;
• French grammar ;
• French alphabet.

The suggested topics are too vague and need narrowing. You may single out some aspects and analyze it in your paper. An excellent French essay topic should be:

• Broad for you to have enough room to develop your arguments;
• Narrow enough for you to be able to concentrate on one or several points;
• It should also be creative and original. You want people to enjoy reading it, right?
• Most importantly, the topic should be interesting for you.

If the essay topics seem too formal to you, study, for example, your progress in analyzing the French language. Alternatively, you can state what attracts you in the language and explain why. You may also do a comparative analysis of French and some other languages. Comparing French with English may turn out to be a fascinating task to cope with. Both languages will benefit from your French essay writing.

Here are some topics and French essay examples you can consider writing about:

• Your progress in learning the French language . Here you can write about your personal experience learning the French language. What techniques do you apply, and what motivates you personally? You can explain why you have to learn how to speak French.
• How are the French language and culture in Southern France different from Parisian? In this essay, you can compare the Southern French dialect and culture with the one in Paris. What are some of the critical phonetic, grammar, and linguistic characteristics of Southern French?
• Parisian dialect as a standard of French. When people think about the French language, the Parisian variant immediately comes to mind. In this essay, you can analyze why Parisian French became the standard version.
• Why do you enjoy learning French? This essay focuses on your personal preferences and likes in the process of learning.
• What makes it fun and enjoyable? Is it French movies, French literature, or understanding French written work documents?
• French influence on English . Although English is a Germanic language, it looks and sounds a lot like French. The influence which French had on English is significant. Look at some historical reasons (the Norman invasion in particular) and why English benefited from it.
• French language in 19th century Russia. Not everyone knows that French was the official language of the Russian elite in the 19th century. Discuss the reasons why and what influence French culture had on Russian literature, music, and language.
• The effect of the French language on the development of English writing . More than 10,000 French words came into the English language. Not only did the vocabulary of English get more prosperous, but the French way of spelling and letter convention influenced English orthography.
• What caused French to become an aristocratic language in Europe? The reasons why the French language became so dominant throughout Europe are broad. In this essay, you can focus on economic grounds, cultural or political reasons.
• An analysis of Canadian French. This essay can be a comparative analysis of Canadian and European French. What are the main differences? What are some similarities between the two variants?
• Is there any similarity between French and German ? All of the languages in the Indo-European language family have some similarities. Therefore, French and German are not exceptions. You can focus on sentence structure, word order, pronunciation, or phonetics.
• The popular strategies in English-French translation .
• Describe the challenges of French language acquisition.
• Analyze the peculiarities of French vowel pronunciation.
• Cultural events and their traditions in French-speaking countries .
• Discuss the advantages of learning French.
• Examine the semantic peculiarities of the French language.
• Explore the role of watching movies in the French language learning process.
• Comparison of language education theories.
• Analyze the impact of French language learning on your personality.  
• Describe the methods you’ve used to improve your French language fluency and which turned out to be the most effective.
• Similarities and differences between realism and naturalism in Spanish and French literature .
• What is the role of the French language in the modern world?
• Advantages and disadvantages of knowledge of multiple languages .
• Discuss the role of the French language in the United States.
• The specifics of learning French in early childhood.
• Compare the grammar peculiarities of English and French languages.
• How is the concept of friendship interpreted in American and French cultures?
• Analyze the correlation between the history of France and French language development.
• Explore the origin of the French language.
• Verbal and non-verbal communication in French culture.
• Examine the crucial role of French literature in learning French.
• Describe the relationship between French culture and language.
• Is it a good idea to integrate bilingual programs in early childhood education?
• Discuss the best ways to prepare for the speaking exam in French.
• The role of audiovisual materials in learning French.
• What difficulties did you face when learning to write in French?
• The essential role of sociocultural context when translating from French.
• Compare the customs of French, Chinese, and Hispanic cultures.
• The best methods of learning the second language .
• Describe the best ways of promoting language development for French language learners.
• Analyze the methods of French word formation .
• Would you like to become a French language teacher?
• Analysis of the food words in English and other European languages.
• Examine the specifics of the French language in former French colonies.

Do not treat your French essay as an ordinary task to undertake. Make it as creative as possible!

🖋️ How to Write a French Essay

Note that writing on some language problems requires more than your knowledge of the subject matter. It also tests your abilities to present them in terms of academic writing.

Special care should be taken concerning the following:

• The structural organization of your French essay.

Mostly, it is similar to any other academic essay :

• It should start with a hook . In simple terms, it is the opening sentence or two of your writing. It can be a quote, a short story, or a catchy statement that grabs the reader’s attention.

Here’s an example of from the sample essay:

Every language is a mirror of society, a living organism that exists and changes under the influence of historical, political, and social conditions.

• The next part of your essay is a thesis statement . Typically, it should be placed at the end of the first paragraph. The thesis statement’s purpose is to state the central idea in one or two phrases.

Here is a thesis statement from our French essay example:

Today, it is common to study English as a foreign language, as an international means of communication. However, this does not diminish the importance of learning other foreign language like French.

• After that, the body of the essay should start. This part of the composition usually has three separate paragraphs. These paragraphs can include research, supporting evidence, and arguments that prove the point of view.
• The conclusion brings together all the points of the essay. It goes back to the thesis statement and explains the broader importance of the topic. It is the last chance to leave a lasting impression on the reader.

Here is an example form our French essay sample:

To conclude, the above discussion provides evidence and arguments that maintain the position according to which learning French is a necessity nowadays. The crucial points are as follows; first, French has a long tradition of international language; second, French is spoken around the globe; third, it is a language of international relationships. The opposing position that English is sufficient for appropriate global communication was claimed unreasonable – an emphasis in this regard was on the essence of cultural and language diversity.

• The logical organization of your French essay .

There are some ways in which you can coherently write your essay. The following three aspects can guide you when organizing your French essay:

• Topic sentence : you should mind linking elements within the paragraphs and between them. First of all, each section should include a topic sentence. It aims to identify the central idea and express an overall direction in which the writer will develop the paragraph.

The demand for knowledge of a language has changed in recent years.

• Concluding sentence: each paragraph should also include a concluding sentence. It asserts the main idea of the section and sums up all the information said in it.

It may be claimed that in a period of rather an aggressive introduction of the Anglo-American language in the world, the French need to persistently and resolutely defend their language, their national interests, and calls on other nations to preserve linguistic diversity.

• Linking words: it is crucial to use linking words in your essay. Linking words show relationships between ideas. It can be used to build sentences together to develop a cohesive paragraph.

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• Grammar, spelling, and vocabulary.

The last step in writing an A+ French essay is proofreading and editing. Before submitting your academic paper, make sure to pay attention to grammar, spelling, and vocabulary mistakes . Without proofreading, your writing can contain typos and errors that will not leave a good impression.

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500+ words essay on social media.

Social media is a tool that is becoming quite popular these days because of its user-friendly features. Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and more are giving people a chance to connect with each other across distances. In other words, the whole world is at our fingertips all thanks to social media. The youth is especially one of the most dominant users of social media. All this makes you wonder that something so powerful and with such a massive reach cannot be all good. Like how there are always two sides to a coin, the same goes for social media. Subsequently, different people have different opinions on this debatable topic. So, in this essay on Social Media, we will see the advantages and disadvantages of social media.

Advantages of Social Media

When we look at the positive aspect of social media, we find numerous advantages. The most important being a great device for education . All the information one requires is just a click away. Students can educate themselves on various topics using social media.

Moreover, live lectures are now possible because of social media. You can attend a lecture happening in America while sitting in India.

Furthermore, as more and more people are distancing themselves from newspapers, they are depending on social media for news. You are always updated on the latest happenings of the world through it. A person becomes more socially aware of the issues of the world.

In addition, it strengthens bonds with your loved ones. Distance is not a barrier anymore because of social media. For instance, you can easily communicate with your friends and relatives overseas.

Most importantly, it also provides a great platform for young budding artists to showcase their talent for free. You can get great opportunities for employment through social media too.

Another advantage definitely benefits companies who wish to promote their brands. Social media has become a hub for advertising and offers you great opportunities for connecting with the customer.

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Disadvantages of Social Media

Despite having such unique advantages, social media is considered to be one of the most harmful elements of society. If the use of social media is not monitored, it can lead to grave consequences.

Thus, the sharing on social media especially by children must be monitored at all times. Next up is the addition of social media which is quite common amongst the youth.

This addiction hampers with the academic performance of a student as they waste their time on social media instead of studying. Social media also creates communal rifts. Fake news is spread with the use of it, which poisons the mind of peace-loving citizens.

In short, surely social media has both advantages and disadvantages. But, it all depends on the user at the end. The youth must particularly create a balance between their academic performances, physical activities, and social media. Excess use of anything is harmful and the same thing applies to social media. Therefore, we must strive to live a satisfying life with the right balance.

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Team USA's comeback win over Serbia in Olympic semifinal excites social media

Check out the results and storylines behind Team USA's comeback win vs. Serbia to reach the gold medal game at the Olympics. (1:06)

The United States' men's basketball team faced its largest deficit of the 2024 Olympics (17 points) in its comeback win over Serbia. Team USA's 95-91 semifinal victory clinches a spot in the gold medal game, where it will play host country France in a rematch of the 2021 Tokyo Games' championship matchup.

Stephen Curry led in scoring with 36 points, 17 of which came in the first quarter alone. Perhaps his biggest shot came with just over two minutes remaining when his 3-pointer gave the United States its first lead of the second half.

The Golden State Warriors star scored more in this game than he did in his first four games combined (29). It is also the second-highest single-game point total by a USA men's player at the Olympics, trailing Carmelo Anthony vs. Nigeria in 2012 (37).

Team USA trailed by 11 points going into halftime and was behind for over 35 minutes in the game, while leading for only 3 minutes, 25 seconds. The Americans struggled to find an answer defensively for Bogdan Bogdanović , who had 20 points. Reigning NBA MVP Nikola Jokic added 17 points for Serbia.

The dramatic comeback made waves on social media as the NBA world chimed in after the game.

Feelin' patriotic

Beat France in France! See you there @NBCOlympics — Draymond Green (@Money23Green) August 8, 2024

🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸 — Patrick Mahomes II (@PatrickMahomes) August 8, 2024

🇺🇸 — Stewie (@breannastewart) August 8, 2024

🇺🇸 — Seth Curry (@sdotcurry) August 8, 2024

No words, just emojis

Josh Hart offered a brutally honest (and humorous) take, but Austin Rivers was left speechless. On the other hand, Ja Morant used signature emojis for two of Team USA's leaders.

🇺🇸!!! 🥵 pic.twitter.com/DIceqFZz33 — Austin Rivers (@AustinRivers25) August 8, 2024

🔥 @usabasketball pic.twitter.com/IiFAZ57CeC — Josh Hart (@joshhart) August 8, 2024

🧑‍🍳 x 👑 — Ja Morant (@JaMorant) August 8, 2024

Are you not entertained?!

A'ja Wilson , Jalen Brunson and Pau Gasol are among the stars who appreciated the outcome.

wow. — A'ja Wilson (@_ajawilson22) August 8, 2024

Game of the tourney 🔥 — Alex Caruso (@ACFresh21) August 8, 2024

Chef's kiss... — andre (@andre) August 8, 2024

That was wild — Jalen Brunson (@jalenbrunson1) August 8, 2024

What an amazing game! Congrats @usabasketball on advancing to the final, and to #TeamSerbia - what a performance, you should be very proud! #Paris2024 — Pau Gasol (@paugasol) August 8, 2024

Team USA lives on to fight for gold after a tough battle against Serbia! Steph Curry carried US to a victory scoring 9 threes on his way to 36 points! 👏🏾 — Earvin Magic Johnson (@MagicJohnson) August 8, 2024

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Joel Embiid added 19 points, while Kevin Durant contributed with nine clutch points. LeBron James had 16 points, 12 rebounds and 10 assists, his second Olympic triple-double. He is the first men's basketball player with multiple triple-doubles at the Olympics.

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Kauli Vaast, of France, warms up prior to the quarterfinals round of the 2024 Summer Olympics surfing competition Thursday, Aug. 1, 2024, in Teahupo’o, Tahiti. (AP Photo/Gregory Bull)

Ethan Ewing of Team Australia paddles during round three of the surfing competition, on day three at the 2024 Summer Olympics, Monday, July 29, 2024, in Teahupo’o, French Polynesia. (Ed Sloane/Pool Photo via AP)

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TEAHUPO’O, Tahiti (AP) — A surfing judge was removed from the Paris Olympics judging panel after a photo circulated online of him embracing a competitor along the shore’s edge in Tahiti this week.

During one of the competition’s off days, a commentator shared a photo on his social media showing Australian judge Benjamin Lowe posing alongside Australian surfing team member Ethan Ewing. Bede Durbidge, coach of the Australian team, was also in the photo.

The International Surfing Association released a statement Thursday saying it removed Lowe from the judging panel for the remainder of the competition to “protect the integrity and fairness of the ongoing competition.”

“The ISA is aware of a photo circulating on social media in which one of the Olympic surfing judges from Australia is seen socially interacting with an Australian athlete and the team manager,” the ISA said. “It is inappropriate for a judge to be interacting in this manner with an athlete and their team.”

The decision was made in accordance with the ISA’s code of conduct and the International Olympic Committee’s code of ethics, it said.

Australia’s team management didn’t immediately respond to a request for comment from The Associated Press.

The surfing federation said it had “communicated with all judges and teams to remind them of their responsibilities regarding appropriate behavior.”

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Why the paris olympics can’t be overshadowed by social media controversies.

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PARIS, FRANCE - AUGUST 01: Imane Khelif of Team Algeria and Angela Carini of Team Italy exchange ... [+] punches during the Women's 66kg preliminary round match on day six of the Olympic Games Paris 2024 at North Paris Arena on August 01, 2024 in Paris, France. (Photo by Richard Pelham/Getty Images)

The ongoing 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris are just past their halfway point, but already there have been some truly memorable moments—and with it, no shortage of controversy. It began with the Opening Ceremonies but has since stirred up no shortage of considerable debate on social media.

Users on the platforms were almost as quick as gold medalist Noah Lyles in questioning the rules of the 100-meter sprint in determining a winner—which, for the record clearly states that it is a runner's torso that must be first across the line, not the runner's foot.

Likewise, Algerian boxer Imane Khelif found herself at the center of a controversy over gender, while French pole vaulter Anthony Ammirati received likely a bit more attention on the social platforms than he may have liked after a video went viral suggesting a "bulge" in his shorts cost him a medal! In Ammirati's case, a closer view of the video shows that his knee hit the bar. Moreover, while he also failed in all three attempts, nine other men hit the mark.

"Everyone loves to chime in and talk about the Olympic athletes, but it needs to be remembered that Olympians are people too, and we should try our best to highlight their accomplishments over bringing controversies, negatives, and 'what’s next' questions to mainstream media," suggested Jenna Guarneri, founder & CEO at JMG Public Relations.

"Huge pop culture events, like the Olympics, have always sparked conversation in the media and our inner circles," added David Watkins, publicist and account manager at Otter Public Relations.

Watkins said that the difference nowadays is that social media gives everyone a platform for opinions to potentially go viral, whether they are based in fact or not.

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"This mixed with the prevalence of misinformation online, makes for a nasty pairing when people share discourse and debate online," warned Watkins.

Social Media Is Less Focus On The Performances

Perhaps the biggest trend on social media this year has been that the performances have often been overshadowed by the controversies and appearance of the athletes. It should be added that another French athlete, springboard diver Jules Bouyer also went viral for his tight swimsuit, and reportedly asked fans to focus on his performance—not his appearance.

"The speed, amplification, broader reach, and ability to build and engage in real-time conversations around Olympic moments have shifted the dynamic of how the games are covered and consumed. Social media empowers users to decide what they find interesting, endearing, and newsworthy," explained Paul Miser, executive vice president and group director at marketing firm The How Agency.

"While social media can have its downsides due to a small number of users with negative intentions, the positives greatly outweigh the negatives. Social media's speed and reach allowed Stephen Nedoroscik to gain recognition and capitalize on his fame while still in Paris, in the midst of the competition," added Miser. "When social media rallies behind an athlete who may not otherwise receive media attention or even medal, it provides opportunities for those individuals to succeed in other ways, especially as interest translates into followers."

Yet, Small Stories Still Get Attention

On the positive side of things, social media has indeed enabled some competitors to have their moment in the spotlight. Rarely do the "shooting" stars of the Olympic Games get much more than a passing mention. This certainly wasn't the case this year.

South Korea's Kim Yeji became an Internet sensation, who is now the theme of numerous memes for her all-too-cool stance in the pistol competition, in which she earned a silver medal. The same held true of Turkish sports shooter Yusuf Dikec for what appeared to be a far more casual attitude.

Neither of the shooters is new to the scene, and likely wouldn't have received much attention—despite each winning silver—were it not for social media.

"The Olympic #shootingsport stars we didn't know we needed," @Olympics posted on X, the social media platform formerly known as Twitter, highlighting the two unique shooting styles.

"Social media can also make unlikely stars. The pistol shooter from Turkey Yusuf Dikec wasn't a gold medalist. He won silver as a member of his mixed team and was not considered a spectacular athlete compared to others in that sport. He received no attention until his round," said Baruch Labunski, CEO of SEO firm Rank Secure.

With nearly a week to go, it is likely more stories will go viral, as well as additional controversies.

"These are the real moments that people connect to," noted Jacinta Gandy, branding and marketing expert at Social Circle. "We often celebrate victories but there is so much more beyond that. We typically view Olympians as heroes, but showing the struggles on social media has humanized them in a way we have not seen before and is bringing these stories to life!"

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Pop-up pornography is unexpected and uninvited in kids' online spaces, and it's harming young people

Alex was in year 6 on Wikipedia researching a project, on his iPad, when porn popped up unexpectedly.

"I thought my iPad had been infected with a virus or something and I was quite scared," the now 17-year-old says.

"I didn't want to tell dad that I had this weird virus … I felt very embarrassed."

Youth advocate and educator Dan Principe works with young people to build ideas about healthy masculinity and respectful relationships.

He says "pop-up sex bots dropping into these primary schoolers' online spaces" are now to be expected — but definitely not welcome.

"We're talking about a $97 billion-a-year industry that makes up 30 per cent of the internet, as a conservative estimate," he says.

"I just want to be really, really clear that's not young people's fault.

"Is this the healthiest way to learn about sex, consent, and respect? Is this going to be a positive sex educator? Or is it actually harming us?"

So what is the harm?

Years ago you had to walk into a shop to buy a pornographic magazine or video. 

Now it's available to anyone with a digital device, and it's making its way to children without them even looking for it.

QUT researcher Maree Crabbe says half of young people reported it was not intentional the first time they saw pornography.

"It might have just appeared in their social media feed or a pop-up, or they might have spelt something wrong in a search engine," Ms Crabbe says.

Sasha, 16, says online porn is "unavoidable".

"I've definitely come across it on Instagram because, on your Explore page, you don't have much control over what comes up," she says.

"I tried to ignore it because I didn't know what to do with that information."

She thinks pornography is harmful to young people because it pushes unrealistic standards.

"These things aren't real. And especially to young girls, like, no young girl is going to look like that," she says.

"But the idea of that's what's beautiful, that's desirable, I think is quite harmful."

Jasmine, 17, believes pornography "perpetuates an unrealistic body image".

"That's what [young women] see as desirable so that stuff gets ingrained in the culture of society," she says.

Educator Dan says porn is also a driver of attitudes that see women as less human, and reinforces ideas of power and dominance of men over women.

"It's certainly not helping to establish great understandings of respectful relationships and consent," he says.

'This is not OK'

Ms Crabbe is the director of an Australian project called It's Time We Talked which focuses on the impact pornography has on young people.

She says most of what teenagers are seeing is not even close to reality and confuses what we understand as consent, pleasure, and how men and women should behave.

"It's often sexist, and racist, and homophobic," Ms Crabbe says.

"The reason that I got into this work is because young people told me that they were learning about sex from porn.

"And when I looked at what they're learning about sex from porn, and I read the research about it and its impacts — particularly its relationship to violence — I thought 'this is not OK'."

A study that Ms Crabbe and her colleagues recently released found that almost half of all boys had seen pornography by the age of 13, and almost half of girls had seen it by the age of 15.

"On average, young men see pornography three years before their first partnered sexual experience and young women see it two years before," she says.

"So often children or young people are being exposed to sexual imagery online before they've kissed an intimate partner or been intimate with someone in any way at all."

Ms Crabbe says pornography is impacting the kinds of sexual practices that young people are engaging in — and it's dangerous.

"We're seeing an increase, for example, in strangulation during sex, which is a very dangerous practice and has become, unfortunately, quite common with no conversation about consent," she says.

Jasmine thinks the unrealistic treatment of women in pornographic videos is a concern.

"Getting choked and pushed around and stuff is seen as the ideal by young men," she says.

"And then young women see that as well. And they think, 'Oh, this is what's supposed to be happening to me.'"

Alex says it also influences what young men see as the norm.

"Is this what we're going to have to be doing?" he says.

Setting up unrealistic expectations

Ms Crabbe says pornography is "not how to create good pleasure for a partner in real life".

And the kids who spoke to BTN High agree.

Charlie was in year 7 doing homework when porn popped up unexpectedly on his device.

"It's a fake scenario, it's not real life, [and] it's often before a lot of people experience their first romantic relationship," the now 18-year-old says.

"A lot of the stuff that people see is fake, it's not authentic," Jasmine says.

"Very fake," says Alex.

"And as a result, I guess that ultimately hurts your relationships and further relationships in the future."

How to counteract harmful messages

The government is trialling age verification technology that could restrict access to porn for those under the age of 18.

The eSafety Commissioner has also given social media and tech giants until the end of the year to show how they'll stop children from being exposed to pornography online .

"Surely we can do more to keep young people safe," says Dan, the youth advocate and educator.

"We need to rearrange the fact that we have put the profits of this billion-dollar industry ahead of the wellbeing of young people."

Charlie thinks uncomfortable conversations are needed.

"I think there definitely should be more protection for young people online … [when] going on different websites or social media. There need to be measures put in place for that," he says.

"And then also, I think, if people want to access it, there still should be age restrictions in place because of the impact it can have on young men and young women at such a young age."

But for teenagers like Sasha, pop-up porn can be a difficult and embarrassing topic to discuss.

"It's such a taboo topic. No-one's really talking about it," she says.

"So I think starting open conversations and breaking down that taboo barrier would definitely help."

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Gov. Tim Walz of Minnesota, the newly announced running mate to Vice President Kamala Harris, has worked with his state’s Democratic-controlled Legislature to enact an ambitious agenda of liberal policies: free college tuition for low-income students, free meals for schoolchildren, legal recreational marijuana and protections for transgender people.

“You don’t win elections to bank political capital,” Mr. Walz wrote last year about his approach to governing. “You win elections to burn political capital and improve lives.”

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