[HPFGU-OTChatter] Re: Geographical literacy

[Amanda Lewanski]

Sheryll Townsend wrote:

> Incidentally, how would you all pronounce Quebec? I say Kay-bec, but
> then I also speak French.

Speaking to other Texans, I'd say /KWUH-bek/. In Quebec itself,
surrounded by Quebecois (is that how you spell it? I've forgotten), I'd
say /KEH-bek/.

> Pop quiz: The capital of Canada is_________________.

..probably a lot more pleasant in the summer than Texas.
..up Nawth, ain't it?
..full of people who don't say "y'all."
..way, waaay too far from any decent Tex-Mex food.

--Amanda
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