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QUIZ: How much do you know about Francophone culture?

This figure, shown at the Vernon Winter Carnival, is also the mascot for the Quebec Winter Carnival. What is the name of this mascot? (Black Press file photo)
International Francophone Day, on March 20, is a celebration of French language and culture
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