It is a crucial rite of passage and a key to higher education, acting as a super important final exam.

It is a big step for Catholic kids around age 14, marking their move towards adulthood.

It celebrates the start of the French Revolution and is a symbol of national pride.

It marks the end of World War I and is celebrated in France and some African countries.

Education is highly valued and free from ages 6-16. Universities are advanced and affordable, and education is seen as crucial for success.

Urban areas might resemble France, while rural areas often have traditional mud houses, driving urbanization.

It marks the transition from the old year to the new with music and dancing.

Ceremonies, dances, and cultural traditions for boys and girls at puberty or marriageable age.

As a Christian holiday celebrating the resurrection of Jesus, observed in many African countries, including Algeria and Morocco.

Limited resources and funding may limit access, especially in secondary education. Quality can vary greatly, with higher dropout rates and fewer girls in some regions.

The French high school graduation exam needed for university.

A week-long festival in Haiti during Carnival, marking the transition from the old year to the new.

The process of more people moving to urban areas seeking better opportunities and living conditions.

Rituals that mark important transitions in a person's life.

The end of World War I.

The French high school graduation exam needed for university.

A week-long festival in Haiti marking the transition from the old year to the new.

The process of population shift from rural to urban areas.

'Rites of passage' - rituals marking transitions in life.

The end of World War I.

A significant step for Catholic children around age 14.

'Please' (formal).

'Sir' or 'Mr.'

'Madam' or 'Mrs.'

'You' (informal).