La peste noire comes to life in this intermediate French reading comprehension resource about the origins, spread, treatments, and effects of the Black Plague in Europe. Designed for French 2 and higher, it includes a three-page French nonfiction article, 10 questions in French, 10 questions in English, an answer key, and both printable and Google Slides versions.

Students will learn where the Black Plague originated, what caused it, how people attempted to treat it, and how it affected European society. This engaging French history reading gives students meaningful interpretive-reading practice while introducing important historical content.

The article is suitable for novice-high and intermediate-low learners with teacher guidance. More advanced students can read and complete the questions independently. Choose the English questions for additional scaffolding or the French questions for more target-language practice.

The reading also includes examples of the imparfait and passé composé in context. Use it to reinforce past-tense recognition while students focus on the meaning of an authentic nonfiction topic.

Use this French reading comprehension activity for:

• French 2 reading comprehension
• Intermediate French reading practice
• French history or cross-curricular lessons
• Nonfiction interpretive reading
• Passé composé and imparfait in context
• Guided or independent work
• AP French reading practice
• Discussion or writing extensions
• A low-prep French sub plan

The printable version includes:

• Three-page article in French about the Black Plague
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Complete answer key
• Resource page with links to related videos and websites

The Google Slides version includes:

• Digital French reading about the Black Plague
• 10 comprehension questions in English
• 10 comprehension questions in French
• Complete answer key
• Resource pages with links to related videos and websites

With two question-language options and both print and digital formats, you can adjust the level of support while giving students an engaging activité de compréhension de lecture about la peste noire.

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