This sequence of courses is offered fall (FRE110), winter (FRE120) and spring (FRE130). This sequence of three courses introduces students to spoken and written French. Considerable oral practice and frequent written exercises lead students to familiarity with the grammar. Reading is discussed in class, broadening vocabulary and perfecting oral ability. Texts include Brandon Brown veut un chien, Virgule, Rémi et le mystère de Saint-Péray, Un billet pour le commissaire, and other short readings.