The French don't speak or avoid English. Never again...
It's true, the older French don't speak English and some of the younger ones try to avoid showing how well they can speak it.
But that just labels you as a wimp.... firstly, for not learning ANY French.... first rule of visiting any country is to at least learn a few phrases in their language.
Secondly your sheer arrogance at expecting them to speak English is beyond comprehension.....when, even you cannot even speak perfect English!
Luckily for me,I am fluent in French.