GENDARMES ON PARADE

The annual Gendarmes Night at the Louvre in Paris showcases the skills and fitness of the gendarmes against a backdrop of music and lights. Highlights include horsemanship and a historical parade that reflects the long history of the Republican Guard. The event also features formation riding and a motorcycle display, emphasizing skill and precision. Gendarmes Night is renowned worldwide and serves as a reminder of new French traffic regulations. The video concludes with a segment on motorcycle champion Charles Coutard's training.

What is the main setting for the Gendarmes Night event?

• The Eiffel Tower

• Champs-Élysées

• Notre Dame Cathedral

• The Louvre

What is one of the highlights of the parade during the Gendarmes Night?

• Fashion show

• Exhibition of horsemanship

• Fireworks display

• Art exhibition

The parade in period costumes and uniforms is meant to recall the history of which groups?

• The French Revolutionaries

• The Republican Guard and the King's Guard

• The Knights Templar

• The French Foreign Legion

What does the motorcycle display at the Gendarmes Night emphasize?

• Endurance and stamina

• Split second timing

• Artistic expression

• Speed and agility

What might the Gendarmes Night serve as a warning against?

• Challenging new French traffic regulations

• Overlooking traditional music

• Ignoring cultural events

• Disrespecting historical sites