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Who are considered the descendants of the 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s?

  1. Ontarians

  2. Newfoundlanders

  3. Quebecers

  4. Manitobans

The correct answer is: Quebecers

The 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s are also known as the "Original French Settlers". Many of their descendants still reside in Quebec today, making Quebecers the correct answer. Ontarians, Newfoundlanders, and Manitobans may have French ancestry, but they are not specifically considered the descendants of these 8,500 French settlers. The term "Original French Settlers" specifically refers to those who settled in Quebec during this time period.