Louisiana's French Heritage

Louisiana's French Heritage

Grade 12th Grade · Social Studies · 99 min

What's Included

Learning Objective

I can analyze the lasting impact of French language, culture, and traditions on Louisiana.

Warm-Up Video

Louisiana Public Broadcasting · 13:01

French Language in Louisiana | La Veillée

Guided Notes

3 key concepts

  • 1

    In 1921, Louisiana legislation ratified a new constitution that prohibited education in French, impacting the language's presence in the state.

  • 2

    Despite discrimination, Louisiana French and Creole have been preserved through generations by Cajuns, Creoles, and Francophone Indians.

  • 3

    French immersion programs in Louisiana offer hope for the language's revival, with the first program opening in the 1980s and now having over 30 programs across the state.

Practice Questions

12 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

Quick comprehension check

Describe one lasting impact of the French language on Louisiana, as discussed in the video.

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