Pardon My French: When language lessons leave a bitter taste

In this series of columns, one-time Alliance Quebec president and media personality Royal Orr reflects on his relationship with his second language.
Why are some teachers so memorable?
I probably had a dozen French instructors in elementary and high school growing up in the Eastern Townships. Decades later, I only remember one: Grade 9; Alexander Galt High School; Mme J.
I want to be clear that I liked Mme J. She was young and energetic — a decent teacher. But really, I only recall a singl