Hello, dear student. Today, we will be focusing on the use of contracted articles in the French language.
As you may already know, French grammar has a unique structure and these exercises are designed to help you master the rules concerning French contracted articles. This will enhance your understanding and fluency in the French language.
We will be covering a series of exercises that includes filling in the blanks, reordering sentences, translating sentences, and choosing the correct alternative.
Les articles contractés are formed by the combination of the prepositions à or de with the definite articles.
Combination | Article | Exemple |
à + le | au | Je vais au parc |
à + la | à la | Je vais à la maison |
à + l’ | à l’ | Je vais à l’hôtel |
à + les | aux | Je vais aux États-Unis |
Combination | Article | Exemple |
de + le | du | Je viens du parc |
de + la | de la | Je viens de la maison |
de + l’ | de l’ | Je viens de l’hôtel |
de + les | des | Je viens des États-unis |
1) Fill in the Blanks with the Correct Article
au – aux – à la – à l
2) Put the Sentences in the Right Order
a) bibliothèque / veux / je / aller / la / à
Je veux aller à la bibliothèque.
3) Translate these Sentences Taking the French Articles Contractés into Consideration
a) I go to the market.
Je vais au marché.
4) Choose the Correct Alternative – French Articles Contractés Practice
Well done on reaching the end of these activities! Remember, mastering a new language requires practice and persistence. Each exercise you’ve completed today is building up your comprehension of French contracted articles.
Don’t be discouraged if you got some wrong, it’s all part of the learning process. Continue reviewing and practicing, and you will notice your French language skills improving day by day. You’re on the right path, keep going!