2:Which of the following best describes the role of the Queen in Canada?
Focus on citizenship and allegiance, be a symbol of Canadian sovereignty and guardian of constitutional freedoms
3:How do you vote in a Canadian election?
By Secret Ballot
4:What is the advantage of NAFTA agreement?
Free trade between Canada, USA and Mexico
5:What is the first sentence of Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom?
Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law
6:What is the role of the opposition parties?
Peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals
7:Which of the following are Prairie Provinces?
Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
8:What do the Canadians remember on Remembrance Day?
Sacrifices of veterans and brave soldiers in wars
9:Approximately how many people served in the 1st world war?
More than 600.000
10:Why is the discovery of insulin by Canadians so important?
Insulin treats diabetes which has saved millions of lives worldwide
11:What is the role of the opposition parties?
Peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals
12:Who do you vote for in federal elections?
Menber of parliament
13:What do the Canadians remember on Remembrance Day?
Sacrifices of veterans and brave soldiers in wars
14:Who is awarded the honour of Victoria Cross?
A Canadian showing conspicuous bravery or self sacrifice
15:Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Canadian citizens?
Learning to speak both official languages
16:What are the three main groups of Aboriginal peoples?
The three main groups are the First Nations, the Inuit, and the Metis.
17:Which four provinces first formed the Confederation?
Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
18: Which was the last province to join Canada?
Newfoundland and Labrador was the last province to join Canada.
19:When is Canada Day and what does it celebrate?
Canada Day is on July 1 and celebrates the anniversary of Confederation
20:Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
Sir John A. Macdonald
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21:Who are the Québécois?
The people of Quebec form a Nation within a United Canada
22: What is the Canadian constitution?
Canada’s constitution is the system of laws and conventions by which our country governs itself.
23:When did the British North America Act come into effect?
The British North America Act came into effect in 1867.
24:What are the two official languages of Canada?
English and French
25:Where do most French speaking Canadians live?
The Province of Quebec
26:Which province has the most bilingual Canadians?
Quebec. Over one-third of the population in Quebec speaks both French and English
27:Which province is the only officially bilingual province?
New Brunswick
28:What does the Canadian flag look like?
The Canadian flag is white with a red border on each end and a red maple leaf in the centre.
29:What song is Canada’s national anthem?
“O Canada.”
30:What is the population of Canada?
Canada has a population of about 33 million people.
31:In which wars did Canada fight as a country?
first, second world wars, Korean and South Africa war
32:What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa
33:One-third of all Canadians live in which province?
Ontario.
34:What country is Canada’s largest trading partner?
The United States of America (USA)
35:Who is Canada’s Head of State?
Queen Elizabeth II
36:What is Canada’s system of government called?
parliamentary Democrdcy
37:What is the government of all of Canada called?
federal government
38:How many electoral districts are there in Canada?
There are 308 electoral districts in Canada
39:Who has the right to vote in federal elections?
A Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years old and on the list of electors
40:What three requirements must you meet in order to vote in a federal election?
In order to vote in a federal election, you must be a Canadian citizen; be at least 18 years old on voting day; and be on the voters list.
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41:How is the Prime Minister chosen?
The Prime Minister is the leader of the political party with the most elected Members of Parliament.
42:Which party becomes the Official Opposition?
The party with the second most Members of Parliament becomes the Official Opposition.
43:What is the role of the opposition parties?
The role of the opposition parties is to oppose or try to improve government proposals
44:Who has the right to run as a candidate in federal elections?
Any Canadian citizen who is at least 18 years old can run in a federal election.
45:What do you mark on a federal election ballot?
You mark the ballot by writing an “X” in the circle beside the name of your chosen candidate.
46:How is a government formed after an election?
After an election, the party with the most elected representatives becomes the party in power.
47:What does Confederation mean?
On July 1, 1867, the provinces we know now as Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia joined together in Confederation to create the new country of Canada.
48:What year was Confederation?
Confederation was in 1867
49:When did the British North America Act come into effect?
The British North America Act came into effect in 1867.
50:Who has the right to apply for a Canadian passport?
Canadian citizens have the right to apply for a Canadian passport.
51:What is Canada’s national winter sport?
Hockey is Canada’s national winter sport.
52:What three oceans border Canada?
Canada is bordered by the Pacific Ocean on the west, the Atlantic Ocean on the east, and the Arctic Ocean to the north.
53. What is a voter information card?
The voter information card confirms that your name is on the voters list and tells you when and where to vote.
54:How are Senators chosen?
Senators are chosen by the Prime Minister and appointed by the Governor General.
55:How many Canadians have been awarded the Victoria Cross (V.C.), the highest honour available to Canadians?
96
56:In the 1960s, Quebec experienced an era of rapid change. What is this called?
The Quiet Revolution.
57:In what industry do most Canadians work?
Service.
58:In which region do more than half the people in Canada live?
Central Canada.
59ist four rights Canadian citizens have.
Right to be educated in either official language, vote, apply for a Canadian passport, enter and leave Canada freely.
60:Name the five regions of Canada
Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast and North
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61:What is Canada's system of governance?
Federal state, parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy
62:What is the significance of Quebec Act of 1774?
Canada's tolerance of religious traditions under the law
63:Which animal is the symbol of Canada?
Beaver
64:Which province is the largest producer of oil and natural gas?
Alberta
65:What does the National Register of electors contain?
Database of Canadian citizens at least 18 years of age who are qualified to vote in federal elections and referendums
66:What are the freedoms protected by the Canadian charter of Right and Freedoms?
Freedom of Thought , Belief ,Opinion and Expression ,including speech and press.
67:What the highest honour a Canadian can receive?
The Victoria Cross
68:Which of the following is role of Police in Canada?
Keep people safe and to enforce the law
69:Under Canadian law, why is everybody presumed to be innocent until proven guilty?
To guarantee the due process under the law
70:What out of the following a non Canadian citizen cannot do?
Vote in the Federal and Provincial election
71:What does the Crown mean for Canadians?
The Crown is a symbol of Government, including Parliament, legislatures, courts, police services and the armed forces
72:Which of the following are Atlantic Provinces?
Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island
73:Which of the following answer is NOT true about Canada/USA relationship?
Canada exports very little goods to USA
74:Who governs Canada on daily basis at federal level?
Prime Minister
75:Why is the discovery of insulin by Canadians so important?
Insulin treats diabetes which has saved millions of lives worldwide
76:Who out of the following is above law?
No one is
77:What are the three branches of the Canadian government?
Executive, Legislative and Judicial
78:Which of the following criteria gives the right to vote?
On an official voters' list
79:What did the Suffrage movement achieve?
Women achieved the right to vote
80:What of the following is Canada's constitution based on?
Peace, Order and Good government__________________
ist four rights Canadian citizens have.