Reviewing the Civic Exam in 3 Days: Quick Plan

The Essentials (confirmed)

• As of 01/01/2026, passing the civic exam is required for certain procedures (CSP/CR and naturalization). (source)
• Official format: digital MCQ, up to 45 minutes, 40 questions (28 knowledge + 12 situational questions). (source)
• Announced passing threshold: 80% (32/40). (source)
• The exam must be taken before submitting the application (according to Service-Public). (source)
• Official lists of knowledge questions are published; situational questions are not posted online (prefectural announcement). (source)

How to Prepare (simple method)

1. Read the official themes (values, institutions, rights/duties, benchmarks).
2. Take a timed mock MCQ, then note your mistakes by theme.
3. Review only the themes where you hesitate, then retake an MCQ.

Sample Questions (official lists)

The official lists of knowledge questions are published online. Examples (selection):

• What is civic training?
• Where can you see the motto of the Republic?
• What does the word "fraternity" mean in the French motto?
• What is the motto of the French Republic?
• Who is Marianne?
• What does the principle of secularism allow?

Direct access: CSP · CR · Preparation platform

To Go Further

• Download the app
• Test a simulation
• See examples of questions
• Pillar page

Sources (official)

• Service-Public (A18713)
• Service-Public (F34501)
• Prefecture of Vaucluse (announcement)
• Civic training (platform)
• FEI (centers / candidate information)
• Citizen's booklet (PDF)

Independent tool. The explanations below are provided as a revision aid. Always check important information on official sites.