The civic exam covers five main topics: values of the Republic, institutions, rights and duties, history-geo-culture and life in society.
The exam covers five main topics. Identifying them is already a way to structure your revision.
1. Principles and values of the Republic
Liberty, equality, fraternity, secularism (laïcité): the foundations of the Republic and their concrete meaning.
2. Institutions and the political system
The role of the President, Parliament and Government, and how democracy works.
3. Rights and duties of citizens
The right to vote, freedoms, and everyone's obligations.
4. History, geography and culture
Key dates, symbols and essential landmarks of France.
5. Living in French society
Public services, school, health and everyday procedures.
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