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What main languages are spoken here?:

In Paris, most people speak French, but a lot of locals also know English as well. In Bordeaux, there wasn't a lot of English spoken since it is not as big of a city, so my friends and I had to speak a lot of French in Bordeaux! 

What type of money is used here?:

The currency used here is the euro.

How much does a bottle of water cost?:

A bottle of water locally costs around six euros, which is approximately $7 U.S. dollars. 

What was the best meal this week?:

You can see some photos of the delicious food in Bordeaux, France.

What music did I listen to this week?:

I listened to lots of French pop! it's kind of like the songs you'd hear on the radio in America, but these songs are in French and sung by French musicians. 

What activity was the most fun this week?:

Traveling to Bordeaux with my friends was super fun. 

What did I read this week?:

I've been reading the same novel since I arrived in Paris since I haven't had a lot of spare time :(. It is called Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. 

What games or sports did I play this week?:

My friends and I played a lot of card games!