Cours des 11 et 13 mai (3.4)
Brainstorm the title « stand up for your rights! » >> Can you guess what we’re going to talk about ?
READING >> Les lois de ségrégation de l’époque. >> Jim Crow Laws – work
MAP USA – segregation >> map usa segregation2026
Exercise 0 Exercise 1 Exercise 2
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Segregation in the USA (1950)
In 1950, segregation existed in many parts of the United States. Segregation was the separation of Black and White people in public places such as schools, buses, restaurants and restrooms (toilets).
In the Southern states, segregation was legal. Black Americans did not have the same rights as White Americans. In some states, segregation was prohibited, especially in the North.
This map shows that the USA was divided on the question of civil rights. Segregation was unfair and discriminatory. Many African Americans fought for equality and freedom during the Civil Rights Movement.
Important vocabulary
- segregation = séparation raciale
- discrimination = discrimination
- equal rights = droits égaux
- legal = légal
- prohibited = interdit
- civil rights = droits civiques
- equality = égalité
Cours semaine du 20 mai
Look at this photo taken in 1955 in the USA. Do you think this lady is allowed to be seated here ?
Now, watch this video to find out who Rosa Parks really was.
Now do this activity >> click here
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Je retiens : leçon sur la forme passive –> grammar – la forme passive
Grammar : Exercice 1 Exercice 2 Exercice 3
Autres exercices exercice 1 exercice 2 exercice 3
WRITING – With the help of the video and the exercises, write a short biography about Rosa Parks and present it.
HIDDEN FIGURES
1 – FILM HIDDEN FIGURES >> quiz hidden figures
2 – Writing Task – Hidden Figures
After watching Hidden Figures, write a paragraph (100–150 words) about the film.
Include:
- A short summary of the story.
- The main characters and their roles.
- The challenges they faced.
- What you learned from the film.
- Your opinion about the movie and why you liked or disliked it.
Use complete sentences and give specific examples from the film to support your ideas.
Success criteria:
✅ Write in the past tense.
✅ Use linking words (because, however, therefore, also…).
✅ Check spelling and punctuation.
✅ Express your personal opinion clearly.