Canada History/Quebec Independence Movement

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Why is Quebec important to Canada’s economy?

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A large part of Canada’s tech & computer industry is located here, on important shipping route, lots of natural resources.

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What is the official language of Quebec?

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French

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What two countries fought for control of Canada?

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France and Great Britain

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Which of the following is NOT a reason why some Quebecers want to separate from Canada?
- to be treated as equals with English-speaking Canadians
- other Canadians to respect French language and culture
- to make French the only language in Canada
- to preserve French Canadian culture for future generations

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to make French the only language in Canada

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Which is a way of protecting the language and culture of Quebec? Options: Businesses must be bilingual in Quebec. French is the official language of Quebec. The Canadian government prints laws only in French. Quebec’s citizens have been ordered to learn English.

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French is the official language of Quebec.

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What was the result of both votes for Quebec's independence?

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Both times citizens votes for Quebec to stay part of Canada.

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What religion and language come from England?

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Protestant and English

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What religion and language come from France?

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Catholic and French

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Which of the following issues do Québécois separatists support?
Options:
Quebec should remain a part of Canada.
Quebec should be independent of Canada.
English should be the only official language in Quebec.
French should be the official language in all of Canada.

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Quebec should be independent of Canada.

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What is the name for French speaking Canadians?

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Francophones