Trip to Quebec!

Introduction

A Trip to Quebec!⚜️

By: Rachel Monk, Tracy Le Rouzes and Nicolette Giannarelis-Petsis

 

This is a really fun and exciting way for you to learn about French-speaking communities in our country. This webquest will allow you to work at your own pace with a partner or in a small group (3-4 people). While using the tools provided, you will be conducting your own research to learn about various cultural aspects in the province of Quebec. Additionally, this webquest will teach you general planning skills as you prepare for your visit.

Canada is a great country with lots to offer. It is the second largest country in the world and it is made up of five regions; the Atlantic Provinces,  the Prairies, Central Canada, the Northern Territories, and the West Coast. Central Canada consists of two provinces; Ontario (where we live), and Quebec (where you will be visiting). Quebec is the home of the Québécois (French Canadians). Each year, the Québécois host and celebrate le Carnaval de Québec which encompasses many of their beliefs, values and overall traditions. It is known as the world’s largest winter festival and spans over the course of 17 days. Your job is to plan a week-long vacation for a family of four (4). The family can consist of any family members (parents, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and/or siblings).

Task

Choose a minimum of five (5) questions to answer:

  1. What do you need to pack?

  2. What would you like to eat?

  3. Where will you stay?

  4. How will you get there? How long will it take for you to get there?

  5. Which activities would you like to do?

  6. Which attractions would you like to see?

  7. What interesting fact did you just learn about?

Process

Instructions:

  1. Make a group of 3 or 4.

  2. Research Le Carnaval de Québec. Think about the questions from “Task” while you research.

  3. Choose 6-8 things that you want to do, visit, or eat at Carnaval. Each group member should pick 2 things.

  4. Write 1-2 sentences (or more if you want) in French describing each of the things you want to do. (Check the word wall for hints!)

  5. Draw pictures or find photos of each activity you want to do.

  6. Practice reading your sentences. You will present your plan to the class. Each group member needs to present at least 2 activities.

  7. Which words do we need to know in French?

Evaluation

Self Evaluation

                                                   Comment tu te sens?

Je ne comprends pas

(I Don’t Get It) 

 

I don’t understand- YET! I need some help.

 

 

Inquiet

1

Je comprends un peu

(I Sort of Get It) 

 

I am beginning to understand but I’m still a little confused and need some help.

 

Confus

2

Je comprends pour la plupart

(I Mostly Get It)

 

I understand, and I can do this work on my own without any help.

 

 

Heureux (euse)

 3

Je comprends tout

(I Got It)

 

I understand, and I can explain it to someone else. 

 

 

Confiant

 

4



 

 J’ai choisi ____________ (the feeling) parce que…(please share how you feel about the Webquest) 

______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ .

 

Rubric

 

4

3

2

1

Knowledge & Understanding

-demonstrates thorough understanding of a variety terms and ideas that represent Le Carnival and Quebecois culture

-demonstrates thorough understanding of basic vocabulary related to travel

-demonstrates considerable understanding of a variety terms and ideas that represent Le Carnival and Quebecois culture

-demonstrates considerable understanding of basic vocabulary related to travel

-demonstrates some understanding of a variety terms and ideas that represent Le Carnival and Quebecois culture

-demonstrates some understanding of basic vocabulary related to travel

-demonstrates limited understanding of a variety terms and ideas that represent Le Carnival and Quebecois culture

-demonstrates limited understanding of basic vocabulary related to travel

Thinking

-gathers and organizes suitable and relevant information with a high degree of effectiveness

-online translation resources have been used appropriately

-gathers and organizes suitable and relevant information with considerable effectiveness

-online translation resources have mostly been used appropriately

-gathers and organizes suitable and relevant information with some effectiveness

-online translation resources have usually been used appropriately

-gathers and organizes suitable and relevant information with limited effectiveness

-much of the text has been translated directly online

Communication

-is very well rehearsed and makes consistent eye contact

-speaks clearly and confidently

-pronounces correctly

-intonation demonstrates understanding and enthusiasm

-is well rehearsed and makes eye contact

-speaks clearly

-pronounces most words correctly

-intonation reflects understanding

-is somewhat rehearsed and makes eye contact

-pronounces many words correctly

-intonation sometimes reflects understanding

-eye contact is limited

-sometimes pronounces words correctly 

-intonation occasionally reflects understanding

Application

-travel plans and details are thorough and specific

-includes a wide variety of photos and/ or drawings that enhance the presentation

-travel plans and details are complete

-selected drawings and/ or photos support the presentation

-travel plans and details are present

-some drawings and/ or photos included

-travel plans are unclear

-drawings and/ or photos are limited
Credits
Teacher Page

Core French - Grade 5 

(Same expectations as French Immersion and Extended French Grade 5)

Listening: A3.1 Intercultural Awareness: using information from oral French texts, identify French-speaking communities in Quebec, find out about aspects of their cultures, and make connections to personal experiences and their own and other communities 

Speaking: B3.1 Intercultural Awareness: communicate information orally about French-speaking communities in Quebec, including aspects of their cultures and their contributions to la francophonie and the world, and make connections to personal experiences and their own and other communities

Reading: ​​C3.1 Intercultural Awareness: using information from a variety of French texts, identify French-speaking communities in Quebec, find out about aspects of their cultures, and make connections to personal experiences and their own and other communities 

Writing: D3.1 Intercultural Awareness: in their written work, communicate information about French-speaking communities in Quebec, including aspects of their cultures and their contributions to la francophonie and the world, and make connections to personal experiences and their own and other communities 



 

This webquest will support a teacher looking for a new way to incorporate an authentic cultural experience and technology into their French language class. In planning a family trip to Le Carnaval de Québec, students will explore the province’s capital city, learn about the history of this 127 year old tradition and discover all the world’s largest winter carnival has to offer! The webquest will encourage them to navigate the internet in an efficient way, by locating the most relevant information to help them make their plans. They will look at transportation, accommodations, food, activities and attractions. They will practice familiar vocabulary and learn new words. A brief presentation, enhanced by images, is sure to promote communication in French.