Introduction In this paper, I will be trying to determine whether the Official Languages Act (OLA) is an adequate reflection of the French/English relations in Canada. By examining what the purpose of the Act is and also by examining the relationship of French and English in Canada, I will try to co...

French- English Colonization There were absolutely many differences in the way that the French and English colonized. Because England was to self-centered about their individuals than to worry anything about their colonies to the point you see France had sufficient time and occasion to coloniz...

Noir is also a French word Ginette Vincendeau The theme of this French article is the French antecedents of film noir. Film noir is a term used to describe the large body of films in America in the period of 1941-58, generally they focus on urban crime and corruption, on sudden episodes of violence ...

Difference Between Two Different Schools Many people wonder how it's different between schools here in the U.S. and schools in France. You may say that there isn't any difference because they are both where we kids learn and succeed in life, right? That is where you're wrong; go...

Like the cultures of most regions of the world, the French culture is greatly influence by geographical and economic characteristics of the country. For example, France's fertile soil has played a large role in the country's reputation as a world culinary centre. The country's extensive co...

Throughout the French and Haitian Revolutions both political and social revolutions occurred. With the revolutions occurring first in France, lead to the need for Haitians to create there own government. A revolution takes place when people attempt to change the features of their society, that effe...

French Declaration of the Rights of Man vs. The American Bill of Rights The French Declaration of the Rights of Man's first difference from the American Bill of Rights is why they were written. The French document was written by a French assembly of representatives aimed at showing the problems of t...

The debate between Poussinistes and Rubenistes began in the French Academy. The debate was between the artistic ideas of Poussin and Ruben. The Poussinistes thought that drawing and the use of lines were more important than color because it appeals to the mind the most. The Rubenistes believed th...

The second French colonial empire lasted from late 1800s until the 1960s and included Northern Africa, a large part of Western and Central Africa, Indochina and a number of islands all over the world. The existence of its colonial empire was an immense help to France in World War II when her coloni...

1- (a) The correct assumption that Disney made about the tastes and preferences of French consumer is that it had created 30,000 french jobs......so there was a constant increase in the attendance. (b) There were many incorrect assumptions....that the Europeans eat breakfast ; they ate bacon ...

Love him or hate him, Pierre Elliot Trudeau\'s presence could not be ignored. He dreamed of a united Canada and boldly challenged those who would stand in the way with media worthy quips like, \"Just watch me.\" His national dream forced at least two generations of children to spit and swear their w...

On July 1, 1867, celebrations occurred nationwide as confederation passed and Canada became an independent country. With the uniting of Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia and New Brunswick, the Dominion of Canada was created. Obtaining the right to confederation was a long and difficult process. In Septem...

Throughout history, there have been invasions and occupations of countries. Starting with Alexander the Great, the idea came about that with land comes to power. The mid-1800s brought about a resurgence of countries, mainly France and England, wanting more land. But unlike the past 400 years where t...

Andorra is one of the most unique countries in the world. It only has 175 square miles to call its own, which is less than half the size of New York City. Andorra is located in a valley of the mountains between France and Spain. From it being located between the mountains in the valley Andorra has b...

It spins! It sleeps! It flips! It turns! It's the amazing yo-yo! So many people have busted a few moves with a yo-yo, or at least tried to, sometime in their lives. It's seems that it's been a toy that's been around forever. But, of course, it is a man-made object, therefore it must have an inventor...

During the era known as the Age of Royal Absolutism, many European countries began to look more outside of the realm of their own country. They turned to imperialism in order to gain wealth and power. England, the Dutch Netherlands, France, and Spain competed in North America, Africa, India, and m...

The author has made a strong point of mentioning how Canada has been a prime example of the rights revolution. Throughout his lectures he discusses the importance of Canada and rights, and how other nations learn about rights by learning about Canada. Using the history of Canada in order to shows th...

Turning Point Title: Napoleon's Retreat from MoscowPlace and Date of Event: June 22 1812 Napoleon and the Grande Arme invadeRussia. December 18 1812 what is left of the Grande Arme make it back toFrance. Key Individuals and Roles: Napoleon: Emperor of France who lead the French Arme and it's allies...

My favorite country in the world When you think about all the countries in the world, it is quite difficult to decide on one particular favorite. There are just so many great nations, great people, and great cultures. But one country that has really captured my attention has to be the great is...

Before World War II broke out and France fell to the Germans, Kay Boyle had been living and writing in France. She was a serious writer. She had been taken seriously by the critics and was pretty much respected. People thought that she was a real artist, some people even thought that she was one of ...

Ever wonder about the English language and where it came from? Curious to know why so many words seem to be very similar to those in other foreign languages? The answer to those questions is that it did, in fact, come from many other foreign languages. Almost all the words in the English language...

Ever since I was a little girl I dreamed about traveling overseas. Strange lands, exciting places, and new cultures have always fascinated me. I've always wondered what it would be like to speak another language, to grow up learning different customs, or to live in a completely different way than I ...

In his lifetime, Adam de la Halle was perhaps best known by the name \"Adam le Bossu,\" which means in English, \"Adam the Hunchback.\" The hump in Halle\'s upper back was a birth defect, which caused Halle, all his life, to appear slightly stooped in his posture; and to be noticeable if not extreme...

Does Democracy encourage ethnic conflict? Examples from Sri Lanka and Canada: This essay explores the connections between democracy and ethnic conflict in...

Anthropology Projecta).It would be difficult for a French Catholic historian who was a devout Catholic to write a book about Kateri Tegawitha that would show respect for her people, and be critical of those who have written about her before because it was normally unusual for a native to embrace Chr...