Definitions of Quebec
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the largest province of Canada; a French colony from 1663 to 1759 when it was lost to the Britishexample of:Canadian provinceCanada is divided into 12 provinces for administrative purposes
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the French-speaking capital of the province of Quebec; situated on the Saint Lawrence Riversynonyms: Quebec Cityexample of:provincial capitalthe capital city of a province
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Canada - Introductory
O Canada! Review this vocabulary list and explore the largest country in North America. You'll learn about the geography of Canada's provinces and territories, natural resources such as lumber and minerals, and the Canadian government, including parliament and the prime minister.
Canada - Middle School and High School
O Canada! Review this vocabulary list and explore the largest country in North America. You'll learn about the geography of Canada's provinces and territories, natural resources such as lumber and minerals, and the Canadian government, including parliament and the prime minister.