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Name: Sports in France
Author: Insta~Lesson

10th Grade · World Languages · 99 min

I can describe the role of sports in French culture and society.

1
Some French football teams have tried to use witchcraft to help them win games.
2
The France National Rugby team, known as Les Bleus, has competed at every World Cup since 1987 but has never won.
3
The Médoc Marathon is a unique race in France where runners can sample wine and regional delicacies at refreshment stations.

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