canadian Quebec 2 — Questions and Answers
Question 1: What is the capital city of the province of Quebec?
- Montreal
- Quebec City (Correct answer)
- Laval
- Gatineau
Correct answer: Quebec City
Quebec City is the provincial capital, while Montreal is the largest city.
Question 2: What is the official language of Quebec?
- English
- French (Correct answer)
- Both equally
- Inuktitut
Correct answer: French
French is the sole official language of Quebec.
Question 3: Which river is central to Quebec's history and economy?
- Fraser River
- St. Lawrence River (Correct answer)
- Mackenzie River
- Red River
Correct answer: St. Lawrence River
The St. Lawrence River was the main route for early French settlement and trade.
Question 4: Who founded Quebec City in 1608?
- Jacques Cartier
- Samuel de Champlain (Correct answer)
- Jean Talon
- Pierre Trudeau
Correct answer: Samuel de Champlain
Samuel de Champlain established Quebec City as a French colony in 1608.
Question 5: What is the name for French-speaking residents of Quebec?
- Acadiens
- Quebecois (Correct answer)
- Metis
- Loyalists
Correct answer: Quebecois
Quebecois refers to the French-speaking people of Quebec.
Question 6: Which industry is the foundation of Quebec's economy due to its rivers?
- Oil drilling
- Hydroelectric power (Correct answer)
- Diamond mining
- Cattle ranching
Correct answer: Hydroelectric power
Quebec produces large amounts of hydroelectricity from its many rivers.
Question 7: What historic event in 1759 led to British control of Quebec?
- The Battle of the Plains of Abraham (Correct answer)
- Confederation
- The War of 1812
- The Quiet Revolution
Correct answer: The Battle of the Plains of Abraham
The Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759 resulted in British victory over the French.
What is the capital city of the province of Quebec?