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Quebec is located in eastern Canada, bordering the U.S.A. and several other Canadian provinces. The capital of Quebec is Quebec City, which was founded in 1608 by French explorer Samuel de Champlain. In 1759, England defeated France and took control of Quebec.

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By: John Jankowski and Hunter
Quebec is located on the Eastern side of Canada It is next to the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Nunavut. It also borders the U.S.A. The capital city is Quebec City
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On July 3, 2008 Quebec celebrated its 400 th anniversary The French explorer Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec During the 17 th and 18 th centuries Quebec was the center of New France Quebec City was under French rule from 1608 to 1759 In 1759 England won the battle of The Plains of Abraham and took control of Quebec
French and English are both used in the Quebec government Over 80% of people in Quebec speak French as a primary language English is also spoken in Quebec The language has stayed the same since the 17 th century in Quebec because it is surrounded by English speaking provinces
Dances in Quebec include traditional group, couple, and solo dancing as well as jazz, ballet and modern dancing. The Catholic clergy of Quebec often used social and moral influence to ban dancing in many towns and villages. There are also carnivals in Quebec where people play games, sing, and dance
Poutine is a local specialty made of french fries, gravy and melted cheese curds Tarte au Sucre is a sugar pie and is also a local specialty Soupe aux Pois, Tourtiere, Pate Chinois, Cretons, and Feves au lard are some other local dishes
People in Quebec listen to all kinds of music such as rap, hip-hop, classical, jazz, and rock and roll Dégénération - this is a song by the popular Quebec band Mes Aïeux The main religion in Quebec is Roman Catholicism
The most popular sport in Quebec is hockey Montreal, Quebec has a NHL team called the Montreal Canadiens They were founded in 1909 and predated the NHL They have won 24 Stanley Cups
Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups beef stock Salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 pounds Idaho white potatoes, peeled and cut 1/2 pound fresh cheese curd Directions In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the butter and flour. Stir until incorporated. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes for a dark roux. Stir in the stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm. Peel the potatoes and cut fries, 4 inches by 1/2-inch. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and blanch for 4 minutes. Remove, drain and cool completely. Fry the potatoes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, mound the fries into the individual (16-ounce) disposable cups. Spoon the gravy over the fries and crumble the cheese. Serve immediately.
Butter= le beurre Flour= la farine Beef= le boeuf Salt= le sel Potato= la pomme de terre
What part of Canada is Quebec located in and what is one country it borders? What is the capital of Quebec? Which French explorer founded Quebec? When did England win Quebec from France? What two languages are used in the Quebec government? What is one dish that is a local specialty? What is the main religion in Quebec? What is the most popular sport in Quebec?

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  • 1. By: John Jankowski and Hunter
  • 2. Quebec is located on the Eastern side of Canada It is next to the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Ontario, and Nunavut. It also borders the U.S.A. The capital city is Quebec City
  • 4. On July 3, 2008 Quebec celebrated its 400 th anniversary The French explorer Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec During the 17 th and 18 th centuries Quebec was the center of New France Quebec City was under French rule from 1608 to 1759 In 1759 England won the battle of The Plains of Abraham and took control of Quebec
  • 5. French and English are both used in the Quebec government Over 80% of people in Quebec speak French as a primary language English is also spoken in Quebec The language has stayed the same since the 17 th century in Quebec because it is surrounded by English speaking provinces
  • 6. Dances in Quebec include traditional group, couple, and solo dancing as well as jazz, ballet and modern dancing. The Catholic clergy of Quebec often used social and moral influence to ban dancing in many towns and villages. There are also carnivals in Quebec where people play games, sing, and dance
  • 7. Poutine is a local specialty made of french fries, gravy and melted cheese curds Tarte au Sucre is a sugar pie and is also a local specialty Soupe aux Pois, Tourtiere, Pate Chinois, Cretons, and Feves au lard are some other local dishes
  • 8. People in Quebec listen to all kinds of music such as rap, hip-hop, classical, jazz, and rock and roll Dégénération - this is a song by the popular Quebec band Mes Aïeux The main religion in Quebec is Roman Catholicism
  • 9. The most popular sport in Quebec is hockey Montreal, Quebec has a NHL team called the Montreal Canadiens They were founded in 1909 and predated the NHL They have won 24 Stanley Cups
  • 10. Ingredients 2 tablespoons butter 2 tablespoons flour 2 cups beef stock Salt Freshly ground black pepper 2 pounds Idaho white potatoes, peeled and cut 1/2 pound fresh cheese curd Directions In a saucepan, over medium heat, combine the butter and flour. Stir until incorporated. Cook for 12 to 15 minutes for a dark roux. Stir in the stock. Season with salt and pepper. Bring the liquid to a boil. Reduce the heat to medium low and continue cooking for 15 to 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm. Peel the potatoes and cut fries, 4 inches by 1/2-inch. Bring a pot of salted water to a boil. Add the potatoes and blanch for 4 minutes. Remove, drain and cool completely. Fry the potatoes until golden brown. Remove and drain on paper towels. Season with salt and pepper. To serve, mound the fries into the individual (16-ounce) disposable cups. Spoon the gravy over the fries and crumble the cheese. Serve immediately.
  • 11. Butter= le beurre Flour= la farine Beef= le boeuf Salt= le sel Potato= la pomme de terre
  • 12. What part of Canada is Quebec located in and what is one country it borders? What is the capital of Quebec? Which French explorer founded Quebec? When did England win Quebec from France? What two languages are used in the Quebec government? What is one dish that is a local specialty? What is the main religion in Quebec? What is the most popular sport in Quebec?