When Puerto Rico was ceded to the United States,the locals chose English as the official language.

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When Puerto Rico was ceded to the United States in 1898, Spanish was the predominant language spoken among the locals. The United States made Spanish and English co-official languages in 1902, but Spanish remained the primary language for many years. Today, Spanish is still widely spoken, although English is also used in many official capacities.

When Puerto Rico Was Ceded to the United States,the Locals