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Examines the artistic reaction to World War I and its anticipation of World War II with a focus on what is known as the Surrealism movement and on authors/thinkers who systematically questioned social and political assumptions about coherence and meaning through dream, studies of the self, idealism and ideology. Readings in Proust, Colette, Aragon, Breton, Malraux, Michaux and Yourcenar. Class material includes poetry, narratives and the visual arts as well as a study of Renoir's 1939 movie "La Regle du jeu." Prerequisite, French 211 or 212, or consent of the instructor. Maximum enrollment, 16.
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A thorough grounding in speaking, writing, reading and comprehension for beginners. This is an intensive, interactive course which allows students to gain oral fluency fast and start writing short texts. Textbook readings and exercises supplemented by short texts and films. Prerequisite, For students with no prior experience in French. Four hours of class, plus one session with a teaching assistant, and laboratory work. First-year students who follow the sequence through 140 may qualify for the Junior Year in France Program, with consent of the director. Van de Wiele.
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Increased instruction in aural comprehension, speaking, reading and writing. In 120, students engage in more in-depth conversation topics and writing assignments about everyday life and cultural topics related to French-speaking areas around the world. Four hours of class, with additional independent drill and laboratory work as well as Internet exploration. Prerequisite, 110 or placement in 111/120. Although a natural continuation of 110, 120 can be taken independently. First-year students who follow the sequence to 140 may qualify to attend the Junior Year in France. Guyot-Bender, Van de Wiele.
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The diversity of the French-speaking world will provide the material for students' active engagement and greater proficiency in speaking, comprehending, reading and writing French. Strengthening of basic grammar, oral practice and conversation, readings in contemporary cultures and social issues. Incorporates texts, films and other activities as the basis for discussion, debate, exposés and short compositions. Three hours of class and session with teaching assistant. Prerequisite, 111, 120 or French placement exam. O'Neal, Van de Wiele.
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Further venture into the French-speaking world, as students gain increased proficiency in understanding, speaking, reading and writing French while continuing to strengthen grammatical forms, aural and written expression. More time is spent on using French as a base for discussion. Students will work on a variety of topics which may be based on French television, film, the Web, short fiction or drama. Fall will be dedicated to Film. Special focus on oral presentation and composition. Three hours of class and session with teaching assistant. (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 130, placement exam or consent of instructor. Guyot-Bender (Fall), Mwantuali (Spring).
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An intensive course to improve all language skills, focusing on oral and written argumentation, proper nuanced expression, grammar and vocabulary-building strategies through the analysis of contemporary literary and cultural texts. A necessary course for study abroad and French culture and literature courses. Mandatory discussion session TBA. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) Prerequisite, 140 or placement exam. Regular class meetings plus a weekly discussion session with a teaching assistant. Maximum enrollment, 20. Krueger (Fall); O'Neal (Spring).
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Examines representative works of French literature around the topic of difference. Special attention is given to literary analysis and to coherent structuring of written argumentation. Texts read and movies cover different literary genres and, while working on improving the students' skills in close reading, they lay a solid basis for strong general knowledge of French literatures. Taught in French. (Writing-intensive.) (Oral Presentations.) Although not a requirement, 200 is strongly recommended; otherwise placement exam results or consent of instructor. Maximum enrollment, 20. Guyot-Bender.
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Study of representative genres from the Middle Ages to 1800: the epic, romance, the lai, lyric poetry, theatre and prose fiction. Focus on problems and techniques of literary analysis. Class discussion, oral presentations and papers. Taught in French. (Writing-intensive.) Although not a requirement, 200 is strongly recommended. Maximum enrollment, 20. Krueger.
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An introduction to cultures of French-speaking areas beyond the Hexagon: Africa, the Caribbean, Canada. Topics include the history of slavery, colonization and neo-colonization; literatures; sculptures, masks, paintings; fashion; and cuisines. Discussion based on readings, films and presentations by native informants. Taught in French. Although not a requirement 200 is strongly recommended. Instructor's consent required for those returning from study in France. Mwantuali.
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Study of the novel as an emergent form in both its English and French contexts. Topics include the role of women as writers, readers, and subjects of novels; the development of the genre; and the social context of the novel. Works by such authors as Aphra Behn, Frances Burney, Daniel Defoe, Francoise de Graffigny, Choderlos de Laclos, Marie de Lafayette, Antoine Prevost, Marie Riccoboni, Laurence Sterne, and Voltaire. (Taught in English.) Does not fulfill the senior seminar requirement for the English concentration (1700-1900). Prerequisite, one 200-level course in literature. Open to juniors and seniors only.May not be counted toward the French major. (Same as English and Creative Writing 334 and Comparative Literature 334.) Maximum enrollment, 12. Stewart and J O'Neill.
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