My English Class #38: "Umbrellas in France"

Vocabulary
A. Stylish: élégant
B. Hang (verb): suspendre

Guide Questions
1. What does the speaker say about umbrellas in France?
2. What does the speaker say about the city of Cherbourg?
3. What do people do in some French towns?

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TRANSCRIPT

In France, umbrellas are both useful and stylish. People use them to stay dry in the rain, especially in cities like Paris where it often rains. Umbrellas are also a fashion accessory. Many French people like to choose colorful or elegant designs. The city of Cherbourg is famous for making high-quality umbrellas. There is even a popular French movie called The Umbrellas of Cherbourg, which made the city more famous. In some French towns, people hang umbrellas in the air during festivals to make beautiful umbrella streets. These decorations bring color and joy. In France, umbrellas are not just for bad weather—they are also part of fashion, film, and art. (111 words)

Sources:

• The Umbrellas of Cherbourg. IMDb, 1964.
• Parapluie de Cherbourg. https://parapluiedecherbourg.com