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1 III. France

2 A. Fifth Republic “The Hexagon” – France’s nickname
Charles de Gaulle – General in French army who became president of France French Resistance – Spied on Germany activities and assassinated Germany officers in WWII

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4 B. Type of Government Parliamentary Republic – Power spilt between a President and Prime Minister Also has a two house parliament 1) Senate 2) National Assembly

5 C. French Economy Mixed Economy – Government plays an active role in the economy Socialism – Economic system where some businesses and industries are controlled by the government French government provides all its people with free health care

6 D. Energy Nuclear Power – Power created by using the energy from split atoms 75% - Of France’s power comes from nuclear energy Higher percentage than any other country in the world

7 E. French Farming Bordeaux – Wine capital of the world
France exports more agricultural products than any other nation in Europe European Community – Developed after World War II to promote economic unity among the countries of Western Europe

8 F. Culture of Paris Paris – Political, economical, and cultural capital of France Known as the “City of Light” French – Official language of France, which develop in the city of Paris first

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