This French Valentine’s Day reading comprehension activity gives intermediate learners a no-prep, four-page mystery story, bilingual questions, extension activities, and an answer key. Use it for French 2 with support or French 3 and above independently while students practice the passé composé and imparfait in context.

Valentine’s Day is approaching, but strange things have been happening on campus. Marc and Lola are getting worried. Your students will read the story and discover what—or who—is causing all the weirdness!

This French Valentine’s Day reading comprehension resource can be used for whole-class reading, independent work, a seasonal lesson, or an engaging French sub plan. The included glossary supports developing readers, while the bilingual question sets give you flexibility for different student needs.

LANGUAGE AND LEVEL

The French past tense story uses both the passé composé and imparfait. It is appropriate for:

• French 2 students with teacher or glossary support

• French 3 and advanced students working independently

• Intermediate Core French or French Immersion learners

• High school French classes looking for a seasonal reading activity

WHAT’S INCLUDED

• Four-page short story in French

• Glossary of new vocabulary

• Google Slides version of the story

• Eight comprehension questions in French

• Eight comprehension questions in English

• Illustrate-the-story activity

• Find-the-main-details activity

• Complete answer key

• Infographic about the language of flowers

• Links to videos about Valentine’s Day in France and the language of flowers

USE THIS RESOURCE FOR

• A Valentine’s Day French class activity

• Reading comprehension practice

• Passé composé and imparfait review

• Independent or partner reading

• A no-prep lesson

• An emergency French sub plan

• Seasonal enrichment for intermediate learners

Give students an engaging seasonal mystery while reinforcing French reading comprehension, vocabulary, and past-tense understanding—all with the questions, activities, and answers ready for you.

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