At the same time, definitions of key words and phrases, in both English and French, may be accessed. But this capability is not available simultaneously, i.e., while the sound is playing. There is also an explanation of which words and phrases refer to specific characters in the story as well as how characters relate to each other. There are a few arbitrary characteristics. One wonders for whom this explanation is intended.
Inauthentic voices grate at times.
Wiley's college office reports any instructor interested in adopting the text will automatically receive the CD-ROM along with the examination copy of the textbook.