Through the literature and the culture of seven centuries of French history, we will evaluate the importance of language from 1100 to 1800 in the creation of an ideal of social behavior and a sense of elegance. Prerequisite, FREN 207 or permission of department chair. This course will define and evaluate the convention that has created the myth of romance within French culture. Prerequisite, FREN 207 or permission of department chair. FREN 318 Advanced Composition and Translation Development of proficiency in writing French, with emphasis on the contrastive aspects of English and French structure.
Special attention is given to style and to the idiomatic use of language.
Introduction to translation techniques. Weekly compositions or translation will enhance student skill in these areas. Prerequisites, FREN 204 and at least 6 additional credits of 200-level French, or permission of department chair. Students are selected by the department. FREN 375 Independent Study in French Study of a selected subject.