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KS3 French Revolution & Bastille Day Resource | Cross-Curricular History & French Activities

Explore Bastille Day and the French Revolution in KS3 with this cross-curricular resource linking History and French (MFL) through culture, rights, and vocabulary.

KS3 Bastille Day & French Revolution Resource
Teach students about the storming of the Bastille, monarchy, revolution, and French traditions. A cross-curricular resource for KS3 History and French (MFL).

What’s Included:
PPT of Overview of the French Revolution and the storming of the Bastille
Key themes: monarchy, revolution, liberty, and citizenship
Focus on le 14 juillet and its significance in French national identity
French vocabulary for parades, fireworks, and celebrations
quizzes and questions
Writing prompts and speaking activities on national holidays
Optional creative tasks: poster, parade design, or slogan creation

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is this KS3 Bastille Day resource about?
A: It introduces students to the historical and cultural significance of Bastille Day and the French Revolution, covering themes of monarchy, liberty, and celebration.

Q: Which subjects does this resource cover?
A: This is a cross-curricular pack designed for KS3 History and French (MFL). It explores revolution in history and French vocabulary tied to cultural celebrations.

Q: What vocabulary is included in the French tasks?
A: Students learn words like le 14 juillet, feu d’artifice (fireworks), défilé (parade), république, and citoyen/citoyenne (citizen), along with sentence-level usage.

Q: Is it suitable for Year 7, 8, and 9?
A: Yes. Tasks are differentiated and flexible, suitable for all KS3 year groups. History teachers can focus on revolutions; MFL teachers can explore celebrations and identity.

Q: Can this be used for French Day or themed weeks?
A: Absolutely. It’s ideal for French Days, cultural weeks, or cross-curricular days. Activities support both subject knowledge and global cultural awareness.

Q: Are the materials editable and printable?
A: Yes, the resource is fully editable for you to adapt to your learners. Print-friendly ppt
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