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Why is French Spoken in Quebec?

Why is French Spoken in Quebec?

French is spoken in Quebec due to its historical roots as a French colony. In 1608, Samuel de Champlain founded Quebec City, and the region became part of New France. Over the years, French settlers established communities, and French became the dominant language. And, when the British took control of Canada in 1763, the Quebec Act of 1774 allowed the French-speaking population to retain their language, religion, and legal system. Today, French remains the official language of Quebec, preserving its ...

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