Day 2

As the boys woke up, everyone got ready and went to the French-American centre to learn about buying fruit and veg at the market. Some students were preparing the afternoon entertainment somewhat prematurely however!

Our departure was a little delayed by a sock misadventure - Sherin was unable to find his Monday socks so we may have a problem on Thursday!. We are unsure that the learning objective for today was met, Edward W. did not quite succeed in purchasing the required amount of dried apricots.

As we proceeded through the day, the boys found confidence to ask for items in the market.  The groups then split up, in the medieval part of the town, to plan a treasure hunt for the other groups the next day. Alessio, ever the gentleman, courteously pulled Madames L's granny trolley, and met his match.

Charlie felt  a cultural reference was missing. Here is his Rodin 'Penseur' impression.

 

Montpellier's many feature fountains were repeatedly a source of entertainment. Matt W. may have regretted his encounter later on in the evening!

Some of us have taken every opportunity to practise our French on every possible local, and some have grabbed our attention more than others.

In the evening, we went out to dinner to celebrate Arun's birthday at the Hippo restaurant. He was sung to in French, even by the local diners. We all wish him a very happy birthday!


(with assistance from Rohan, Lorcan, Alessio, Charlie and Archie)