Quebec Flashcards
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What is the capital city of the province of Quebec?
Answer: Quebec City
Quebec City is the provincial capital, while Montreal is the largest city.
What is the official language of Quebec?
Answer: French
French is the sole official language of Quebec.
Which river is central to Quebec's history and economy?
Answer: St. Lawrence River
The St. Lawrence River was the main route for early French settlement and trade.
Who founded Quebec City in 1608?
Answer: Samuel de Champlain
Samuel de Champlain established Quebec City as a French colony in 1608.
What is the name for French-speaking residents of Quebec?
Answer: Quebecois
Quebecois refers to the French-speaking people of Quebec.
Which industry is the foundation of Quebec's economy due to its rivers?
Answer: Hydroelectric power
Quebec produces large amounts of hydroelectricity from its many rivers.
What historic event in 1759 led to British control of Quebec?
Answer: The Battle of the Plains of Abraham
The Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 resulted in British victory over the French.