While O Canada was proclaimed the national anthem in 1980, the song itself is much older. In what year was it first sung in Québec City?

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While O Canada was proclaimed the national anthem in 1980, the song itself is much older. In what year was it first sung in Québec City?

A1880
B1867
C1921
D1965

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Correct answer: A) 1880

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O Canada has a long history in the country. It was first performed in Québec City in 1880, a full century before it was officially adopted as Canada's national anthem.

While O Canada was proclaimed the national anthem in 1980, the song itself is much older. In what year was it first sung in Québec City?

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