Are the following statements about romans du terroir true or false? Select the correct answer. True a) Romans du terroir featured conservative and traditional nationalism. b) Romans du terroir promoted harmonious integration of English and French in Québec. c) The characters in these novels were generally townspeople happy to live in the city.

False.<br /><br />Romans du terroir, or "regional novels," primarily focused on rural life and the traditional values of French-Canadian society. They often emphasized themes such as the importance of family, religion, and the land. These novels did not specifically promote the harmonious integration of English and French in Québec; rather, they were more concerned with preserving and celebrating French-Canadian culture and identity.