Geography
Quebec Quiz
French-speaking heart of Canada — Montreal, poutine, and the sovereignty question
French-speaking heart of Canada — Montreal, poutine, and the sovereignty question
Quebec's 1995 sovereignty referendum was decided by just 54,288 votes — 49.42% Yes vs 50.58% No, the closest political vote in modern Western history. Canada's largest province by area is a distinct society within North America: French-speaking, largely civil-law governed, and home to some of the continent's most vibrant culture — from Montreal's jazz festivals to Quebec City's winter carnival, and from Cirque du Soleil to poutine.
Each round presents 10 randomized questions from a pool of 50, with four multiple-choice options and instant feedback after every answer. Your final score comes with a performance tier and shareable results.
You'll cover Quebec City's history and UNESCO status, Montreal's culture and sports, the French language and Bill 101, the Quiet Revolution, the October Crisis, both independence referendums, Cirque du Soleil, poutine and Montreal food, maple syrup production, the Montreal Canadiens, and famous Quebecers from Céline Dion to Pierre Trudeau.
French is Quebec's sole official language, enshrined in the Charter of the French Language (Bill 101) enacted in 1977. About 78% of Quebecers have French as their mother tongue. Québécois French differs from European French in accent, vocabulary, and some grammar, and is a source of cultural pride.
Quebec City (Ville de Québec) is located on the St. Lawrence River, about 250 km north-east of Montreal. Founded in 1608 by Samuel de Champlain, it is the only North American city north of Mexico with preserved fortification walls. Its historic district is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Poutine is a Quebec dish of french fries topped with cheese curds and brown gravy. It originated in rural Quebec in the late 1950s — Drummondville and several other towns claim its invention around 1957. It has since spread across Canada and internationally as a comfort food icon.
Last updated: May 2026