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Citizenship test practice questions and quizzes

Quiz 1-1

1. Which of the following statement is true?

  • Canada is a Republic
  • Immigrants between the ages of 21 and 54 must learn about voting laws in order to become Canadian citizens
  • Canadians haven't given up anything to protect their way of life
  • Canada has welcomed immigrants for years in order to create a society that is free, just, and affluent

Canada has welcomed generations of newcomers to our shores to help us build a free, law-abiding and prosperous society. For 400 years, settlers and immigrants have contributed to the diversity and richness of our country, which is built on a proud history and a strong identity.

2. Canada does not personify the Sovereign.

  • True
  • False

In Canada, we profess our loyalty to a person who represents all Canadians and not to a document such as a constitution, a banner such as a flag, or a geopolitical entity such as a country. In our constitutional monarchy, these elements are encompassed by the Sovereign (Queen or King). It is a remarkably simple yet powerful principle: Canada is personified by the Sovereign just as the Sovereign is personified by Canada.

3. Which of the following statement is false?

  • Canadians enjoy many rights and freedoms
  • Canadians have obligations as well as rights
  • The laws of Canada must be followed by Canadians
  • Canadians are exempt from upholding others' freedom and rights

Canadian citizens enjoy many rights, but Canadians also have responsibilities. They must obey Canada’s laws and respect the rights and freedoms of others.

4. What type of government is there in Canada?

  • Oligarchy
  • Republic
  • Constitutional monarchy
  • Confederation

Canada has been a constitutional monarchy in its own right since Confederation in 1867 during Queen Victoria’s reign.

5. The citizenship test is:

  • Always in the form of an interview
  • A written exam, but it could also be an interview
  • Usually taken online
  • Always a written test

The citizenship test is usually a written test, but it could be an interview. You will be tested on two basic requirements for citizenship: 1) knowledge of Canada and of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and 2) adequate knowledge of English or French. Adult applicants 55 years of age and over do not need to write the citizenship test. The Citizenship Regulations provide information on how your ability to meet the knowledge of Canada requirement is determined. Information about this requirement can be found on page 64 of the study guide.

6. In Canada, the constitution, the flag and the country are not encompassed by the Sovereign.

  • True
  • False

In Canada, we profess our loyalty to a person who represents all Canadians and not to a document such as a constitution, a banner such as a flag, or a geopolitical entity such as a country. In our constitutional monarchy, these elements are encompassed by the Sovereign (Queen or King). It is a remarkably simple yet powerful principle: Canada is personified by the Sovereign just as the Sovereign is personified by Canada.

7. Which of the following statement is false?

  • Canada is a parliamentary democracy
  • Canada is a constitutional monarchy
  • Canada is a federal state
  • Canada is a theocracy

Canada is a constitutional monarchy, a parliamentary democracy and a federal state. Canadians are bound together by a shared commitment to the rule of law and to the institutions of parliamentary government.

8. How long have settlers and immigrants contributed to the diversity and wealth of Canada?

  • 300 Years
  • 200 Years
  • 400 Years
  • 500 Years

Canada has welcomed generations of newcomers to our shores to help us build a free, law-abiding and prosperous society. For 400 years, settlers and immigrants have contributed to the diversity and richness of our country, which is built on a proud history and a strong identity.

9. Family and friends are not allowed to attend your citizenship ceremony.

  • False
  • True

You are encouraged to bring your family and friends to celebrate this occasion.

10. You’ll swear the following as you take the Oath of Citizenship:

  • Pledge allegiance to the Queen and abide by British legislation
  • Purchase real estate in Canada, abide by Canadian laws, and support Canadian commerce
  • Pledge loyalty to the Queen, abide by Canadian law, and carry out your citizenship obligations
  • Experience the Canadian dream

I swear (or affirm) That I will be faithful And bear true allegiance To His Majesty King Charles the Third King of Canada His Heirs and Successors And that I will faithfully observe The laws of Canada Including the Constitution Which recognizes and affirms The Aboriginal and treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples And fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen.

11. In Canada, we formally pledge allegiance to the Sovereign (King or Queen).

  • True
  • False

I swear (or affirm) That I will be faithful And bear true allegiance To His Majesty King Charles the Third King of Canada His Heirs and Successors And that I will faithfully observe The laws of Canada Including the Constitution Which recognizes and affirms The Aboriginal and treaty rights of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples And fulfil my duties as a Canadian citizen.

12. Which of the following statements is false?

  • At your citizenship ceremony, you will receive your Citizenship Certificate
  • At your citizenship ceremony, you will take the Oath of Citizenship
  • At your citizenship ceremony, you will sign the oath form
  • At your citizenship ceremony, you will be asked to join the Canadian Army

At the ceremony, you will: • Take the Oath of Citizenship; • Sign the oath form; and • Receive your Canadian Citizenship Certificate.

13. Which of the following statements regarding citizenship applications is false?

  • You'll be asked for presents or cash by officials.
  • Officials will make sure you adhere to the rules.
  • Officials will verify that you are not prohibited from applying
  • Officials will examine your status

just remember, no cash will be asked

Quiz 2-1

1. What is a great way to make acquaintances, create contacts, and learn useful skills?

  • Serve on a jury
  • Pluralism
  • Volunteer
  • Serve in the Air Force

Helping others in the community — Millions of volunteers freely donate their time to help others without pay—helping people in need, assisting at your child’s school, volunteering at a food bank or other charity, or encouraging newcomers to integrate. Volunteering is an excellent way to gain useful skills and develop friends and contacts.

2. When was Magna Carta signed?

  • 1215
  • 1425
  • 1649
  • 1615

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

3. Obeying the law is:

  • A responsibility
  • A right

remember

4. When called to do so, serving on a jury is:

  • An option
  • A legal requirement

Serving on a jury — When called to do so, you are legally required to serve. Serving on a jury is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.

5. Name one source of Canadian law.

  • United States common law
  • The military code of France
  • English common law
  • Irish common law

Canadian law has several sources, including laws passed by Parliament and the provincial legislatures, English common law, the civil code of France and the unwritten constitution that we have inherited from Great Britain.

6. What does the Great Charter of Freedom include?

  • Freedom from taxes
  • Aboriginal Peoples' rights
  • Freedom of conscience and religion
  • Employment rights

• Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including Freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

7. What is "Magna Carta"?

  • A map of the world in 1216
  • The Great Code of England
  • The constitution of Ireland
  • The Great Charter of Freedoms

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

8. After you pass the test and meet all the other requirements

  • You will have to pay additional fees to attend your Citizenship Ceremony
  • You will receive some money from Citizenship and Immigration Canada
  • You will immediately receive your Citizenship Certificate in the Mail
  • You will receive a Notice to Appear to Take the Oath of Citizenship

If you pass the test and meet all the other requirements, you will receive a Notice to Appear to Take the Oath of Citizenship. This document tells you the date, time and place of your citizenship ceremony.

9. No treaty or other rights or freedoms of Aboriginal peoples will be negatively affected by the rights granted by the Canadian Charter.

  • False
  • True

• Aboriginal Peoples’ Rights — The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights or freedoms of Aboriginal peoples.

10. The right to apply for a Canadian Passport is included in:

  • Multiculturalism
  • Mobility Rights
  • Official Language Act
  • The Confederation Act

• Mobility Rights — Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.

11. Which of the following responsibilities does not come with being a Canadian citizen?

  • Obeying the law
  • Learning French and English
  • Helping others in the community
  • Serving on a jury

Responsibilities of a canadian: Obeying the law, taking responsibility for oneself and one’s family, serving on a jury.

12. What are "mobility rights"?

  • Canadians are free to enter and leave the nation at will, live and work anywhere they choose, and apply for passports.
  • Canadians are free to enter and leave the nation at will and live and work anywhere they choose
  • Canadians may enter and leave the country freely, and apply for passports
  • Canadians have freedom of speech

• Mobility Rights — Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.

13. What is the origin of Habeas corpus?

  • Magna Carta
  • English common law
  • Irish common law
  • Civil code of France

Habeas corpus, the right to challenge unlawful detention by the state, comes from English common law.

14. Who proclaimed the amended Constitution of Canada in 1982?

  • The people of Canada
  • The Prime Minister
  • Queen Elizabeth II
  • The Senate

Queen Elizabeth II proclaiming the amended Constitution, Ottawa, 1982

15. When was the Charter of Rights and Freedoms incorporated into the Canadian Constitution?

  • 1949
  • 1902
  • 1859
  • 1982

The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which begins with the words, “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.” This phrase underlines the importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person.

16. Which of the following statement is false

  • In Canada, we do not profess our loyalty to the Sovereign
  • The Sovereign is personified by Canada
  • Canada is personified by the Sovereign
  • The Canadian flag is encompassed by the Sovereign

In Canada, we profess our loyalty to a person who represents all Canadians and not to a document such as a constitution, a banner such as a flag, or a geopolitical entity such as a country. In our constitutional monarchy, these elements are encompassed by the Sovereign (Queen or King). It is a remarkably simple yet powerful principle: Canada is personified by the Sovereign just as the Sovereign is personified by Canada.

17. Who is the current King or Queen of Canada?

  • Her Majesty Queen Anne the Second
  • Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth the Second
  • Her Majesty Queen Victoria
  • His Majesty King Charles the Third

Queen died 8 Sept 2022, long live King Charles the Third

18. Which section of the Constitution summarize fundamental freedoms while also setting out additional rights?

  • The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
  • The British Charter of Rights and Freedoms
  • The Canadian Charter of Rights
  • The Canadian Charter of Freedoms

The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which begins with the words, “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.” This phrase underlines the importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person.

19. What is "Habeas corpus"?

  • The right for peaceful assembly
  • The right to speak freely in Canada
  • The right to live and work anywhere within Canada
  • The right to challenge unlawful detention by the state

Habeas corpus, the right to challenge unlawful detention by the state, comes from English common law.

20. To become a Canadian citizen

  • You are not required to demonstrate proficiency in either French or English
  • You must prove that you have a sufficient command of either English or French and pass a citizenship test
  • All you need to do is pass a citizenship Test
  • You only need to show that you have a basic understanding of either French or English

The citizenship test is usually a written test, but it could be an interview. You will be tested on two basic requirements for citizenship: 1) knowledge of Canada and of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and 2) adequate knowledge of English or French. Adult applicants 55 years of age and over do not need to write the citizenship test. The Citizenship Regulations provide information on how your ability to meet the knowledge of Canada requirement is determined. Information about this requirement can be found on page 64 of the study guide.

21. Which of the following responsibilities comes with becoming a Canadian citizen?

  • Camping
  • Buying a piece of land
  • Serving in the Army
  • Helping others in the community

just remember one of the responsibilities: • Helping others in the community — Millions of volunteers freely donate their time to help others without pay—helping people in need, assisting at your child’s school, volunteering at a food bank or other charity, or encouraging newcomers to integrate. Volunteering is an excellent way to gain useful skills and develop friends and contacts.

Quiz 2-2

1. What is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice?

  • Serve in the Canadian Forces
  • Join a union
  • Learn English & French
  • Serve on a jury

There is no compulsory military service in Canada. However, serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice (www.forces.ca). You can serve in your local part-time navy, militia and air reserves and gain valuable experience, skills and contacts. Young people can learn discipline, responsibility, and skills by getting involved in the cadets (www.cadets.ca).

2. Which elections as a Canadian citizen are you required to participate in?

  • Local elections only
  • Federal elections only
  • Federal, provincial or territorial elections
  • Federal, provincial or territorial and local elections

Living in a democracy, Canadian citizens have the right and the responsibility to participate in making decisions that affect them. It is important for Canadians aged 18 or more to participate in their democracy by voting in federal, provincial or territorial and municipal elections.

3. In Parliament and throughout the administration, the standing of French and English is not equal.

  • True
  • False

Official Language Rights and Minority Language Educational Rights — French and English have equal status in Parliament and throughout the government.

4. In Canada, who do we profess loyalty to?

  • To Canada
  • To the Constitution of Canada
  • To the Canadian flag
  • To a person who represents all Canadians

In Canada, we profess our loyalty to a person who represents all Canadians and not to a document such as a constitution, a banner such as a flag, or a geopolitical entity such as a country. In our constitutional monarchy, these elements are encompassed by the Sovereign (Queen or King). It is a remarkably simple yet powerful principle: Canada is personified by the Sovereign just as the Sovereign is personified by Canada.

5. Which of the following statement is true

  • There is no diversity in Canada
  • Canadians are bound together by a divergent commitment to the rule of law
  • Canadians do not enjoy human rights
  • You are contributing to the ongoing history of Canada by becoming a Canadian

just remember, You are contributing to the ongoing history of Canada by becoming a Canadian

6. Why can a woman have the same education as any guy as a new immigrant to Canada?

  • Because she is from France
  • Because her husband approved it
  • Because she probably has a university degree
  • Because in Canada, men and women are equal under the law

In Canada, men and women are equal under the law. Canada’s openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, “honour killings,” female genital mutilation, forced marriage or other gender-based violence. Those guilty of these crimes are severely punished under Canada’s criminal laws.

7. What year was Magna Carta signed?

  • 1999
  • 2000
  • 1215
  • 2022

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

8. Canadians work hard to respect:

  • Pluralism
  • Individualism
  • Capitalism
  • Marxism

• Multiculturalism — A fundamental characteristic of the Canadian heritage and identity. Canadians celebrate the gift of one another’s presence and work hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony.

9. Canadians cannot leave their country freely

  • False
  • True

Mobility Rights — Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.

10. What does "equality of men and women" mean in Canada?

  • Men and women can both perform household related tasks
  • Women should earn more money
  • Men and women must both drive a vehicle
  • Both Men and women are equal under the law

In Canada, men and women are equal under the law. Canada’s openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, “honour killings,” female genital mutilation, forced marriage or other gender-based violence. Those guilty of these crimes are severely punished under Canada’s criminal laws.

11. In Canada, there is no mandatory military service

  • False
  • True

There is no compulsory military service in Canada. However, serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice (www.forces.ca). You can serve in your local part-time navy, militia and air reserves and gain valuable experience, skills and contacts. Young people can learn discipline, responsibility, and skills by getting involved in the cadets (www.cadets.ca).

12. What are the two guiding principles of Canada?

  • The supremacy of God and freedom of speech
  • The supremacy of God and the rule of law
  • The supremacy of law and the rule of God
  • Mobility right and the rule of law

The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which begins with the words, “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.” This phrase underlines the importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person.

13. Canada is personified by the Sovereign

  • False
  • True

In Canada, we profess our loyalty to a person who represents all Canadians and not to a document such as a constitution, a banner such as a flag, or a geopolitical entity such as a country. In our constitutional monarchy, these elements are encompassed by the Sovereign (Queen or King). It is a remarkably simple yet powerful principle: Canada is personified by the Sovereign just as the Sovereign is personified by Canada.

14. Of the following, which one is not a part of the Great Charter of Freedom?

  • Freedom of conscience and religion
  • Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression.
  • Freedom of association
  • Freedom to buy property

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

15. Who is permitted unrestricted entry and exit from Canada?

  • British citizens
  • Landed immigrants
  • Commonwealth citizens
  • Canadian citizens

Mobility Rights — Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.

16. When was the Constitution of Canada amended to include the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

  • 1982
  • 1600
  • 1700
  • 1800

Queen Elizabeth II proclaiming the amended Constitution, Ottawa, 1982

17. In Canada, abuse of your spouse is:

  • Illegal
  • Normal
  • Tolerated
  • Lawful

In Canada, men and women are equal under the law. Canada’s openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, “honour killings,” female genital mutilation, forced marriage or other gender-based violence. Those guilty of these crimes are severely punished under Canada’s criminal laws.

18. Which of the following does not serve as a foundation for Canadian law?

  • Laws passed by Parliament
  • English common law
  • Military code of France
  • Civil code of France

Canadian law has several sources, including laws passed by Parliament and the provincial legislatures, English common law, the civil code of France and the unwritten constitution that we have inherited from Great Britain.

19. The "right to contest unlawful detention by the state" is known as what?

  • Constitutional Act
  • A mari usque ad mare
  • Habeas corpus
  • Magna Carta

Habeas corpus, the right to challenge unlawful detention by the state, comes from English common law.

20. The citizenship test will assess

  • Your knowledge of Canada and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship
  • Your knowledge of English or French
  • If you are honest
  • If you meet all the criteria to become a Canadian citizen

The citizenship test is usually a written test, but it could be an interview. You will be tested on two basic requirements for citizenship: 1) knowledge of Canada and of the rights and responsibilities of citizenship, and 2) adequate knowledge of English or French. Adult applicants 55 years of age and over do not need to write the citizenship test. The Citizenship Regulations provide information on how your ability to meet the knowledge of Canada requirement is determined.

Quiz 3-1

1. Who are the Métis?

  • Inuit
  • First Nations
  • A distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry
  • Acadians

The Métis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English-speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.

2. What percentage of Aboriginal people are First Nations?

  • 50
  • 60
  • 65
  • 80

About 65% of the Aboriginal people are First Nations, while 30% are Métis and 4% Inuit.

3. What are Quebecers?

  • The French-speaking Aboriginals
  • The Acadians
  • The people of Quebec
  • The francophones

Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric.

4. Which province is the only official bilingual province?

  • Quebec
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Alberta

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province.

5. Who are the three founding peoples of Canada?

  • Aboriginal, French, and British
  • Early settlers, Metis and Inuit
  • British, Metis and Aboriginal
  • Aboriginal, Metis and Inuit

To understand what it means to be Canadian, it is important to know about our three founding peoples— Aboriginal, French and British.

6. What kind of commitment do Canadian institutions uphold?

  • Peace, Order, and Mobility Rights
  • Peace, Order, and Good Government
  • Work, Order, and Good Government
  • Work, Order and Home Ownership

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.”

7. Who proclaimed the first territorial right guarantee for the First Nations?

  • King George II
  • Queen Elizabeth
  • King George I
  • King George III

Aboriginal and treaty rights are in the Canadian Constitution. Territorial rights were first guaranteed through the Royal Proclamation of 1763 by King George III, and established the basis for negotiating treaties with the newcomers— treaties that were not always fully respected.

8. Who is Marjorie Turner-Bailey?

  • The first woman to become Prime Minister
  • A famous Canadian settler
  • The first Canadian female athlete
  • An Olympian and descendant of black Loyalists

Picture: Olympian Marjorie Turner-Bailey of Nova Scotia is a descendant of black Loyalists, escaped slaves and freed men and women of African origin who in the 1780s fled to Canada from America, where slavery remained legal until 1863

9. The Great Charter of Freedoms is also known as:

  • Habeas Corpus
  • Canadian Constitution
  • Magna Carta
  • Dominion of Canada

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

10. How many Francophones are there in Canada today?

  • 5 million
  • 50 million
  • 7 million
  • 10 million

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province.

11. Who are generally referred to as "English Canadians"?

  • French Immigrants
  • The British People
  • The Aboriginal People
  • The Anglophones

The basic way of life in English-speaking areas was established by hundreds of thousands of English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish settlers, soldiers and migrants from the 1600s to the 20th century. Generations of pioneers and builders of British origins, as well as other groups, invested and endured hardship in laying the foundations of our country. This helps explain why Anglophones (English speakers) are generally referred to as English Canadians.

12. In Canada, how are individuals and governments regulated?

  • By arbitrary actions
  • By traditions
  • By laws
  • By force

Obeying the law — One of Canada’s founding principles is the rule of law. Individuals and governments are regulated by laws and not by arbitrary actions. No person or group is above the law.

13. Where does the majority of the Métis live?

  • Northern provinces
  • Southernprovinces
  • Prairie provinces
  • Atlantic provinces

The Métis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English-speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.

14. Acadians are the descendants of what groups?

  • Metis and Inuits
  • First Nations who began settling in what are now the Prairie provinces in 1600s
  • French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604
  • British colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604

The Acadians are the descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604. Between 1755 and 1763, during the war between Britain and France, more than two-thirds of the Acadians were deported from their homeland. Despite this ordeal, known as the “Great Upheaval,” the Acadians survived and maintained their unique identity. Today, Acadian culture is flourishing and is a lively part of French-speaking Canada.

15. When did the federal government place many Aboriginal children in residential schools?

  • From the 1700s until the 1970s
  • From the 1700s until the 1980s
  • From the beginning of the 1900s until the 1980s
  • From the 1800s until the 1980s

From the 1800s until the 1980s, the federal government placed many Aboriginal children in residential schools to educate and assimilate them into mainstream Canadian culture. The schools were poorly funded and inflicted hardship on the students; some were physically abused. Aboriginal languages and cultural practices were mostly prohibited. In 2008, Ottawa formally apologized to the former students.

16. Who were the English-speaking settlers?

  • English, Irish and French
  • English, Welsh, Scottish and Metis
  • English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish
  • Australians and British

The basic way of life in English-speaking areas was established by hundreds of thousands of English, Welsh, Scottish and Irish settlers, soldiers and migrants from the 1600s to the 20th century. Generations of pioneers and builders of British origins, as well as other groups, invested and endured hardship in laying the foundations of our country. This helps explain why Anglophones (English speakers) are generally referred to as English Canadians.

17. What are the three main groups of Aboriginal peoples?

  • French, English and First Nations
  • First Nations, Metis and Inuit
  • Acadians, Metis and First Nations
  • Early settlers, Metis and Inuit

About 65% of the Aboriginal people are First Nations, while 30% are Métis and 4% Inuit.

18. The Great Charter of Freedoms was signed in:

  • Canada
  • England
  • Ireland
  • France

Together, these secure for Canadians an 800-year old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms), including: Freedom of conscience and religion; Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech and of the press; Freedom of peaceful assembly; and Freedom of association.

19. What is the significance of serving on a jury?

  • It makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens
  • You get paid very generously
  • Your police record is cleared afterwards
  • It makes the justice system work by eliminating the need of judges

• Serving on a jury — When called to do so, you are legally required to serve. Serving on a jury is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.

20. Which group of Aboriginal peoples has the largest population in Canada?

  • Metis
  • First Nations
  • Acadians
  • Inuit

About 65% of the Aboriginal people are First Nations, while 30% are Métis and 4% Inuit.

Quiz 3-2

1. Where do Inuit people live?

  • In scattered communities across the Arctic
  • In reserve land across the Northwest Territories
  • Across the Yukon
  • In small towns across Manitoba

The Inuit, which means “the people” in the Inuktitut language, live in small, scattered communities across the Arctic.

2. Aboriginal and Treaty rights are not in the Constitution

  • False
  • True

Aboriginal and treaty rights are in the Canadian Constitution.

3. What does the word "Inuit" mean?

  • The far North
  • The land
  • "The people"
  • The village

The Inuit, which means “the people” in the Inuktitut language, live in small, scattered communities across the Arctic.

4. How many First Nations people live on reserve land today?

  • 1
  • About one third
  • About half
  • About two thirds

Indian refers to all Aboriginal people who are not Inuit or Métis. In the 1970s, the term First Nations began to be used. Today, about half of First Nations people live on reserve land in about 600 communities while the other half live off-reserve, mainly in urban centres.

5. In which province does the majority of Francophones live?

  • New Brunswick
  • Alberta
  • Quebec
  • Manitoba

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces.

6. In Canada, gays and lesbians enjoy the full protection of and equal treatment under the law, including access to civil marriage

  • True
  • False

Canada’s diversity includes gay and lesbian Canadians, who enjoy the full protection of and equal treatment under the law, including access to civil marriage.

7. After English, what is the second most-spoken non-official language in Canadian homes?

  • French
  • Chinese
  • Spanish
  • Punjabi

Non-official languages are widely spoken in Canadian homes. Chinese languages are the second most-spoken at home, after English, in two of Canada’s biggest cities.

8. Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of:

  • 250 years
  • 100 years
  • 350 years
  • 150 years

Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric.

9. Quebecers are the descendants of what groups?

  • British colonists who began settling in the 1600s in what are now the Maritime provinces
  • Metis and Inuit
  • Acadians
  • French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s

Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language.

10. With which words does the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begin?

  • Oh Canada! Our home and native land!
  • "Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law"
  • Canada is a free country and home of the braves
  • Canadian citizens have rights and responsibilities

The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which begins with the words, “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.

11. Which of the following statements about residential schools is false?

  • The federal government placed many Aboriginal children in residential schools to educate and assimilate them into mainstream Canadian culture
  • Aboriginal people demanded to be placed in residential schools
  • The schools were poorly funded and inflicted hardship on the students
  • Aboriginal language and cultural practices were mostly prohibited

From the 1800s until the 1980s, the federal government placed many Aboriginal children in residential schools to educate and assimilate them into mainstream Canadian culture. The schools were poorly funded and inflicted hardship on the students; some were physically abused. Aboriginal languages and cultural practices were mostly prohibited. In 2008, Ottawa formally apologized to the former students.

12. What is the speaking background of the Metis population?

  • English
  • Both French and English
  • Acadian
  • French

The Metis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English-speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.

13. As what have poets and songwriters hailed Canada?

  • The "Great Dominion"
  • The "Land of the Brave"
  • Peace, Order and Good Government
  • The "Great Outdoors"

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.” To understand what it means to be Canadian, it is important to know about our three founding peoples— Aboriginal, French and British.

14. Which three rights are included in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

  • Employment rights, mobility rights, and freedom rights
  • Freedom of expression rights, property rights and fair trial rights
  • Aboriginal Peoples' rights, voting rights and official language rights
  • Mobility rights, Aboriginal Peoples' rights, and official language rights

The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, which begins with the words, “Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law.” This phrase underlines the importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person. The Charter attempts to summarize fundamental freedoms while also setting out additional rights. The most important of these include: • Mobility Rights — Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport. • Aboriginal Peoples’ Rights — The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights or freedoms of Aboriginal peoples. • Official Language Rights and Minority Language Educational Rights — French and English have equal status in Parliament and throughout the government. • Multiculturalism — A fundamental characteristic of the Canadian heritage and identity. Canadians celebrate the gift of one another’s presence and work hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony.

15. What is the name of Metis dialect?

  • Inuit
  • Michif
  • Acadian
  • Frenglish

The Metis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English-speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.

16. How many Acadians were deported from their homeland during the war between Britain and France?

  • About half
  • About one-third
  • More than two thirds
  • All of them

The Acadians are the descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604. Between 1755 and 1763, during the war between Britain and France, more than two-thirds of the Acadians were deported from their homeland. Despite this ordeal, known as the “Great Upheaval,” the Acadians survived and maintained their unique identity. Today, Acadian culture is flourishing and is a lively part of French-speaking Canada.

17. What is a fundamental characteristic of the Canadian heritage and identity?

  • Hockey
  • Habeas Corpus
  • Multiculturalism
  • Maple Syrup

• Multiculturalism — A fundamental characteristic of the Canadian heritage and identity. Canadians celebrate the gift of one another’s presence and work hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony.

18. What are three responsibilities of Canadian citizenship?

  • Buying Canadian products, owning your own house, and using less water
  • Learning both official languages, voting in elections, and belonging to a union
  • Obeying the law, taking responsibility for oneself and one's family, and serving on a jury
  • Being loyal to Canada, recycling all waste, and serving in the Canadian Forces.

In Canada, rights come with responsibilities. These include: • Obeying the law — One of Canada’s founding principles is the rule of law. Individuals and governments are regulated by laws and not by arbitrary actions. No person or group is above the law. • Taking responsibility for oneself and one’s family — Getting a job, taking care of one’s family and working hard in keeping with one’s abilities are important Canadian values. Work contributes to personal dignity and self- respect, and to Canada’s prosperity. • Serving on a jury — When called to do so, you are legally required to serve. Serving on a jury is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.

19. How many Anglophones are there in Canada today?

  • 5 million
  • 50 million
  • 18 million
  • 10 million

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province.

20. From which civilization does Canadian society stem largely from?

  • Acadian
  • Chinese
  • Aboriginal
  • English-speaking and French-speaking Christians

Just remember: english and french speaking christians. Quote: The great majority of Canadians identify as Christians. The largest religious affiliation is Catholic, followed by various Protestant churches. The numbers of Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs and members of other religions, as well as people who state “no religion” are also growing.

Quiz 3-3

1. What are Canada’s two official languages?

  • English and First Nations
  • English and French
  • French and British
  • First Nations and French

English and French are the two official languages and are important symbols of identity. English speakers (Anglophones) and French speakers (Francophones) have lived together in partnership and creative tension for more than 300 years. You must have adequate knowledge of English or French to become a Canadian citizen. Adult applicants 55 years of age or over are exempted from this requirement.

2. The federal government is required by law to provide services throughout Canada in

  • English only
  • English and French
  • English, French and Chinese
  • Chinese and English

Canadian society today stems largely from the English- speaking and French-speaking Christian civilizations that were brought here from Europe by settlers. English and French define the reality of day-to-day life for most people and are the country’s official languages. The federal government is required by law to provide services throughout Canada in English and French.

3. When did the term "First Nations" begin to be used?

  • Never
  • In the 1980s
  • In the 1970s
  • In the 1960s

Indian refers to all Aboriginal people who are not Inuit or Metis. In the 1970s, the term First Nations began to be used. Today, about half of First Nations people live on reserve land in about 600 communities while the other half live off-reserve, mainly in urban centres.

4. To which religious affiliation do the great majority of Canadians identify?

  • Jewish
  • Christian
  • Muslim
  • Hinduism

The great majority of Canadians identify as Christians. The largest religious affiliation is Catholic, followed by various Protestant churches. The numbers of Muslims, Jews, Hindus, Sikhs and members of other religions, as well as people who state “no religion” are also growing.

5. When did the House of Commons recognize that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada?

  • 1986
  • 2006
  • 2001
  • 1972

Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric.

6. Name three beliefs that have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment?

  • Outdoor life, hard work, and fair play
  • Hard work, fair play and ordered liberty
  • Enterprise, hard work and driving cars
  • Ordered liberty, enterprise and buying houses

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.” To understand what it means to be Canadian, it is important to know about our three founding peoples— Aboriginal, French and British.

7. What was the "Great Upheaval"?

  • The great earthquake that ravaged Canada's East Coast during the 18th century
  • The deportation of more than two-third of Aboriginal from their homeland between 1755 and 1763
  • The deportation of more than two-third of Acadians from their homeland between 1755 and 1763
  • The deportation of more than two-third of Inuit from their homeland between 1755 and 1763

The Acadians are the descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime provinces in 1604. Between 1755 and 1763, during the war between Britain and France, more than two-thirds of the Acadians were deported from their homeland. Despite this ordeal, known as the “Great Upheaval,” the Acadians survived and maintained their unique identity. Today, Acadian culture is flourishing and is a lively part of French-speaking Canada.

8. What percentage of Aboriginal people are Inuit?

  • 30
  • 4
  • 20
  • 65

About 65% of the Aboriginal people are First Nations, while 30% are Metis and 4% Inuit.

9. What is the name of Canada’ s original constitutional document?

  • The Confederation Act
  • The Legislative Act
  • The British North America Act
  • The Constitutional Act

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.”

10. When were Aboriginal Territorial Rights first guaranteed?

  • 1900s
  • 1763
  • 1988
  • 2000

Aboriginal and treaty rights are in the Canadian Constitution. Territorial rights were first guaranteed through the Royal Proclamation of 1763 by King George III, and established the basis for negotiating treaties with the newcomers— treaties that were not always fully respected.

11. Since the 1800s, where were the majority of Canadians born?

  • China
  • India
  • England
  • Canada

The majority of Canadians were born in this country and this has been true since the 1800s. However, Canada is often referred to as a land of immigrants because, over the past 200 years, millions of newcomers have helped to build and defend our way of life.

12. Who recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada?

  • The Cabinet Ministers
  • The House of Commons
  • The Senate
  • The Prime Minister

Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric.

13. What is the key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document?

  • Peace, Order and Mobility Rights
  • Peace, Order and Good Government
  • Work, Order and Good Government
  • Government, Work and Good Order

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.”

14. What was the view on immigration of John Buchan, a popular Governor General of Canada in the 1930s?

  • Complete cultural assimilation
  • Unity in diversity
  • No diversity
  • No unity

Unity in Diversity John Buchan, the 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, was a popular Governor General of Canada (1935-40). Immigrant groups, he said, “should retain their individuality and each make its contribution to the national character.” Each could learn “from the other, and ... while they cherish their own special loyalties and traditions, they cherish not less that new loyalty and tradition which springs from their union.” (Canadian Club of Halifax, 1937). The 15th Governor General is shown here in Blood (Kainai First Nation) headdress.

15. Who are Francophones?

  • Young people from France
  • Aboriginal people in Canada
  • People who speak French as a first language
  • Native Indian from America

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province.

16. Since the 1800s, the majority of Canadians were born in:

  • China
  • India
  • Canada
  • England

The majority of Canadians were born in this country and this has been true since the 1800s. However, Canada is often referred to as a land of immigrants because, over the past 200 years, millions of newcomers have helped to build and defend our way of life.

17. To what does the term "Indians" refer?

  • Early settlers, Metis and Inuit
  • Metis and Inuit
  • Acadians, Metis and First Nations
  • All aboriginal peoples who are not Inuit or Metis

Indian refers to all Aboriginal people who are not Inuit or Metis. In the 1970s, the term First Nations began to be used. Today, about half of First Nations people live on reserve land in about 600 communities while the other half live off-reserve, mainly in urban centres.

18. Who was John Buchan?

  • A popular Governor General of Canada
  • A famous Canadian general
  • A victorious Canadian army General
  • One of the Fathers of Confederation

John Buchan, the 1st Baron Tweedsmuir, was a popular Governor General of Canada (1935-40). Immigrant groups, he said, “should retain their individuality and each make its contribution to the national character.” Each could learn “from the other, and ... while they cherish their own special loyalties and traditions, they cherish not less that new loyalty and tradition which springs from their union.” (Canadian Club of Halifax, 1937). The 15th Governor General is shown here in Blood (Kainai First Nation) headdress.

19. When was Canada’s original constitutional document created?

  • 1867
  • 1720
  • 1980
  • 2000

There are federal, provincial, territorial and municipal governments in Canada. The responsibilities of the federal and provincial governments were defined in 1867 in the British North America Act, now known as the Constitution Act, 1867.

Quiz 4-1

1. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France in 1944, known as D-Day, which beach did the Canadians capture?

  • Gold
  • Omaha
  • Utah
  • Juno

In order to defeat Nazism and Fascism, the Allies invaded Nazi-occupied Europe. Canadians took part in the liberation of Italy in 1943–44. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15,000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army, a great national achievement shown in this painting by Orville Fisher. Approximately one in ten Allied soldiers on D- Day was Canadian. The Canadian Army liberated the Netherlands in 1944–45 and helped force the German surrender of May 8, 1945, bringing to an end six years of war in Europe.

2. Who gained control over North America in the 1700s?

  • The Irish
  • The English
  • The Spanish
  • The French

English colonies along the Atlantic seaboard, dating from the early 1600s, eventually became richer and more populous than New France. In the 1700s France and Great Britain battled for control of North America. In 1759, the British defeated the French in the Battle of the Plains of Abraham at Québec City — marking the end of France’s empire in America. The commanders of both armies, Brigadier James Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm, were killed leading their troops in battle.

3. Who are Anglophones?

  • People who speak French as a first language
  • People who speak English as a first language
  • British people
  • Aboriginal people who speak English as a first language

Today, there are 18 million Anglophones—people who speak English as a first language—and seven million Francophones—people who speak French as their first language. While the majority of Francophones live in the province of Quebec, one million Francophones live in Ontario, New Brunswick and Manitoba, with a smaller presence in other provinces. New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province.

4. In what year were Upper and Lower Canada united?

  • 1867
  • 1882
  • 1759
  • 1840

In 1840, Upper and Lower Canada were united as the Province of Canada. Reformers such as Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine and Robert Baldwin, in parallel with Joseph Howe in Nova Scotia, worked with British governors toward responsible government.

5. Which current provinces came out from the Constitutional Act?

  • Ontario and Quebec
  • Ontario and Prince Edward Island
  • Ontario and New Brunswick
  • Prince Edward Island and Quebec

Democratic institutions developed gradually and peacefully. The first representative assembly was elected in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1758. Prince Edward Island followed in 1773, New Brunswick in 1785. The Constitutional Act of 1791 divided the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada (later Ontario), which was mainly Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking, and Lower Canada (later Quebec), heavily Catholic and French- speaking.

6. Why was the war of 1812 important to Canada?

  • Quebec became part of Canada
  • Canada remained independent from the United States
  • Canada became British
  • More than half of the Acadians were deported from their homeland

By 1814, the American attempt to conquer Canada had failed. The British paid for a costly Canadian defence system, including the Citadels at Halifax and Québec City, the naval drydock at Halifax and Fort Henry at Kingston—today popular historic sites. The present-day Canada-U.S.A. border is partly an outcome of the War of 1812, which ensured that Canada would remain independent of the United States.

7. Canada is not the only constitutional monarchy in North America

  • False
  • True

Canada is known around the world as a strong and free country. Canadians are proud of their unique identity. We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.” To understand what it means to be Canadian, it is important to know about our three founding peoples— Aboriginal, French and British.

8. Who passed the Quebec Act of 1774?

  • The Quebec Parliament
  • The British Parliament
  • The French majority
  • The Canadian Parliament

To better govern the French Roman Catholic majority, the British Parliament passed the Quebec Act of 1774. One of the constitutional foundations of Canada, the Quebec Act accommodated the principles of British institutions to the reality of the province. It allowed religious freedom for Catholics and permitted them to hold public office, a practice not then allowed in Britain. The Quebec Act restored French civil law while maintaining British criminal law.

9. Who became the first leader of a responsible government in the Canadas?

  • Joseph Howe
  • La Fontaine
  • Robert Baldwin
  • Sir John A. Macdonald

This is the system that we have today: if the government loses a confidence vote in the assembly it must resign. La Fontaine, a champion of democracy and French language rights, became the first leader of a responsible government in the Canadas.

10. In becoming Canadian, which principles are newcomers expected to embrace?

  • Capitalist
  • Democratic
  • Liberalist
  • Libertarian

Some Canadians immigrate from places where they have experienced warfare or conflict. Such experiences do not justify bringing to Canada violent, extreme or hateful prejudices. In becoming Canadian, newcomers are expected to embrace democratic principles such as the rule of law.

11. Why did the first European explorers call the native peoples "Indians"?

  • They thought they had reached the East Indies
  • They thought they had reached Indonesia
  • Because they named their first town "Indianapolis"
  • Because "Indian" means "aboriginal" in Irish

When Europeans explored Canada they found all regions occupied by native peoples they called Indians, because the first explorers thought they had reached the East Indies. The native people lived off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops. The Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region, like the Iroquois, were farmers and hunters. The Cree and Dene of the Northwest were hunter-gatherers. The Sioux were nomadic, following the bison (buffalo) herd. The Inuit lived off Arctic wildlife. West Coast natives preserved fish by drying and smoking. Warfare was common among Aboriginal groups as they competed for land, resources and prestige.

12. When were the first companies in Canada formed?

  • During the British regime
  • During the French and British regimes
  • During the French regime
  • After the Second World War

The first companies in Canada were formed during the French and British regimes and competed for the fur trade. The Hudson’s Bay Company, with French, British and Aboriginal employees, came to dominate the trade in the northwest from Fort Garry (Winnipeg) and Fort Edmonton to Fort Langley (near Vancouver) and Fort Victoria—trading posts that later became cities.

13. Who were the Loyalists?

  • French and British settlers
  • Settlers from the United States who were loyal to the Crown
  • British settlers
  • French settlers

In 1776, the 13 British colonies to the south of Quebec declared independence and formed the United States. North America was again divided by war. More than 40,000 people loyal to the Crown, called “Loyalists,” fled the oppression of the American Revolution to settle in Nova Scotia and Quebec. Joseph Brant led thousands of Loyalist Mohawk Indians into Canada. The Loyalists came from Dutch, German, British, Scandinavian, Aboriginal and other origins and from Presbyterian, Anglican, Baptist, Methodist, Jewish, Quaker, and Catholic religious backgrounds. About 3,000 black Loyalists, freedmen and slaves, came north seeking a better life. In turn, in 1792, some black Nova Scotians, who were

14. How many Canadians served in the Second World War?

  • About 60,000
  • About 300,000
  • More than one million
  • About 900,000

More than one million Canadians and Newfoundlanders (Newfoundland was a separate British entity) served in the Second World War, out of a population of 11.5 million. This was a high proportion and of these, 44,000 were killed.

15. In what year did Canada become a country?

  • 1982
  • 1840
  • 1759
  • 1867

The British Parliament passed the British North America Act in 1867. The Dominion of Canada was officially born on July 1, 1867. Until 1982, July 1 was celebrated as “Dominion Day” to commemorate the day that Canada became a self-governing Dominion. Today it is officially known as Canada Day.

16. What is a "responsible government"?

  • The government is responsible for making laws
  • The government is responsible for everything in the country
  • The ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern
  • The government does not have to resign if it loses a confidence vote in the assembly

Lord Durham, an English reformer sent to report on the rebellions, recommended that Upper and Lower Canada be merged and given responsible government. This meant that the ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern. Controversially, Lord Durham also said that the quickest way for the Canadiens to achieve progress was to assimilate into English-speaking Protestant culture. This recommendation demonstrated a complete lack of understanding of French Canadians, who sought to uphold the distinct identity of French Canada.

17. What was the Underground Railroad?

  • The name of a famous circle of Canadian artists in the late 1960s
  • The unofficial railroad network linking small communities across Canada
  • A Christian anti-slavery network
  • The name of the new railroad linking the East to the West of Canada

Slavery has existed all over the world, from Asia, Africa and the Middle East to the Americas. The first movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade emerged in the British Parliament in the late 1700s. In 1793, Upper Canada, led by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe, a Loyalist military officer, became the first province in the Empire to move toward abolition. In 1807, the British Parliament prohibited the buying and selling of slaves, and in 1833 abolished slavery throughout the Empire. Thousands of slaves escaped from the United States, followed “the North Star” and settled in Canada via the Underground Railroad, a Christian anti-slavery network.

18. Regarding diversity, as what is Canada often referred?

  • The Great Outdoors
  • A land of immigrants
  • The land of the strong and free
  • The Great Dominion

The majority of Canadians were born in this country and this has been true since the 1800s. However, Canada is often referred to as a land of immigrants because, over the past 200 years, millions of newcomers have helped to build and defend our way of life.

19. Who was a champion of French language rights?

  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache
  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Count Frontenac

Picture: Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine, a champion of French language rights, became the first head of a responsible government (similar to a prime minister) in Canada in 1849

20. How did the native people live when the first European arrive in Canada?

  • By trading fur with other native in North America
  • Off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops
  • Off the land, by hunting and gathering
  • Off the land, by raising crops

When Europeans explored Canada they found all regions occupied by native peoples they called Indians, because the first explorers thought they had reached the East Indies. The native people lived off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops. The Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region, like the Iroquois, were farmers and hunters. The Cree and Dene of the Northwest were hunter-gatherers. The Sioux were nomadic, following the bison (buffalo) herd. The Inuit lived off Arctic wildlife. West Coast natives preserved fish by drying and smoking. Warfare was common among Aboriginal groups as they competed for land, resources and prestige.

Quiz 4-2

1. Whose portrait is on the $5 bill?

  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir Wilfrid Laurier
  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache

Sir Wilfrid Laurier became the first French-Canadian prime minister since Confederation and encouraged immigration to the West. His portrait is on the $5 bill. The railway made it possible for immigrants, including 170000 Ukrainians, 115000 Poles and tens of thousands from Germany, France, Norway and Sweden to settle in the West before 1914 and develop a thriving agricultural sector.

2. Who contributed more to the Allied air effort than any other Commonwealth country during the Second World War?

  • Canada
  • Australia
  • India
  • England

The Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) took part in the Battle of Britain and provided a high proportion of Commonwealth aircrew in bombers and fighter planes over Europe. Moreover, Canada contributed more to the Allied air effort than any other Commonwealth country, with over 130000 Allied air crew trained in Canada under the British Commonwealth Air Training Plan.

3. Which countries fought in the War of 1812?

  • France and United Kingdom
  • France and Canada
  • United Kingdom and United States of America
  • United States of America, France and United Kingdom

The British Empire, which included Canada, fought to resist Bonaparte’s bid to dominate Europe. This led to American resentment at British interference with their shipping. Believing it would be easy to conquer Canada, the United States launched an invasion in June 1812.

4. What do Canadians remember on Remembrance Day?

  • Canada's victory in the First World War
  • Canada's first settlers
  • Canada's victory in the Second World War
  • The sacrifices of veterans and brave fallen in all wars

Canadians remember the sacrifices of our veterans and brave fallen in all wars up to the present day in which Canadians took part, each year on November 11: Remembrance Day. Canadians wear the red poppy and observe a moment of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to honour the sacrifices of over a million brave men and women who have served, and the 110000 who have given their lives. Canadian medical officer Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae composed the poem “In Flanders Fields” in 1915; it is often recited on Remembrance Day: In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

5. During the Second World War, what was the ratio of Canadians in the Allied forces on D-Day?

  • 1 in 5
  • 1 in 10
  • 1 in 2
  • 1 in 3

In order to defeat Nazism and Fascism, the Allies invaded Nazi-occupied Europe. Canadians took part in the liberation of Italy in 1943–44. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army, a great national achievement shown in this painting by Orville Fisher. Approximately one in ten allied soldiers on D- Day was Canadian. The Canadian Army liberated the Netherlands in 1944–45 and helped force the German surrender of May 8, 1945, bringing to an end six years of war in Europe.

6. How many Canadians served in the First World War?

  • About 60,000
  • About 170,000
  • About 10,000
  • More than 600,000

When Germany attacked Belgium and France in 1914 and Britain declared war, Ottawa formed the Canadian Expeditionary Force (later the Canadian Corps). More than 600000 Canadians served in the war, most of them volunteers, out of a total population of eight million.

7. What is the significance of the Quebec Act of 1774?

  • It allowed religious freedom for Catholics and permitted them to hold public office
  • It enacted the birth of Canada
  • It provided peace, order and good government
  • It united the Province of Quebec with the rest of Canada

To better govern the French Roman Catholic majority, the British Parliament passed the Quebec Act of 1774. One of the constitutional foundations of Canada, the Quebec Act accommodated the principles of British institutions to the reality of the province. It allowed religious freedom for Catholics and permitted them to hold public office, a practice not then allowed in Britain. The Quebec Act restored French civil law while maintaining British criminal law.

8. For what is Laura Secord known?

  • She was an anti-slavery activist and the first woman publisher in Canada
  • She was the founder of the women's suffrage movement
  • She made a dangerous thirty km journey on foot to warn of a planned American attack during the war of 1812
  • She was the founder of the Canadian feminist movement

Picture: In 1813, Laura Secord, pioneer wife and mother of five children, made a dangerous 19-mile (30-km) journey on foot to warn Lieutenant James FitzGibbon of a planned American attack. Her bravery contributed to victory at the Battle of Beaver Dams. She is recognized as a heroine to this day

9. Which Act granted to the Canadas, for the first time, legislative assemblies elected by the people?

  • The Legislative Act
  • The Confederation Act
  • The Constitutional Act
  • The Freedom Act

The Constitutional Act of 1791 divided the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada (later Ontario), which was mainly Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking, and Lower Canada (later Quebec), heavily Catholic and French-speaking. The Act also granted to the Canadas, for the first time, legislative assemblies elected by the people. The name Canada also became official at this time and has been used ever since. The Atlantic colonies and the two Canadas were known collectively as British North America.

10. Which four provinces formed the new country called the Dominion of Canada?

  • Manitoba, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
  • Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia
  • Ontario, Quebec, New Brunswick and British Columbia
  • Ontario, Quebec, Manitoba and Nova Scotia

Expansion of the Dominion 1867 – Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick 1870 – Manitoba, Northwest Territories

11. When did France and Great Britain battle for control of North America?

  • In the 1700s
  • Never
  • In the 1800s
  • In the 1600s

English colonies along the Atlantic seaboard, dating from the early 1600s, eventually became richer and more populous than New France. In the 1700s France and Great Britain battled for control of North America. In 1759, the British defeated the French in the Battle of the Plains of Abraham at Québec City — marking the end of France’s empire in America. The commanders of both armies, Brigadier James Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm, were killed leading their troops in battle.

12. Where was the first representative assembly elected?

  • Nova Scotia
  • Quebec
  • British Columbia
  • Ontario

Democratic institutions developed gradually and peacefully. The first representative assembly was elected in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1758. Prince Edward Island followed in 1773, New Brunswick in 1785. The Constitutional Act of 1791 divided the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada (later Ontario), which was mainly Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking, and Lower Canada (later Quebec), heavily Catholic and French- speaking.

13. Who claimed Canadian land for King Francis I of France between 1534 and 1542?

  • Pierre de Monts
  • John Cabot
  • Jacques Cartier
  • Samuel de Champlain

Between 1534 and 1542, Jacques Cartier made three voyages across the Atlantic, claiming the land for King Francis I of France. Cartier heard two captured guides speak the Iroquoian word kanata, meaning “village.” By the 1550s, the name of Canada began appearing on maps.

14. When did European exploration begin in Canada?

  • 1597
  • 1510
  • 1610
  • 1497

European exploration began in earnest in 1497 with the expedition of John Cabot, who was the first to draw a map of Canada’s East Coast.

15. How did the native people live when the first European arrived in Canada?

  • Off the land, by raising crops
  • By trading fur with other native in North America
  • Off the land, by hunting and gathering
  • Off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops

When Europeans explored Canada they found all regions occupied by native peoples they called Indians, because the first explorers thought they had reached the East Indies. The native people lived off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops. The Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region, like the Iroquois, were farmers and hunters. The Cree and Dene of the Northwest were hunter-gatherers. The Sioux were nomadic, following the bison (buffalo) herd. The Inuit lived off Arctic wildlife. West Coast natives preserved fish by drying and smoking. Warfare was common among Aboriginal groups as they competed for land, resources and prestige.

16. Who refused to surrender Quebec to the English in 1690?

  • Count Frontenac
  • Jean Talon
  • Pierre Le Moyne
  • Bishop Laval

Picture: (From Left to Right) Count Frontenac refused to surrender Quebec to the English in 1690, saying: “My only reply will be from the mouths of my cannons!” Pierre Le Moyne, Sieur d’Iberville, was a great hero of New France, winning many victories over the English, from James Bay in the north to Nevis in the Caribbean, in the late 17th and early 18th centuries. Sir Guy Carleton (Lord Dorchester), as Governor of Quebec, defended the rights of the Canadiens, defeated an American military invasion of Quebec in 1775, and supervised the Loyalist migration to Nova Scotia and Quebec in 1782-83.

17. What was the name of the new country formed by the Fathers of Confederation?

  • Confederation of Canada
  • Canada
  • British Canada
  • Dominion of Canada

Sir Leonard Tilley, an elected official and Father of Confederation from New Brunswick, suggested the term dominion of Canada in 1864. He was inspired by Psalm 72 in the Bible which refers to “dominion from sea to sea and from the river to the ends of the earth.” This phrase embodied the vision of building a powerful, united, wealthy and free country that spanned a continent. The title was written into the Constitution, was used officially for about 100 years, and remains part of our heritage today.

18. When was the first representative assembly in Canada elected?

  • 1889
  • 1791
  • 1758
  • 1609

Democratic institutions developed gradually and peacefully. The first representative assembly was elected in Halifax, Nova Scotia, in 1758. Prince Edward Island followed in 1773, New Brunswick in 1785. The Constitutional Act of 1791 divided the Province of Quebec into Upper Canada (later Ontario), which was mainly Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking, and Lower Canada (later Quebec), heavily Catholic and French-speaking.

19. For centuries, on what was Canada’s economy based?

  • Farming and exporting natural resources
  • Trading with the First Nations
  • Farming
  • Exporting natural resources

The first financial institutions opened in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Montreal Stock Exchange opened in 1832. For centuries Canada’s economy was based mainly on farming and on exporting natural resources such as fur, fish and timber, transported by roads, lakes, rivers and canals.

20. In which year was Canada’s first Prime Minister elected?

  • 1867
  • 1964
  • 1764
  • 1869

In 1867, Sir John Alexander Macdonald, a Father of Confederation, became Canada’s first Prime Minister. Born in Scotland on January 11, 1815, he came to Upper Canada as a child. He was a lawyer in Kingston, Ontario, a gifted politician and a colourful personality. Parliament has recognized January 11 as Sir John A. Macdonald Day. His portrait is on the $10 bill.

Quiz 4-3

1. What made it possible for immigrants to settle in Western Canada?

  • The completion of the Canadian Pacific Railway
  • The completion of the port of Vancouver
  • The completion of the Canadian National Railway
  • The giving of free land to new settlers

British Columbia joined Canada in 1871 after Ottawa promised to build a railway to the West Coast. On November 7, 1885, a powerful symbol of unity was completed when Donald Smith (Lord Strathcona), the Scottish-born director of the Canadian pacific Railway (CPR), drove the last spike. The project was financed by British and American investors and built by both European and Chinese labour. Afterwards the Chinese were subject to discrimination, including the Head Tax, a race-based entry fee. The Government of Canada apologized in 2006 for this discriminatory policy. After many years of heroic work, the CPR’s “ribbons of steel” fulfilled a national dream.

2. What was the main economy of the early Europeans settlers?

  • Fur trade
  • Mining
  • Farming
  • Timber

The French and Aboriginal people collaborated in the vast fur trade economy, driven by the demand for beaver pelts in Europe. Outstanding leaders like Jean Talon, Bishop Laval, and Count Frontenac built a French Empire in North America that reached from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico.

3. What are leaders like Jean Talon, Bishop Laval, and Count Frontenac famous for?

  • They built a French Empire in North America that reached from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico
  • They defeated the French armies during the War between France and England
  • They built a British Empire in North America that reached from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico
  • They defeated the British armies during the War between France and England

The French and Aboriginal people collaborated in the vast fur trade economy, driven by the demand for beaver pelts in Europe. Outstanding leaders like Jean Talon, Bishop Laval, and Count Frontenac built a French Empire in North America that reached from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico.

4. Who granted the Hudson’s Bay Company exclusive trading rights?

  • King George II
  • King Charles II of England
  • King James
  • King Charles I of England

In 1670, King Charles II of England granted the Hudson’s Bay Company exclusive trading rights over the watershed draining into Hudson Bay. For the next 100 years the Company competed with Montreal-based traders. The skilled and courageous men who travelled by canoe were called voyageurs and coureurs des bois, and formed strong alliances with First Nations.

5. When was the R.C.M.P created?

  • 1892
  • 1864
  • 1873
  • 1869

After the first Metis uprising, Prime Minister Macdonald established the North West Mounted Police (NWMP) in 1873 to pacify the West and assist in negotiations with the Indians. The NWMP founded Fort Calgary, Fort MacLeod and other centres that today are cities and towns. Regina became its headquarters. Today, the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (rcmp or “the Mounties”) are the national police force and one of Canada’s best-known symbols. Some of Canada’s most colourful heroes, such as Major General Sir Sam Steele, came from the ranks of the Mounties.

6. Which British Empire province was the first to abolish slavery?

  • Ontario
  • Lower Canada
  • Quebec
  • Upper Canada

Slavery has existed all over the world, from Asia, Africa and the Middle East to the Americas. The first movement to abolish the transatlantic slave trade emerged in the British Parliament in the late 1700s. In 1793, Upper Canada, led by Lieutenant Governor John Graves Simcoe, a Loyalist military officer, became the first province in the Empire to move toward abolition. In 1807, the British Parliament prohibited the buying and selling of slaves, and in 1833 abolished slavery throughout the Empire. Thousands of slaves escaped from the United States, followed “the North Star” and settled in Canada via the Underground Railroad, a Christian anti-slavery network.

7. When is Canada Day?

  • First of July
  • 11th of November
  • First of November
  • 11th of September

The British Parliament passed the British North America Act in 1867. The Dominion of Canada was officially born on July 1, 1867. Until 1982, July 1 was celebrated as “Dominion Day” to commemorate the day that Canada became a self-governing Dominion. Today it is officially known as Canada Day.

8. At the end of the Second World War, Canada’s navy was:

  • The second largest in the world
  • The largest in the world
  • The third largest in the world
  • Canada had no navy at that time

The Royal Canadian navy (RCN) saw its finest hour in the Battle of the Atlantic, protecting convoys of merchant ships against German submarines. Canada’s Merchant navy helped to feed, clothe and resupply Britain. At the end of the Second World War, Canada had the third-largest navy in the world.

9. When did Canadian medical officer Lt. Col. John McCrae composed the poem "In Flanders Fields" that is often recited on Remembrance Day?

  • 1918
  • 1812
  • 1945
  • 1915

Canadians remember the sacrifices of our veterans and brave fallen in all wars up to the present day in which Canadians took part, each year on November 11: Remembrance Day. Canadians wear the red poppy and observe a moment of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to honour the sacrifices of over a million brave men and women who have served, and the 110000 who have given their lives. Canadian medical officer Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae composed the poem “In Flanders Fields” in 1915; it is often recited on Remembrance Day: In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

10. What type of bond did Aboriginals and Europeans form in the first 200 years of coexistence?

  • Religious
  • Economic and Military
  • Economic, religious and military
  • Economic

The arrival of European traders, missionaries, soldiers and colonists changed the native way of life forever. Large numbers of Aboriginals died of European diseases to which they lacked immunity. However, Aboriginals and Europeans formed strong economic, religious and military bonds in the first 200 years of coexistence which laid the foundations of Canada.

11. Which natives were farmers and hunters?

  • Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region and the Iroquois
  • The Inuit
  • The Sioux
  • The Cree and Dene of the Northwest

When Europeans explored Canada they found all regions occupied by native peoples they called Indians, because the first explorers thought they had reached the East Indies. The native people lived off the land, some by hunting and gathering, others by raising crops. The Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region, like the Iroquois, were farmers and hunters. The Cree and Dene of the Northwest were hunter-gatherers. The Sioux were nomadic, following the bison (buffalo) herd. The Inuit lived off Arctic wildlife. West Coast natives preserved fish by drying and smoking. Warfare was common among Aboriginal groups as they competed for land, resources and prestige.

12. When did the first financial institutions open in Canada?

  • Mid 19th century
  • Early 18th century
  • Late 18th and early 19th centuries
  • Late 17th century

The first financial institutions opened in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Montreal Stock Exchange opened in 1832. For centuries Canada’s economy was based mainly on farming and on exporting natural resources such as fur, fish and timber, transported by roads, lakes, rivers and canals.

13. What is the meaning of the Remembrance Day poppy?

  • To remember our Sovereign Queen Elizabeth II
  • To celebrate Confederation
  • To honour prime ministers who have died
  • To remember the sacrifice of Canadians who have served or died in wars up to the present day

Canadians remember the sacrifices of our veterans and brave fallen in all wars up to the present day in which Canadians took part, each year on November 11: Remembrance Day. Canadians wear the red poppy and observe a moment of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to honour the sacrifices of over a million brave men and women who have served, and the 110000 who have given their lives. Canadian medical officer Lieutenant Colonel John McCrae composed the poem “In Flanders Fields” in 1915; it is often recited on Remembrance Day: In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place; and in the sky The larks, still bravely singing, fly Scarce heard amid the guns below.

14. When did the Montreal Stock Exchange open?

  • 1905
  • 1887
  • 1832
  • 1932

The first financial institutions opened in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. The Montreal Stock Exchange opened in 1832. For centuries Canada’s economy was based mainly on farming and on exporting natural resources such as fur, fish and timber, transported by roads, lakes, rivers and canals.

15. What was driving the vast fur trade economy?

  • The demand for beaver pelts in Asia
  • The demand for beaver pelts in the Aboriginal communities
  • The demand for beaver pelts in Europe
  • The needs for beaver pelts in the settlers

The French and Aboriginal people collaborated in the vast fur trade economy, driven by the demand for beaver pelts in Europe. Outstanding leaders like Jean Talon, Bishop Laval, and Count Frontenac built a French Empire in North America that reached from Hudson Bay to the Gulf of Mexico.

16. Who dominated the fur trade in the North West during the French and British regimes?

  • The Hudson's Bay Company
  • The Trading Post company
  • The Sears company
  • The North Star company

The first companies in Canada were formed during the French and British regimes and competed for the fur trade. The Hudson’s Bay Company, with French, British and Aboriginal employees, came to dominate the trade in the northwest from Fort Garry (Winnipeg) and Fort Edmonton to Fort Langley (near Vancouver) and Fort Victoria—trading posts that later became cities.

17. When was the Bank of Canada created?

  • 1934
  • 1939
  • 1942
  • 1945

There was growing demand for the government to create a social safety net with minimum wages, a standard work week and programs such as unemployment insurance. The Bank of Canada, a central bank to manage the money supply and bring stability to the financial system, was created in 1934. Immigration dropped and many refugees were turned away, including Jews trying to flee Nazi Germany in 1939.

18. What were the Atlantic colonies and the two Canadas known collectively as in 1791?

  • Lower Canada
  • Ontario
  • Upper Canada
  • British North America

The Act also granted to the Canadas, for the first time, legislative assemblies elected by the people. The name Canada also became official at this time and has been used ever since. The Atlantic colonies and the two Canadas were known collectively as British North America.

19. When did English settlement begin in Canada?

  • 1510
  • 1497
  • 1610
  • 1720

Picture: (Right) John Cabot, an Italian immigrant to England, was the first to map Canada’s Atlantic shore, setting foot on Newfoundland or Cape Breton Island in 1497 and claiming the New Founde Land for England. English settlement did not begin until 1610.

20. What percentage of Aboriginal people are Metis?

  • 4
  • 65
  • 40
  • 30

About 65% of the Aboriginal people are First Nations, while 30% are Metis and 4% Inuit.

Quiz 4-4

1. What did Great Britain rename the French colony of the 1700s?

  • Quebec City
  • Acadia
  • Ontario
  • The "Province of Quebec"

Following the war, Great Britain renamed the colony the “Province of Quebec.” The French-speaking Catholic people, known as habitants or Canadiens, strove to preserve their way of life in the English-speaking, Protestant-ruled British Empire.

2. From where were the ancestors of Aboriginal peoples believed to have migrated?

  • Africa
  • Asia
  • Australia
  • Europe

The ancestors of Aboriginal peoples are believed to have migrated from Asia many thousands of years ago. They were well established here long before explorers from Europe first came to North America. Diverse, vibrant First Nations cultures were rooted in religious beliefs about their relationship to the Creator, the natural environment and each other.

3. What level of government did the Fathers of Confederation create?

  • Federal and provincial
  • Provincial and municipal
  • Provincial and territorial
  • Federal and municipal

4. In which year did the American attempt to conquer Canada fail?

  • 1849
  • 1867
  • 1814
  • 1840

5. The British territories in the Caribbean Sea are part of Canada.

  • True
  • False

6. What did the Battle of Trafalgar (1805) represent?

  • The defeat of the British fleet
  • The defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte's fleet
  • The defeat of Major-General Sir Isaac Brock's fleet
  • The defeat of the American fleet

7. What marked the end of France’s empire in America in the 1700s?

  • English colonies became more populated than French colonies
  • The French defeated the English in warfare
  • the British defeated the French in the Battle of the Plains of Abraham at Quebec City
  • The British invaded Quebec City

8. What is the Royal Canadian Mounted Police?

  • army police
  • A provincial police force
  • A municipal police force
  • A national police force

9. Regarding the European - Aboriginal relationship, which of the following statements is false?

  • European traders, missionaries, soldiers and colonists killed most of the native population in Canada
  • The arrival of European traders, missionaries, soldiers and colonists changed the native way of life forever
  • Aboriginals and Europeans formed strong economic, religious and military bonds in the first 200 years of coexistence which laid the foundations of Canada
  • Large numbers of Aboriginals died of European diseases to which they lacked immunity

10. The arrival of Europeans in Canada changed the native way of life forever

  • True
  • False

11. In Canada, how did democratic institutions develop?

  • Rapidly and peacefully
  • Gradually and with a lot of fighting
  • Gradually and peacefully
  • Rapidly and with a lot of fighting

12. What is known as the women’s suffrage movement?

  • The effort by women to end suffering
  • The effort by women to achieve the right to vote
  • The war liberation movement by women
  • The feminist movement

13. What did Lower Canada mainly consist of?

  • Catholic and French-speaking people
  • Protestant and French-speaking people
  • Loyalist, Catholic and English-speaking people
  • Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking people

14. How many Canadians have died in all wars up to the present day?

  • 110000
  • 220000
  • 500000
  • 55000

15. What were the men who worked together to establish Canada called?

  • The Fathers of Confederation
  • The Fathers of Dominion of Canada
  • The Fathers of Constitution
  • The Fathers of Canada

16. Since the 1970s, from where do most immigrants come from?

  • Europe
  • South America
  • Africa
  • Asia

17. Name 3 fathers of Confederation

  • Joseph Brant, Joseph Howe, and James Macdonald
  • La Fontaine, Robert Baldwin, and Joseph Howe
  • Jospeh Howe, Robert La Fontaine, and Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache, Sir George-Etienne Cartier, and Sir John A. Macdonald

18. What did Upper Canada mainly consist of?

  • Loyalist, Catholic and English-speaking people
  • Catholic and French-speaking people
  • Loyalist, Protestant and English-speaking people
  • Protestant and French-speaking people

19. What do Canadians wear on Remembrance Day?

  • Red poppy
  • Blue ribbon
  • Red ribbon
  • Red bracelet

20. For what did the first companies in Canada compete?

  • Silver
  • Fur
  • Timber
  • Gold

Quiz 4-5

1. What led to the Great Depression in the 1930s?

  • Low grain prices and a terrible drought in 1929
  • The stock market crash of 1932
  • Low grain prices and a terrible drought in 1932
  • The stock market crash of 1929

2. When did the United States launch an invasion on Canada?

  • 1812
  • 1840
  • 1867
  • 1849

3. Who battled for control of North America in the 1700s?

  • France and Ireland
  • France and the United States
  • France and Great Britain
  • Great Britain and the United States

4. Where was the new British colony for freed slaves?

  • Nairobi (East Africa)
  • Cape Town (South Africa)
  • Abidjan (West Africa)
  • Sierra Leone (West Africa)

5. Which British North American colony was the first to attain full responsible government?

  • Nova Scotia
  • Upper Canada
  • New Brunswick
  • Ontario

6. Which natives were hunter-gatherers?

  • The Inuit
  • The Sioux
  • Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region and the Iroquois
  • The Cree and Dene of the Northwest

7. When is Remembrance Day?

  • 11th of September
  • 21st of December
  • First of November
  • 11th of November

8. What was the name of the free association of states that the British Empire had evolved into after the First World War?

  • The British Commonwealth of Nations
  • The British Armed Nations
  • The British Colonial Dominion
  • The British Empire

9. Which phrase embodied the vision for the Dominion of Canada?

  • "Dominion from sea to sea and from the river to the ends of the earth"
  • Dominion from ocean to ocean
  • Oh Canada, my home and native land
  • The land of the free and strong

10. When did English colonies appear along the Atlantic seaboard?

  • The early 1700s
  • The late 1600s
  • The mid 1600s
  • The early 1600s

11. What was Pierre Le Moyne famous for?

  • He was a great hero of New France, winning many victories over the English in the late 17th and early 18th centuries
  • He defeated the Americans in the Battle of Trafalgar
  • He was Upper Canada
  • He was a great hero of New England, winning many victories over the French in the late 17th and early 18th centuries

12. Which natives were nomadic, following the bison (buffalo) herds?

  • Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region and the Iroquois
  • The Inuit
  • The Sioux
  • The Cree and Dene of the Northwest

13. When did the British Parliament abolish slavery throughout the Empire?

  • 1793
  • 1833
  • 1807
  • 1853

14. Which natives lived off Arctic wildlife?

  • The Cree and Dene of the Northwest
  • The Inuit
  • Huron-Wendat of the Great Lakes region and the Iroquois
  • The Sioux

15. When did the French and the Iroquois make peace?

  • 1754
  • 1701
  • 1801
  • 1601

16. When were most Canadian female citizens, aged 21 and over, granted the right to vote in federal elections?

  • 1889
  • 1918
  • 1921
  • 1945

17. Who assigned Canada’s national colours (white and red) in 1921?

  • King George V
  • King James
  • King George II
  • Queen Victoria

18. When did the British Parliament pass the British North America Act?

  • 1982
  • 1867
  • 1759
  • 1840

19. When was the Constitutional Act passed?

  • 1791
  • 1609
  • 1758
  • 1889

20. Who battled with the French settlements for a century?

  • A confederation of five (later six) First Nations
  • A confederation of three (later four) First Nations
  • A confederation of four (later five) First Nations
  • The English

Quiz 4-6

1. Who was the first European to see present-day Quebec City and Montreal?

  • Jean Talon
  • Jacques Cartier
  • Samuel de Champlain
  • Pierre de Monts

2. Whose portrait is on the Canadian $10 bill?

  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache
  • Sir John Alexander Macdonald

3. Who was Canada’s First Prime Minister?

  • Sir John Alexander Macdonald
  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache

4. Why is the British North America Act important in Canadian history?

  • The Act granted to the Canadas, for the first time, legislative assemblies
  • The Act granted Canada complete independence from England
  • The Act restored British criminal laws
  • The Act officially made Canada a self-governing Dominion

5. With whose expedition did European exploration begin in Canada?

  • Pierre de Monts
  • Jacques Cartier
  • Samuel de Champlain
  • John Cabot

6. Who composed the poem "In Flanders Fields" that is often recited on Remembrance Day?

  • Sir Sam Steele
  • Lt. Col. John McCrae
  • The Duke of Wellington
  • Sir Arthur Currie

7. Who were the first Europeans to reach Canada?

  • French
  • Irish
  • English
  • Vikings

8. Who defended the rights of the Canadiens and defeated an American military invasion of Quebec in 1775?

  • Bishop Laval
  • Count Frontenac
  • Sir John A. Macdonald
  • Sir Guy Carleton

9. Who was the first European to explore the St. Lawrence River?

  • Samuel de Champlain
  • Pierre de Monts
  • John Cabot
  • Jacques Cartier

10. Who was Lieutenant Colonel John Graves Simcoe?

  • The leader of the loyalists
  • Lower Canada's first Lieutenant Governor and founder of the City of Ottawa
  • Upper Canada's first Lieutenant Governor and founder of the City of Toronto
  • Lower Canada's first Lieutenant Governor and founder of the City of Toronto

11. Who was Canada’s greatest soldier during the First World War?

  • Colonel Sir Joseph Howe
  • Lt. Col. John McCrae
  • General Sir Alexander Macdonald
  • General Sir Arthur Currie

12. Who established the first European settlements?

  • The English
  • The French
  • The Irish
  • The Spanish

13. Who declared independence in 1776 and formed the United States?

  • All British Colonies in Canada
  • All the French colonies
  • The ten British colonies to the south of Quebec
  • The thirteen British colonies to the south of Quebec

14. Who defeated Napoleon in 1815, and therefore played a direct role in founding the national capital?

  • Sir John A. Macdonald
  • The Duke of Wellington
  • Sir Guy Carleton
  • Bishop Laval

15. Who led thousands of Loyalist Mohawk Indians into Canada in 1776?

  • Joseph Howe
  • Joseph Brant
  • Robert Baldwin
  • Sir John A. Macdonald

16. Who became the first French-Canadian prime minister since Confederation?

  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache
  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir Wilfrid Laurier

17. Who was the first to map Canada’s Atlantic shore?

  • Samuel de Champlain
  • John Cabot
  • Pierre de Monts
  • Jacques Cartier

18. Who was the key architect of Confederation from Quebec?

  • Sir Etienne-Paschal Tache
  • Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine
  • Sir George-Etienne Cartier
  • Sir John Alexander Macdonald

19. Who defeated Napoleon in 1815?

  • The Duke of Wellington
  • Lieutenant Colonel John Graves Simcoe
  • Major-General Sir Isaac Brock
  • Sir John A. Macdonald

20. Who was the founder of the women’s suffrage movement?

  • Agnes Macphail
  • Ther
  • Marie Howe
  • Dr. Emily Stowe

Quiz 4-7

1. Who made Upper Canada the first province in the British Empire to abolish slavery?

  • Lieutenant Colonel John Graves Simcoe
  • Sir John A. Macdonald
  • Joseph Howe
  • Joseph Brant

2. When did the Fathers of Confederation form the Dominion of Canada?

  • 1790
  • 1600
  • 1867
  • 1999

3. What is the "Dominion of Canada"?

  • The name of the new country formed in 1867 known today as Canada
  • The English-speaking part of Canada
  • The French-speaking part of Canada
  • The Alliance formed between the English and the French

4. What is the system "if the government loses a confidence vote in the assembly it must resign" called?

  • A responsible government
  • An assembly government
  • A vote-based government
  • A confident government

5. Who suggested the term, "Dominion of Canada" in 1864?

  • Sir Leonard Tilley
  • Joseph Howe
  • Robert Baldwin
  • La Fontaine

6. When was the first European exploration in Canada?

  • 1999
  • 1788
  • 1497
  • 1690

7. When did the name of "Canada" begin appearing on maps?

  • By the 1580s
  • By the 1650s
  • By the 1750s
  • By the 1550s

8. When did the United States invade Canada?

  • 1999
  • 1812
  • 2015
  • 2000

9. When was the province of Canada formed by combining upper and lower Canada?

  • 1800s
  • 1840
  • 1900
  • 1500

10. Where does the name "Canada" come from?

  • From the Inuit word "kanata", meaning "village"
  • From the Iroquoian word "kanata", meaning "home"
  • From the Iroquoian word "kanata", meaning "village"
  • From the Iroquoian word "kanata", meaning "land"

11. When did the name Canada began appearing on maps?

  • 1780
  • 2001
  • 1998
  • 1550

12. Who had the reputation of being the "shock troops of the British Empire"?

  • The French troops
  • The British troops
  • The Canadian troops
  • The Caribbean troops

13. When was slavery abolished?

  • 1833
  • 1912
  • 1899
  • 1800

14. What does "Confederation" mean?

  • The joining of several British colonies to form a new country
  • The split between the South and the North
  • The joining of several cities to form a new province
  • The joining of several provinces to form a new country

15. What is the significance of "l’Anse aux Meadows"?

  • It is a World Heritage site where can be found the remains of Jacques Cartier
  • It is a World Heritage site where can be found the remains of the Vikings from Iceland who reached Labrador and the island of Newfoundland 1,000 years ago
  • It is a World Heritage site where can be found the remains of the Battle of Trafalgar
  • It is a World Heritage site where can be found the remains of the first European town built by the early settlers

16. What was known as "British North America" in 1791?

  • Ontario and lower Canada
  • The Atlantic colonies and the two Canadas (upper and lower)
  • The two Canadas (upper and lower)
  • Ontario and upper Canada

17. When did the name "Canada" become official?

  • 1758
  • 1791
  • 1609
  • 1889

18. Who were known as "habitants" or "Canadiens"?

  • The British settlers who spoke French
  • The Metis
  • The French-speaking Catholic people
  • The Acadians

Quiz 5-1

1. When was Old Age Security devised?

  • 1970
  • 1940
  • 1965
  • 1927

2. Who created insulin?

  • Sir Sandford Fleming and Charles Best
  • Dr. Wilder Penfield
  • Dr. John A. Hopps
  • Sir Frederick Banting of Toronto and Charles Best

3. When were Aboriginal people granted the right to vote.

  • 1960
  • 1961
  • 1948
  • 1949

4. Who were the Group of Seven?

  • The Father of the Confederation
  • Seven Canadian greatest war heroes
  • Seven Canadian visual art artists who developed a certain style of painting
  • The Seven Canadian best hockey players

5. Who pioneered modern Inuit art?

  • Jean-Paul Riopelle
  • Louis-Philippe Hebert
  • Kenojuak Ashevak
  • Emily Carr

6. Who was a celebrated sculptor of historical figures?

  • Louis-Philippe Hebert
  • Norman Jewison
  • Kenojuak Ashevak
  • Emily Carr

7. Canada is a member of the United Nations (UN)

  • True
  • False

8. Who invented the worldwide system of standard time zones?

  • Sir Henry Woodward
  • Sir John A. Hopps
  • Sir Sandford Fleming
  • Sir Sandford Greenwich

9. Who was Mary Ann (Shadd) Carey?

  • The first woman fur trader
  • The founder of the Canadian feminist movement
  • An anti-slavery activist and the first woman publisher in Canada
  • The founder of the women's suffrage movement

10. When did Canada take over the vast northwest region from the Hudson’s Bay Company?

  • 1905
  • 1864
  • 1949
  • 1869

11. Why do Canadians enjoy one of the world’s highest standards of living?

  • By working hard and by trading with other nations
  • Thanks to the Americans
  • By working hard and by being a NATO member
  • Thanks to the NAFTA agreement

12. What was the "Quiet Revolution"?

  • The coming of the Old Age Security in Canada
  • The Cold War between the East and the West
  • An era of rapid change in the 1960s in Quebec
  • The development of Canada's autonomy in the world after the Second World War

13. When was the official Language Act passed in Parliament?

  • 1905
  • 1969
  • 1621
  • 1805

14. When were Japanese first granted the right to vote?

  • 1701
  • 1600
  • 1901
  • 1948

15. When was the Alberta Oil rush?

  • 1947
  • 2000
  • 1990
  • 1600

16. Who were the "voyageurs" and "coureurs des bois"?

  • The skilled and courageous men who travelled by canoe and formed strong alliances with First Nations
  • The French settlers
  • The people who lived in the forest
  • The French who lived with the Natives

17. What does the Canada Health Act ensure?

  • Drinkable water for all Canadians
  • No more contagious epidemics in Canada
  • Publicly funded education
  • Common elements and a basic standard of coverage

18. When did Canada draw closer to the United States and other trading partners?

  • Between 1925 and 1960
  • Between 1945 and 1970
  • Between 1970 and 1980
  • Between 1980 and 1990

19. Insulin was discovered by a Canadian

  • True
  • False

20. Which natives preserved fish by drying and smoking?

  • West Coast natives
  • East Coast Natives
  • Interior Natives
  • Northern Natives

21. When were Aboriginal voting rights granted?

  • 1980
  • 1960
  • 1700
  • 1801

22. When was Basketball invented?

  • 2021
  • 1500
  • 1891
  • 1600

23. Quebec enjoys sovereignty in Canada

  • True
  • False

24. How were the laws impacted by the Quebec Act of 1774?

  • The Act cancelled French civil law while maintaining British criminal law
  • The Act restored French civil law while maintaining British criminal law
  • The Act cancelled all British Laws in Quebec
  • The Act restored British civil law while maintaining French criminal law

Quiz 5-2

1. When was introduced Unemployment insurance (now called "employment insurance")?

  • 1927
  • 1970
  • 1940
  • 1965

2. Who was Upper Canada’s first Lieutenant Governor and founder of the City of York (now Toronto)?

  • Sir John A. Macdonald
  • Joseph Howe
  • Joseph Brant
  • Lieutenant Colonel John Graves Simcoe

3. When did Canada enjoy one of the strongest economies among industrialized nations?

  • Between 1925 and 1960
  • Between 1945 and 1970
  • Between 1970 and 1980
  • Between 1980 and 1990

4. Which of the following is a person of letters who had a significant cultural impact?

  • Jean-Paul Riopelle
  • Sir Ernest MacMillan
  • Kenojuak Ashevak
  • Pauline Johnson

5. Who established the first European settlement north of Florida in 1604?

  • Jacques Cartier
  • Jean Talon
  • Pierre de Monts and Samuel de Champlain
  • John Cabot

6. By the 1960s, how many Canadians had origins that were neither British nor French?

  • Half
  • One-quarter
  • One-third
  • Two-third

7. Who invented the first cardiac pacemaker?

  • Dr. John A. Hopps
  • Sir Sandford Fleming
  • Dr. Wilder Penfield
  • Sir John A. Macdonald

8. Which famous Canadian artist painted the forests and Aboriginal artifacts of the West Coast?

  • Jean-Paul Riopelle
  • Kenojuak Ashevak
  • Louis-Philippe Hebert
  • Emily Carr

9. Who invented Basketball?

  • Terry Fox
  • Donovan Bailey
  • James Naismith
  • Wayne Gretzky

10. Which of the following is a writer who has diversified Canada’s literary experience?

  • Healey Willan
  • Denys Arcand
  • Michael Ondaatje
  • Louis-Philippe Hebert

11. Who is known as "the greatest living Canadian"?

  • Sir Sandford Fleming
  • Sir John A. Macdonald
  • Terry Fox
  • Dr. Wilder Penfield

12. Canadian football is absolutely identical to American football

  • False
  • True

13. Basketball was invented by a Canadian

  • True
  • False

14. Which Canadian circled the globe in a wheelchair to raise funds for spinal cord research?

  • Wayne Gretzky
  • Terry Fox
  • Rick Hansen
  • Marshall McLuhan

15. Whose films have been popular in Quebec and across the country, and have won international awards?

  • The films of Emile Nelligan
  • The films of Denys Arcand
  • The films of Louis Hemon
  • The films of Louis-Philippe Hebert

16. What began Canada’s modern energy industry in 1947?

  • The discovery of hydro-electricity in British Columbia
  • The discovery of coal in Manitoba
  • The discovery of oil in Alberta
  • The Energy Bill passed by the House of Common

17. What is the current name of the fortress that Samuel de Champlain built in 1608?

  • Ottawa
  • Port Royal
  • Montreal
  • Quebec City

18. Who invented the telephone?

  • Alexander Graham Rogers
  • Alexander Graham Shaw
  • Alexander Graham Bell
  • Alexander Graham Telus

19. Who were pioneers of modern abstract art in the 1950s?

  • The Group of Seven
  • The Abstractists
  • Les Reformateurs of Quebec
  • "Les Automatistes" of Quebec

20. When did the Parliament establish the Royal Commission on Bilingualism and Biculturalism?

  • 1970
  • 1963
  • 1969
  • 1945

21. What was the name of the war that began when several liberated countries of Eastern Europe became part of a Communist bloc controlled by the Soviet Union?

  • The Eastern War
  • The Union War
  • The Soviet War
  • The Cold War

22. The Blackberry is a Canadian invention

  • True
  • False

23. Which Act guarantees French and English services in the federal government across Canada?

  • The Official Languages Act
  • The Bilingual Act
  • The English Language Act
  • The French Language Act

24. Which of the following is a Canadian musician who won renown in Canada and abroad?

  • Sir Ernest MacMillan
  • Emile Nelligan
  • Joy Kogawa
  • Jean-Paul Riopelle

Quiz 6-1

1. For a bill to become a law, how many readings must it go through?

  • Three
  • None
  • One
  • Two

2. How many territories are there in Canada?

  • Three
  • Two
  • One
  • Four

3. What are the three branches of Canadian government?

  • Executive, Legislative and Judicial
  • Senate, Legislative and Judicial
  • Executive, Federal and Judicial
  • Executive, Legislative and Monarchy

4. Which of the following is a responsibility of the provinces?

  • Interprovincial trade
  • Highways
  • Foreign policy
  • Defence

5. Where are the provincial and territorial laws passed?

  • In the Senate
  • In the elected legislature
  • In the House of Commons
  • In the provincial and territorial courts

6. For how many years is the Lieutenant Governor usually appointed?

  • Five
  • Ten
  • Three
  • Two

7. What is the name of the highest judiciary court in Canada?

  • The Executive Court
  • Her Majesty Court
  • The Federal Court
  • The Supreme Court

8. How many judges on the Supreme Court of Canada are appointed by the Governor General?

  • Three
  • Five
  • Nine
  • Twelve

9. Why is Terry Fox a Canadian national hero?

  • He united Canada in the 19th century
  • He became the first elected President of Canada
  • He inspired people to contribute money for cancer research
  • He was the greatest hockey player of all time

10. What comprises a provincial legislature?

  • The provincial MPs
  • The Lieutenant Governor and the elected Assembly
  • The elected Assembly
  • The provincial MPs and the elected Assembly

11. What is often referred to as "the goal heard around the world"?

  • the winning goal for Canada in the Canada-USA Summit Series in 1972
  • the winning goal for Canada in the Canada-Soviet Summit Series in 1992
  • the winning goal for Canada in the Canada-Soviet Summit Series in 1972
  • the winning goal for Canada in the Canada-Soviet Stanley Cup Series in 1972

12. What are the three key facts about Canada’s system of government?

  • Canada is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy
  • Canada is a federal democracy, a parliamentary state and a constitutional monarchy
  • Canada is a federal state, a parliamentary monarchy and a constitutional democracy
  • Canada is a British Kingdom, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy

13. Canada is not a member of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)

  • False
  • True

14. What is a "hereditary Sovereign"?

  • A Governor General
  • A Queen or a King
  • A Prime Minister
  • A Senator

15. What do you call the King’s or Queen’s representative in the provinces?

  • Senator
  • Member of Parliament
  • Lieutenant Governor
  • Premier

16. Who considers and reviews proposals for new laws?

  • The House of Commons
  • The Cabinet Ministers
  • The Senate
  • The House of Commons and the Senate

17. How often are members of Parliament elected?

  • Ten years
  • Two years
  • Five years
  • Four years

18. What is the "House of Commons"?

  • The representative chamber made up of Cabinet Ministers
  • The representative chamber made up of Federal Deputies
  • The representative chamber made up of Senators
  • The representative chamber made up of members of Parliament

19. What would best describe the role of the King or Queen in Canada?

  • The Queen or King is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty and a guardian of constitutional freedoms
  • The Queen or King must approve all government decisions
  • The Queen or King is a symbol of Canadian citizenship and mobility rights
  • The Queen or King appoints all Cabinet Ministers and Prime Ministers

20. Who is Canada’s head of government?

  • The Queen or King
  • The House of Commons
  • The Prime Minister
  • The people

Quiz 6-2

1. How are Senators appointed?

  • By the Prime Minister
  • By the Queen on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • By the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • They are elected by the people

2. Every province has its own elected Legislative Assembly

  • False
  • True

3. What does "parliamentary democracy" mean?

  • The Queen elects members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures
  • The people elect members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures
  • The parliament elects members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures
  • The senators elect members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures

4. How can a bill become a law in Canada?

  • It is passed by both chambers and receives royal assent
  • It passed by Senate and receives royal assent
  • The people vote in favour of the law
  • It passed by the House of Common and receives royal assent

5. What does "federalism" do?

  • Allows the Federal government to adopt policies for all provinces
  • Gives all the power to the federal government
  • Allows different provinces to adopt policies tailored to their own populations
  • Gives all the power to the Prime Minister

6. How is the Governor General chosen?

  • Elected by the House of Commons
  • Appointed by the Sovereign on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • Elected by the people
  • Appointed by the Prime Minister

7. What does "federalism" mean?

  • The Federal Government has jurisdiction over certain matters
  • The Federal government has the final decision over all matters
  • The different provinces can adopt policies tailored to their own populations
  • Canada is a federal country

8. For what are the provincial governments responsible?

  • Natural resources, property, civil rights, and highways
  • Education, health, and natural resources
  • Education, health, natural resources, property, civil rights, and highways
  • Natural resources and highways

9. What does it mean to retain the "confidence of the House"?

  • Cabinet ministers are responsible to the elected representatives
  • The House of Commons has to have confidence in the Prime Minister
  • The Queen has to have confidence in the Cabinet ministers
  • The House of Commons has to have confidence in the senators

10. What form of government does Canada have?

  • Monarchy
  • Autocracy
  • Republic
  • Constitutional Monarchy

11. What are the three parts of Parliament?

  • Sovereign, Premier and House of Commons
  • Sovereign, Senate and House of Parliament
  • Police, Senate and House of Commons
  • Sovereign, Senate and House of Commons

12. In which Act are the responsibilities of the federal and provincial governments defined?

  • The Constitution Act
  • The Government Act
  • The Federal Act
  • The Responsibilities Act

13. How are senators chosen?

  • They are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • They are elected by the people
  • They are appointed by the Prime Minister
  • They are appointed by the House of Commons

14. How does a bill become a law?

  • The bill must be approved by the Members of the Parliament
  • The bill must be signed by the Queen or King of England
  • The bill must be passed by the House of Commons
  • The bill must be passed by the House of Commons and the Senate, and must receive royal assent

15. What are the responsibilities of the federal government?

  • Matters of national concern
  • Matters of international concern
  • Matters of national and international concern
  • Matters of provincial concern

16. What happens if the cabinet ministers are defeated in a non-confidence vote?

  • They keep their positions for 6 more months only
  • They have to resign
  • Nothing
  • They keep their positions for one more year only

17. What is the head of a province called?

  • The King
  • The Lieutenant Governor
  • The Premier
  • The Chief President

18. What does it mean for the Cabinet Ministers to retain the "confidence of the House"?

  • Cabinet ministers must swear allegiance to the House of England
  • The House of Commons is responsible for the Cabinet ministers
  • Cabinet ministers must retain the confidence of the people
  • Cabinet ministers have to resign if they are defeated in a non-confidence vote

19. What are the two official languages of Canada?

  • English and Inuit
  • French and English
  • English and British
  • Chinese and English

20. For what is the Prime Minister of Canada responsible?

  • Education, health, and natural resources
  • The operations and policy of the government
  • The operations of the government
  • Matters of national concern

Quiz 6-3

1. How is the Lieutenant Governor chosen?

  • Appointed by the Governor General
  • Appointed by the Prime Minister
  • Appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister
  • Appointed by the Sovereign on the advice of the Prime Minister

2. In the territories, who represents the government?

  • The King or Queen
  • The Premier
  • The Lieutenant Governor
  • The Commissioner

3. What are the levels of government in Canada?

  • Federal, provincial, territorial and municipal
  • Federal, provincial, and territorial
  • Federal and provincial
  • Provincial, territorial and municipal

4. Who is the Sovereign represented by in Canada?

  • Nobody
  • The Governor General
  • The Lieutenant Governor
  • The Prime Minister

5. When did Canada become a Constitutional Monarchy?

  • 2001
  • 1988
  • 1980
  • 1867

6. When was the British North America Act. adopted in Canada

  • 1700
  • 1765
  • 1867
  • 1999

7. Which of the following is the responsibility of federal government?

  • Health
  • Natural Resources
  • Criminal law and citizenship
  • Education

8. Which one of the following is not a responsibility of a political representative (members of the House of Commons and members of the provincial and territorial legislatures)?

  • Select the Cabinet Ministers
  • Passing laws
  • Keeping the government accountable
  • Approving and monitoring expenditures

9. When did Canada form a responsible government?

  • 1867
  • 2000
  • 1755
  • 1999

10. Who invented the snowmobile?

  • Joseph-Armand Skidoo
  • Matthew Evans
  • Mike Lazaridis
  • Joseph-Armand Bombardier

11. What is the difference between the Head of State and the Head of Government?

  • The Head of Government actually directs the governing of the country
  • The Head of State must approve all government decisions
  • The Head of Government doesn't actually direct the governing of the country
  • The Head of State appoints the Head of Government

12. Who selects the Cabinet Ministers?

  • The people of Canada
  • The Prime Minister
  • The Senators
  • The Queen

13. To how many other Commonwealth nations is Canada linked?

  • 6
  • 53
  • 49
  • 12

14. What is a proposal for a new law called?

  • A law proposal
  • A draft law
  • A new law
  • A bill

15. When were the Canada and Quebec Pension Plans devised?

  • 1965
  • 1970
  • 1927
  • 1940

16. What is the shared jurisdiction of the federal and provincial governments?

  • Education and highways
  • Agriculture and civil rights
  • Agriculture and immigration
  • Natural Resources and immigration

17. Which of the following is a responsibility of the members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures?

  • Matters of international concern
  • Agriculture and immigration
  • Keeping the government accountable
  • Education and health

18. Who appoints the judges on the Supreme Court of Canada?

  • The Prime Minister
  • The Senate
  • The Sovereign
  • The Governor General

19. When were the majority of Canadians able to afford adequate food, shelter and clothing for the first time?

  • 1945
  • 1951
  • 1954
  • 1949

20. Where are the Parliament buildings located?

  • Ottawa
  • Vancouver
  • Quebec City
  • Toronto

Quiz 7-1

1. What do you call the elected officials on a federal level?

  • Members of Province
  • Electorate College
  • Members of Parliament (MPs)
  • The Governor Generals

2. How does Canada’s Head of State reign?

  • In accordance with the Constitution: the rule of law
  • By directly governing the country
  • By making decision alone
  • In accordance with the British Constitution only

3. In Canadian politics, what does MHA stand for?

  • Members of the House of Assembly
  • Members of the Honourable Assembly
  • Municipal House Assembly
  • Members of the High Assembly

4. What are the responsibilities of the Cabinet?

  • Education
  • Prepare the budget and propose most new laws
  • Natural Resources
  • International matters

5. What do the initials "MP" stand for in Canadian politics?

  • Ministers of Parliaments
  • Member of Parliament
  • Member of Politics
  • Masters of Parliament

6. When were the responsibilities of the federal and provincial governments defined?

  • 1749
  • 1767
  • 1849
  • 1867

7. Which of the following is not a responsibility of a municipal elected official?

  • Transportation and Utilities
  • Emergency Services
  • Social and Community Health
  • Citizenship

8. Which of the following is not a responsibility of a territorial or provincial elected official?

  • Property and Civil Rights
  • Highways
  • Natural Resources
  • Foreign Policy

9. What is an electoral district?

  • The government office in which you register for voting
  • The area in which elections are held
  • A geographical area represented by a member of Parliament
  • The building in which the voting poll is located

10. Who has the right to insist that you tell them how you voted?

  • Nobody
  • Your family members
  • Your employer
  • Your union representatives

11. On election day, what should you bring to the polling station?

  • A piece of identification
  • Nothing
  • The voter information card
  • The voter information card and proof of your identity and address

12. When must federal elections be held?

  • By order of the Queen
  • Every five years following the most recent general election
  • Every four years following the most recent general election
  • By order of the Prime Minister

13. On election day, what happens when the polls close?

  • No ballot gets counted for 24 hours
  • Every ballot is counted and the results are made public
  • Every ballot is counted and the results are kept secret for 48 hours
  • No ballot gets counted for 48 hours

14. How are members of Parliament chosen?

  • They are elected by landowners and police chiefs
  • They are appointed by the United Nations
  • They are elected by voters in their local constituency
  • They are chosen by the provincial Premiers

15. Who is Canada’s Head of State?

  • The Governor General
  • The King or Queen
  • The Prime Minister
  • The Senators

16. During an election period, what happens if you do not receive a voter information card?

  • You have to call your local elections office, or Elections Canada in Ottawa, to ensure that you are on the voters' list
  • You cannot vote
  • You have to call the House of Commons in Ottawa to ensure that you are on the voters' list
  • You can only vote online

17. In Canadian politics, what does MP stand for?

  • Member of Parliament
  • Main Parliament
  • Member of Police
  • Municipal Politician

18. On election day, what should you do once you mark your ballot?

  • Fold it and deposit it in the bin next to you
  • Leave it on the table
  • Present it to the poll officials
  • Fold it and present it to the poll officials

Quiz 7-2

1. How does Elections Canada give the election card to the electors whose names are in the National Register of Electors?

  • Electors have to pick it up their voter information card at an Elections Canada's office
  • Door delivery
  • By mail
  • None of the above

2. In Canada, how are political representatives chosen (members of the House of Commons and members of the provincial and territorial legislatures)?

  • They are elected by the people
  • They are elected by the Cabinet Ministers
  • They are elected by the Prime Minister
  • They are elected by the Senators

3. What is the responsibility of the Cabinet Ministers?

  • They are responsible for running the Senate
  • They are responsible for running the federal government departments
  • They are responsible for running each province of Canada
  • They are responsible for running the House of Commons

4. In Canada, voting is secret

  • True
  • False

5. On election day, where should your ballot go?

  • In the ballot box
  • In the garbage bin
  • In your pocket
  • It should stay on the voting table

6. In Canada, how can a party in power be defeated?

  • If a majority of the members of the House of Commons vote against a major government decision
  • If the Queen votes against a major government decision
  • If a majority of the members of the House of Commons vote in favor of a major government decision
  • If the Governor General resigns

7. In Canadian politics, what does MLA stand for?

  • Municipal Legal Action
  • Members of the Legal Assembly
  • Members of the Legislative Assembly
  • Municipal Legislative Assembly

8. In Canadian politics, what are the people who run for office called?

  • Candidates
  • Politicians
  • Electors
  • Member

9. In Canadian politics, what does MPP stand for?

  • Members of the Politician Parliament
  • Major Politic Party
  • Members of the Provincial Parliament
  • Municipal and Provincial Parliament

10. Which of the following is not a responsibility of a Member of Parliament?

  • Education
  • Citizenship
  • Policing
  • Foreign Policy

11. The Prime Minister and the party in power run the government:

  • As long as they are in good health
  • As long as they have the support of the senators
  • As long as they have the approval of the Queen
  • As long as they have the support or confidence of the majority of the MPs

12. In Canadian politics, what does MNA stand for?

  • Major National Assembly
  • Members of the National Assembly
  • Municipal and National Assembly
  • Members of the Nunavut Assembly

13. During an election period, where is the location of your polling station indicated?

  • In your local Member of Parliament's office
  • Online
  • On your voter information card
  • On your ballot

14. How do Canadians vote?

  • Online
  • By open ballot
  • By secret ballot
  • By mail

15. After an election, who is invited by the Governor General to form the government?

  • The leader who has been directly elected by Canadians
  • The members of Parliament
  • The leader of the political party with the most seats in the House of Commons
  • The leader who has the approval of the Queen

16. How are the results of an election announced in Canada?

  • Announced on television
  • Announced on radio
  • Announced on radio, on television, and in the newspapers
  • Announced in the newspaper

17. For how many years is the Governor General usually appointed?

  • Two
  • Three
  • Ten
  • Five

18. Into how many electoral districts is Canada divided?

  • 196
  • 308
  • 402
  • 208

Quiz 7-3

1. What is the opposition party with the most members of the House of Commons called?

  • The Outside Opposition or Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition
  • The Side Opposition
  • the Official Opposition or Her Majesty's Loyal Opposition
  • The Loyal Great Opposition

2. What are the names of the three major political parties currently represented in the House of Commons?

  • Quebec Coalition, Conservative Party and Liberal Party
  • Conservative Party, Liberal Party and New Royal Party
  • New Democratic Party, Royal Party, and French Coalition
  • Conservative Party, Liberal Party and New Democratic Party

3. Which of the following is a responsibility of a municipality?

  • Citizenship
  • Sanitation
  • Education
  • Natural Resources

4. What is usually the result of a party in power being defeated?

  • The Prime Minister asks the Governor General, on behalf of the Sovereign, to call an election
  • The Governor General asks the Prime Minister, on behalf of the Sovereign, to call an election
  • The Prime Minister must resign from his party
  • The opposition party automatically gets to run the government

5. What is the role of opposition parties?

  • To help the Prime Minister
  • To peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals
  • To write bills
  • To approve the leader party's bills

6. Who are the representatives for the First Nations?

  • Band chiefs and councillors
  • First Nation senators
  • None
  • First Nation mayors

7. What is the National Register of Electors?

  • A database of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal elections and referendums
  • A database of landed immigrants 18 years of age or older who have to register to vote in federal elections and referendums
  • A database of taxpayers who elected to serve on a jury
  • A database of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to run as a candidate in federal elections

8. Which of the following is a responsibility of a Member of Parliament?

  • Public transit
  • Civil Rights
  • Education
  • National Defence

9. Which of the following is not a responsibility of a municipality?

  • Regional planning
  • Public transit
  • Civil Rights
  • Emergency services

10. Which of the following is a responsibility of a territorial or provincial elected official?

  • Education
  • Criminal Justice
  • Citizenship
  • Aboriginal Affairs

11. What should you do on election day?

  • Call Elections Canada
  • Go to the nearest Election Canada's office
  • Go to your polling station
  • Nothing

12. Where can you see the results of an election?

  • On television or on the Elections Canada website
  • Only on the Elections Canada website
  • You have to call Elections Canada
  • Only on television

13. Who can question the decisions of the government?

  • The Queen only
  • The Senate only
  • All members of the House of Commons
  • Only certain members of the House of Commons

14. What are Municipal laws called?

  • Municipal laws
  • City laws
  • Local laws
  • By-laws

15. Which of the following is a responsibility of a municipal elected official?

  • Healthcare
  • Natural Resources
  • Highways
  • Snow removal

16. Which of the following criteria makes you eligible to vote?

  • You are on the voters' list
  • You own a property in Canada
  • You are a landed immigrant
  • You have a valid Canadian driving license

17. The rules for provincial, territorial and municipal elections are the same as for federal elections.

  • True
  • False

18. There can be many candidates in an electoral district

  • True
  • False

Quiz 7-4

1. What is the former name of the Constitution Act?

  • The Federal Act
  • The British North American Act
  • The French North American Act
  • The British Act

2. What is the name of the parties that are not in power?

  • Outside parties
  • Opposition parties
  • Powerless parties
  • Side parties

3. Who has the right to run as a candidate in federal elections?

  • Canadian citizens who are 16 years or older
  • Canadian citizens and landed immigrants
  • Canadian citizens
  • Canadian citizens who are 18 years old or older

4. What happens if you are not listed in the National Register of Electors?

  • You can still be added to the voters' list at any time, excluding election day
  • You can still be added to the voters' list at any time, including election day
  • You can still be added to the voters' list but only on election day
  • You won't be able to vote

5. What do you call the people who run for office?

  • Officers
  • Ministers
  • Candidates
  • Electives

6. What are the responsibilities of the members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures?

  • Passing laws, and approving and monitoring expenditures
  • Matters of international concern
  • Passing laws, approving and monitoring expenditures, and keeping the government accountable
  • Monitoring expenditures, and keeping the government accountable

7. What does "constitutional monarchy" mean?

  • Freedom of speech and mobility
  • The responsibilities of the federal and provincial governments are constitutional
  • The Sovereign (Queen or King) has the constitutional rights to make laws in Canada
  • Canada's Head of State is a hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King)

8. What happens if you cannot or do not wish to vote on election day?

  • You can vote by special ballot only
  • You can vote at the advance polls or by special ballot
  • You cannot vote at all
  • You can vote at the advance polls only

9. What is a minority government?

  • The party in power that holds at least half of the seats in the House of Commons
  • The party in power that holds less than half of the seats in the House of Commons
  • The party in power that holds less than half of the seats in the Senate
  • The party in power that holds less than half of the seats in the Senate and the House of Commons

10. What area does a "by-law" apply to in Canada?

  • The entire country
  • The local community
  • The territory
  • The province

11. Who chooses the ministers of the Crown?

  • The Queen
  • The Senators
  • The Prime Minister
  • The Governor General

12. What do you mark on a federal election ballot?

  • The candidate's name
  • The party's name
  • An "X"
  • The candidate's number

13. What is a voter information card?

  • A list with all the election candidates
  • A card that you use to register for voting
  • A card that confirms that your name is on the voters' list and states when and where you vote
  • A letter explaining how to vote

14. What is the name of the agency that produces the voters’ list?

  • Voting Canada
  • Elections Canada
  • Electives Canada
  • Voters Canada

15. What forms the Cabinet?

  • The Prime Minister and the Cabinet ministers
  • The Senate and the House of Commons
  • The Prime Minister and the Senators
  • The Prime Minister and the House of Commons

16. What is the leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons called?

  • Senator
  • Queen or King
  • Governor General
  • Prime Minister

17. What is a majority government?

  • The party in power that holds at least half of the seats in the Senate and the House of Commons
  • The party in power that holds at least half of the seats in the House of Commons
  • The party in power that holds at least half of the seats in the Senate
  • The party in power that holds less than half of the seats in the House of Commons

18. What does a vote by secret ballot mean?

  • You can only show your ballot to one person
  • No one can watch you vote and no one should look at how you voted
  • No one can watch you vote except the election officials
  • You must not tell anyone who you voted for

19. Who does a member of Parliament represent?

  • The Provincial Courts
  • The citizens in his/her electoral district, as well as all Canadians
  • Only the citizens in his/her electoral district
  • The Provincial and Territorial governments

Quiz 8-1

1. What does RCMP stand for?

  • Royal California Miller Protection
  • Registered Canadian Mounted Police
  • Roy's Corona Military Police
  • Royal Canadian Mounted Police

2. Which of the following is not an objective of the laws in Canada?

  • Provide a peaceful way to settle disputes
  • Express the values and beliefs of Canadians
  • Provide order in society
  • Put more people in jail

3. What does the Canadian justice system guarantee?

  • Smooth process under the law
  • Quick process under the law
  • Arbitrary process under the law
  • Due process under the law

4. How many candidates can there be in an electoral district?

  • Two
  • Many
  • Three
  • A maximum of five

5. In Canada, how are the laws administered?

  • Randomly, it depends on the judge's personal opinion
  • In a partial manner, the facts may be taken into consideration
  • In an impartial manner, only the facts are taken into consideration
  • Only by the police

6. Which of the following is not allowed by a non-Canadian Citizen?

  • Drive a car
  • Go to University
  • Vote in a federal or provincial election
  • Own a house

7. In Canada, how are the rules made?

  • By the people
  • By elected representatives
  • By the Prime Minister
  • By the Queen

8. In Canada, the police are there to help you.

  • False
  • True

9. In the Canadian justice system, what is the "presumption of innocence"?

  • Most people are guilty until they prove it
  • Everyone is innocent until proven guilty
  • Some people are innocent until proven otherwise
  • Women are innocent until proven guilty

10. If you cannot pay for a lawyer, how can you get legal help?

  • Borrow money from the government
  • Go to the Police
  • Go to legal aid services available in most communities
  • Apply for financial aid with the Court

11. In Canada, to which following category do the laws not apply?

  • Judges
  • Politicians
  • Police
  • None of the above

12. Which of the following is not a responsibility of the RCMP in Canada?

  • Serve as municipal police in all major cities in Canada
  • Enforce federal laws throughout Canada
  • Serve as the provincial police in some municipalities
  • Serve as the provincial police in all provinces and territories except Ontario and Quebec

13. In a federal election, in each electoral district, what does the candidate who receives the most votes become?

  • The Governor General
  • The Prime Minister
  • The MP
  • The House Leader

14. In Canada, what is the definition of "law"?

  • The rules only applicable to a certain category of people
  • The oral rules intended to guide people in our society
  • The written rules intended to guide people in our society
  • The rules intended to punish people whenever possible

15. Who has the right to vote in a federal election?

  • Canadian citizens on the voters' list
  • An adult Canadian citizen
  • Adult Canadian citizens and permanent residents
  • A Canadian citizen, at least 18 years old on voting day and on the voters' list

16. Who do the citizens in each electoral district elect?

  • Member of Politics
  • Ministers of Parliaments
  • Masters of Parliament
  • Member of Parliament

17. In which province(s) does the RCMP not serve as the provincial police?

  • Ontario
  • Manitoba and Alberta
  • Ontario and Quebec
  • Quebec

18. What is the role of the police in Canada?

  • To resolve legal disputes
  • To provide National Security data to the Federal government
  • To keep people safe and to enforce the law
  • To defend Canadian borders

19. What do Canadians vote for in a federal election?

  • A person to become the Premier of Canada
  • All candidates in their electoral district
  • The people they want to represent them in the House of Commons
  • The Governor General they want to represent them in Canada

20. Who will receive a voter information card?

  • Electors whose information is in the National Register of Electors
  • Electors who are 18 years or older
  • Everybody
  • Electors who own a house

21. What information does the Elector Card contain?

  • The number to call if an interpreter or other special services are required
  • When and where to vote and the number to call if an interpreter or other special services are required
  • The elector's name
  • When and where to vote

Quiz 9-1

1. What is Canada’s most popular spectator sport?

  • Table Tennis
  • Ice skating
  • Football
  • Ice hockey

2. Which of the following is not an objective of the Official Languages Act?

  • Promote equality of French and English in Canadian society
  • Establish equality between French and English in Parliament, the Government of Canada and institutions subject to the Act
  • Restrict the ability to speak French outside of Quebec
  • Maintain and develop official language minority communities in Canada

3. What is the name of the National Anthem?

  • O Canada
  • Oh Canadians
  • My Canada
  • Eh Canada

4. For which championship does the National Hockey League play?

  • Clarkson Cup
  • Stanley Cup
  • NHL Cup
  • The All Star Hockey Cup

5. What do you call the Canadian honours system that recognizes outstanding citizens?

  • The Medal of Canada
  • The Order of Canada
  • The Decoration of Canada
  • The Honour of Canada

6. When do Canadians celebrate Labour Day?

  • Third Monday of October
  • Third Monday of September
  • Second Monday of September
  • First Monday of September

7. For how many years has the Crown been a symbol of the state in Canada?

  • 300
  • 200
  • 400
  • 100

8. For what is the Victoria Cross awarded?

  • The most conspicuous bravery or self-sacrifice in the presence of the enemy
  • The best hockey player in the Stanley Cup
  • The most brilliant scientific research
  • The best Canadian film-making of the year

9. What does the Canadian flag look like?

  • Red-white-red stripes with a red lily flower in the center
  • Red-white-red stripes with a red maple leaf in the center
  • Red maple leaf on a white background
  • Red-white-red stripes with the Queen emblem in the center

10. When was "O Canada" proclaimed as the national anthem?

  • 1889
  • 1947
  • 1980
  • 1867

11. What year did Canada start its own honours system?

  • 1967
  • 1867
  • 1947
  • 1889

12. When do Canadians celebrate Vimy Day?

  • April 9th
  • April 10th
  • March 9th
  • February 9th

13. What is Canada’s national winter sport?

  • Skiing
  • Ice Hockey
  • Ice skating
  • Ice fishing

14. In Canada, who is above the law?

  • The King or Queen
  • The Prime Minister
  • Nobody
  • The police

15. What is the origin of the beaver as a symbol of Canada?

  • The beaver was adopted centuries ago as a symbol of the Hudson's Bay Company
  • The beaver was adopted centuries ago as a symbol of the fur trade in general
  • The beaver was adopted centuries ago as a mascot by the first pioneers
  • The beaver was adopted centuries ago as a mascot by the Natives

16. What is the name of the Royal Anthem of Canada?

  • God Save the Queen
  • Canada Honour the Queen
  • Canada Save the Queen
  • God Save Canada

17. What is the meaning of the Canadian national motto, "A Mari Usque Ad Mare"?

  • "From sea to sea"
  • From coast to coast
  • From land to land
  • From mountains to sea

18. What does the Federal Court deal with?

  • Matters concerning the police
  • Matters concerning the federal and provincial government
  • Matters concerning National Defence
  • Matters concerning the federal government

Quiz 9-2

1. Who was the first Canadian to be awarded the Victoria Cross?

  • Corporal Filip Konowal
  • Lieutenant Alexander Roberts Dunn
  • Able Seaman William Hall of Horton
  • Flying ace Captain Billy Bishop

2. Which of the following is a criterion to become a Canadian citizen?

  • Have adequate knowledge of English or French
  • Have a Canadian driving license
  • Own property in Canada
  • Play hockey

3. Which one of the following is not a provincial court?

  • Small claims court
  • Court of Queen
  • High court
  • Traffic court

4. When is the Royal Anthem of Canada sung?

  • Only on Canada Day
  • Never
  • Only when the Queen visits Canada
  • On any occasions when Canadians wish to honour the Queen or King

5. When is Sir John A. Macdonald Day celebrated in Canada?

  • November 11th
  • February 11th
  • January 11th
  • January 4th

6. What is the first sentence of the National Anthem?

  • O Canada! Our home and native land!
  • O Canada, we stand on guard for thee
  • The true North strong and free!
  • From far and wide, O Canada

7. When was the current flag of Canada raised for the first time?

  • 1892
  • 1982
  • 1949
  • 1965

8. What is the highest honour available to Canadians?

  • The Canadian Cross
  • The British Cross
  • The Royal Cross
  • The Victoria Cross

9. Which of the following does not contain the Canadian coat of arms?

  • RCMP logo
  • Public buildings
  • Dollar bills
  • Government documents

As an expression of national pride after the First World War, Canada adopted an official coat of arms and a national motto, A Mari Usque Ad Mare, which in Latin means “from sea to sea.” The arms contain symbols of England, France, Scotland and Ireland as well as red maple leaves. Today the arms can be seen on dollar bills, government documents and public buildings.

10. Why was the Peace Tower built in Ottawa?

  • In memory of the Second World War
  • In memory of the war between Canada and the United States
  • To portray Canada as a peaceful nation
  • In memory of the First World War

The Peace Tower was completed in 1927 in memory of the First World War. The Memorial Chamber within the Tower contains the Books of Remembrance in which are written the names of soldiers, sailors and airmen who died serving Canada in wars or while on duty.

11. When was the maple leaf first adopted as a symbol in Canada?

  • In the 1600s
  • In the 1700s
  • In the 1900s
  • In the 1800s

The maple leaf is Canada’s best-known symbol. Maple leaves were adopted as a symbol by French-Canadians in the 1700s, have appeared on Canadian uniforms and insignia since the 1850s, and are carved into the headstones of our fallen soldiers buried overseas and in Canada.

12. Which of the following is the only part of the original Parliament building that still remains?

  • The Centre Block
  • The Memorial Chamber
  • The Library
  • The Peace Tower

The towers, arches, sculptures and stained glass of the Parliament Buildings embody the French, English and Aboriginal traditions and the Gothic Revival architecture popular in the time of Queen Victoria. The buildings were completed in the 1860s. The Centre Block was destroyed by an accidental fire in 1916 and rebuilt in 1922. The Library is the only part of the original building remaining. The Peace Tower was completed in 1927 in memory of the First World War. The Memorial Chamber within the Tower contains the Books of Remembrance in which are written the names of soldiers, sailors and airmen who died serving Canada in wars or while on duty.

13. When do Canadians celebrate Sir Wilfrid Laurier Day?

  • November 20th
  • November 11th
  • October 20th
  • November 21st

Nov 20, just remember

14. What kind of symbols does the Canadian coat of arms contain?

  • Symbols of England, France and Scotland
  • Symbols of England and France
  • Symbols of England, France, Scotland and Ireland as well as red maple leaves
  • Symbols of England and red maple leaves

As an expression of national pride after the First World War, Canada adopted an official coat of arms and a national motto, A Mari Usque Ad Mare, which in Latin means “from sea to sea.” The arms contain symbols of England, France, Scotland and Ireland as well as red maple leaves. Today the arms can be seen on dollar bills, government documents and public buildings.

15. Which sport has the most registered players of any game in Canada?

  • Ice hockey
  • Baseball
  • Soccer
  • Lacrosse

Canadian football is the second most popular sport (see page 49). Curling, an ice game introduced by Scottish pioneers, is popular. Lacrosse, an ancient sport first played by Aboriginals, is the official summer sport. Soccer has the most registered players of any game in Canada.

16. What is the official Royal Flag of Canada?

  • The Royal Arms Flag
  • Her Majesty personal Flag
  • The Union Jack Flag
  • The Royal Standard Flag

A new Canadian flag was raised for the first time in 1965. The red-white-red pattern comes from the flag of the Royal Military College, Kingston, founded in 1876. Red and white had been colours of France and England since the Middle Ages and the national colours of Canada since 1921. The Union Jack is our official Royal Flag. The Canadian Red Ensign served as the Canadian flag for about 100 years. The provinces and territories also have flags that embody their distinct traditions.

17. What is Canada’s official summer sport?

  • Soccer
  • Basketball
  • Baseball
  • Lacrosse

Canadian football is the second most popular sport (see page 49). Curling, an ice game introduced by Scottish pioneers, is popular. Lacrosse, an ancient sport first played by Aboriginals, is the official summer sport. Soccer has the most registered players of any game in Canada

18. Why did Canada adopt an official coat of arms and a national motto?

  • As a direct request from the Queen of England
  • To imitate the United States
  • As an expression of imperialism after the First World War
  • As an expression of national pride after the First World War

As an expression of national pride after the First World War, Canada adopted an official coat of arms and a national motto, A Mari Usque Ad Mare, which in Latin means “from sea to sea.” The arms contain symbols of England, France, Scotland and Ireland as well as red maple leaves. Today the arms can be seen on dollar bills, government documents and public buildings.

Quiz 9-3

1. When was O Canada declared the National anthem?

  • 1980
  • 1822
  • 1920
  • 1805

2. Since when have red and white been the national colors of Canada?

  • 1892
  • 1921
  • 1965
  • 1949

3. When was Ice Hockey invented?

  • 1700s
  • 1500s
  • 1800s
  • 1900s

4. In Canada, you can question the police about their service or conduct if you feel the need.

  • False
  • True

5. In the Canadian justice system, what is "due process"?

  • The principle that the government has its own process when dealing with criminals
  • The principle that the government must respect all of legal rights a person is entitled to under the law
  • The principle that the government must complete a particular judicial process before convicting anyone
  • The principle that the government must respect certain legal rights a person is entitled under the law

6. On what is Canada’s legal system based?

  • Democratic principles and due process
  • The rule of law and freedom under the law
  • The rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process
  • The rule of law

7. In Canada, what does the Crown symbolize?

  • The government, including Parliament, the legislatures, the courts, police services and the Canadian Forces
  • The RCMP
  • The government
  • The Queen

8. When were the Parliament buildings completed?

  • In the 1860s
  • In the 1780s
  • In the 1920s
  • In the 1820s

9. In which of the following situations can you not ask the police for help?

  • There has been an accident
  • Your water pipes are leaking
  • Someone has stolen something from you
  • You are a victim of assault

10. Since when has Canada been a constitutional monarchy?

  • 1867
  • 1667
  • 1767
  • 1849

11. When was the Official Languages Act passed?

  • 1969
  • 1949
  • 1941
  • 1869

12. What do Canadians celebrate on Victoria Day?

  • The Birth of Christ
  • The Sovereign's birthday
  • The sacrifices of Canadian veterans and brave fallen in all wars
  • The Canadian Victory in the war of 1812 against the United States

13. Where does the red-white-red pattern on the Canadian flag come from?

  • The British Flag
  • The Royal Military College in Kingston
  • The Royal Military College in Quebec
  • The French flag

14. When did King Charles III become King?

  • 2021
  • 1988
  • 2022
  • 1654

15. When was the modern Canadian Flag first raised?

  • 1965
  • 1855
  • 1999
  • 1865

16. Who are Anglophones?

  • French speakers in Canada
  • Members of the Anglican Church
  • Native Indian People
  • People who speak English

17. What does the lily flower ("fleur-de-lys") symbolize?

  • English Royalty
  • Canadian Armed Forces
  • Canadian Peace Act with the First Nations
  • French Royalty

Quiz 10-1

1. How much of Canadian exports are destined for the U.S.A.?

  • Over one-third
  • Over three-quarters
  • Two-third
  • Half

2. Which of the following statements is false about the Canada-U.S.A. relationship?

  • Canada exports almost no goods to the U.S.A.
  • They have the biggest bilateral trading relationship in the world
  • Millions of Canadians and Americans cross every year the Canada-U.S.A. border
  • They have the world's longest undefended border

3. When was the Free Trade agreement signed with the United States?

  • 1905
  • 1988
  • 1814
  • 1810

4. To which industries do forestry, fishing, agriculture, mining and energy belong to?

  • Service industries
  • Trading Industries
  • Manufacturing industries
  • Natural resources industries

5. What is Canada’s second most popular sport?

  • Ice hockey
  • Football
  • Basketball
  • Curling

6. Who is Canada’s largest international trading partner?

  • United States
  • Europe
  • Mexico
  • China

7. Which industries have played an important part in Canada’s story and development?

  • Manufacturing industries
  • Natural resources industries
  • Trading industries
  • Service industries

8. Where are the names of soldiers, sailors and airmen, who died serving Canada in wars or while on duty, written?

  • The Centre Block
  • The Memorial Chamber
  • The Library
  • The Peace Arch

9. How much merchandise trade was involved within NAFTA in 2008?

  • Over $100 trillion
  • About $500 billion
  • Over $1 trillion
  • About $100 billion

10. Canada’s economy is among the top:

  • 5
  • 10
  • 20
  • 3

11. To which industries do transportation, education, health care, construction, banking, communications, retail services, tourism and government belong to?

  • Manufacturing industries
  • Natural resources industries
  • Trading Industries
  • Service industries

12. Who first adopted the maple leaf as a symbol in Canada?

  • Irish
  • French-Canadians
  • Metis
  • English

13. What is traditionally known as "the world’s longest undefended border"?

  • Mexico-U.S.A border
  • Canada-U.S.A border
  • Both Canadian Atlantic and Pacific coasts
  • The Great Wall of China

14. When do Canadians celebrate Victoria Day?

  • Monday preceding June 25th
  • Tuesday preceding May 25th
  • Tuesday preceding June 25th
  • Monday preceding May 25th

15. Which animal is an official symbol of Canada?

  • The beaver
  • The moose
  • The bear
  • The eagle

16. When do Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving?

  • Second Monday of November
  • Second Tuesday of October
  • Second Monday of October
  • Third Monday of October

17. To which industries do products such as paper, high technology equipment, aerospace technology, automobiles, machinery, food and clothing belong to?

  • Trading Industries
  • Natural resources industries
  • Service industries
  • Manufacturing industries

18. What is the G8?

  • A group of 8 famous Canadian artists
  • The group of 8 Fathers of Confederation
  • The 8 countries involved in NAFTA
  • A group of 8 leading industrialized countries

19. Who are Francophones?

  • People that migrated from from France
  • People born in England
  • Native American People
  • People who speak French as a first language

20. When was ice hockey developed in Canada?

  • In the 1900s
  • In the 1800s
  • In the 1600s
  • In the 1700s

Quiz 11-1

1. Which of the following are Prairie Provinces?

  • Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan
  • Saskatchewan, Alberta and Nova Scotia
  • Ontario, Manitoba and Alberta
  • Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta

2. Where is the world-famous Lake Louise?

  • Appalachian Mountains
  • Selkirk Mountains
  • Rocky Mountains
  • Interior Mountains

3. In Canada, where can you find the world’s highest tides?

  • British Columbia
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Quebec
  • Nova Scotia

4. Which of the following provinces/territories borders the Arctic Ocean?

  • Nunavut
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Manitoba
  • Ontario

5. Which province has the most extensive park system in Canada?

  • Yukon
  • Quebec
  • British Columbia
  • Ontario

6. In Canada, where can you find Celtic and Gaelic traditions?

  • Prince Edward Island
  • Nova Scotia
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Saskatchewan

7. Which province has 40% of the arable land in Canada?

  • New Brunswick
  • Saskatchewan
  • Yukon
  • Manitoba

8. Where is the largest east coast port located in Canada?

  • St. John's
  • Fredericton
  • Charlottetown
  • Halifax

9. Which of the following is the home to the training academy of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP)?

  • Edmonton
  • Winnipeg
  • Saskatoon
  • Regina

10. Which of the following does not border Quebec?

  • Ontario
  • Atlantic Ocean
  • Nova Scotia
  • New Brunswick

11. Where are more than three quarters of all Canadian manufactured goods produced?

  • Quebec
  • Ontario and Manitoba
  • Quebec and Ontario
  • Ontario

12. Which provinces have some of the most fertile farmlands in the world?

  • Manitoba, Ontario and Quebec
  • Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
  • British Columbia, Alberta and the Yukon
  • Ontario, Quebec and New Brunswick

13. What is the NAFTA agreement?

  • Free trade between Canada, the Europe and Mexico
  • Free trade between Canada, the United States and the United Kingdom
  • Free trade between Canada, the United States and Europe
  • Free trade between Canada, the United States and Mexico

14. Who chose Ottawa as the capital of Canada?

  • Queen Elizabeth I
  • Queen Elizabeth II
  • Queen Victoria
  • Queen Anne

15. Which province has its own time zone?

  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Nunavut
  • Yukon

16. What are the main goods produced in British Columbia?

  • Fishing products
  • Auto industry products
  • Farming products
  • Forestry products

17. Which province has the largest Aboriginal population in Canada?

  • Ontario
  • Manitoba
  • New Brunswick
  • Saskatchewan

18. What animal is a symbol of Canada’s North?

  • The beaver
  • The moose
  • The caribou
  • The polar bear

19. Which of the following is Canada’s second largest city?

  • Ottawa
  • Toronto
  • Montreal
  • Vancouver

20. Which of the following provinces/territories does not border the U.S.A.?

  • Alberta
  • Quebec
  • Nunavut
  • British Columbia

Quiz 11-2

1. How many national parks does Alberta have?

  • Five
  • Ten
  • One
  • Three

2. What is the capital of Newfoundland and Labrador?

  • Halifax
  • St. John's
  • Charlottetown
  • Fredericton

3. What is the capital of Manitoba?

  • Regina
  • Winnipeg
  • Edmonton
  • Calgary

4. In Nunavut, beside English, which other language is also an official language and first language in schools?

  • French
  • Inuktitut
  • Metis
  • Acadian

5. What is the capital of British Columbia?

  • Edmonton
  • Calgary
  • Victoria
  • Vancouver

6. What is Canada’s smallest province?

  • Saskatchewan
  • Nova Scotia
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Nunavut

7. In Canada, where can you find one of the longest continuous multispan bridges in the world?

  • Quebec
  • Ontario
  • Nova Scotia
  • Prince Edward Island

8. What is known as the birthplace of Confederation?

  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • Nova Scotia
  • Prince Edward Island

9. What is the capital of Nova Scotia?

  • St. John's
  • Halifax
  • Fredericton
  • Charlottetown

10. What is the capital of Alberta?

  • Red Deer
  • Regina
  • Edmonton
  • Calgary

11. What is the capital of New Brunswick?

  • Regina
  • Fredericton
  • Halifax
  • Winnipeg

12. How many of the Great Lakes are located between Ontario and the United States?

  • Two
  • Five
  • Three
  • Four

13. What is Canada’s second largest, mainly French-speaking city in the world, after Paris?

  • Ottawa
  • Halifax
  • Montreal
  • Quebec City

14. In terms of size, how does Ottawa’s metropolitan area rank in Canada?

  • Third largest metropolitan area
  • Fourth largest metropolitan area
  • Largest metropolitan area
  • Second largest metropolitan area

15. For what is Lake Superior known?

  • Deepest lake in the world
  • Largest fresh water lake in the world
  • Largest fresh water fishing industry in the world
  • Largest dam in the world

16. In Quebec, how many people speak French as their first language?

  • 1
  • Less than half
  • About one-third
  • More than three-quarters

17. In terms of size, how does Canada rank?

  • Second largest country on earth
  • First largest country on earth
  • Third largest country on earth
  • Fourth largest country on earth

18. How many provinces and territories are there in Canada?

  • Ten provinces and three territories
  • Eight provinces and five territories
  • Ten provinces and four territories
  • Nine provinces and three territories

19. In Canada, where do more than half of the people live?

  • West Coast
  • Central Canada
  • Atlantic provinces
  • Prairie provinces

20. What is Canada’s national capital?

  • Toronto
  • Montreal
  • Vancouver
  • Ottawa

Quiz 11-3

1. What is the capital of Saskatchewan?

  • Saskatoon
  • Edmonton
  • Winnipeg
  • Regina

2. What is the population of Canada?

  • About 18 million people
  • About 34 million people
  • About 68 million people
  • About 42 million people

3. What is the most easterly point in North America?

  • New Brunswick
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Nova Scotia

4. Which of the following does not border Ontario?

  • Nova Scotia
  • Hudson Bay
  • Manitoba
  • Quebec

5. Which of the following does not border Nunavut?

  • Manitoba
  • Arctic Ocean
  • Ontario
  • Northwest Territories

6. What is the capital of Prince Edward Island?

  • St. John's
  • Charlottetown
  • Fredericton
  • Halifax

7. What is the capital of Nunavut?

  • Inuit
  • Edmonton
  • Iqaluit
  • Yellowknife

8. Which of the following borders Nova Scotia?

  • Prince Edward Island
  • New Brunswick
  • Ontario
  • Quebec

9. Which of the following does not border British Columbia?

  • Yukon
  • Saskatchewan
  • Northwest Territories
  • Alberta

10. What is the capital of Quebec?

  • Chicoutimi
  • Quebec City
  • Saint-Jean
  • Montreal

11. Which of the following defines Central Canada?

  • Ontario and Saskatchewan
  • Quebec and Ontario
  • Manitoba and Saskatchewan
  • Quebec and Manitoba

12. What is the oldest colony of the British Empire?

  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Nova Scotia
  • New Brunswick

13. Which of the following does not border Manitoba?

  • Ontario
  • Saskatchewan
  • U.S.A.
  • Quebec

14. What is the capital of the Northwest Territories?

  • Iqaluit
  • Yellowknife
  • Whitehorse
  • Edmonton

15. Which of the following defines Northern Canada?

  • Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Newfoundland
  • Nunavut and Northwest Territories
  • Northwest Territories and Yukon
  • Nunavut, Northwest Territories and Yukon

16. What is the name of the Canadian river that represents the second-longest river system in North America?

  • Mackenzie River
  • St Lawrence River
  • The Columbia River
  • Yukon River

17. Which of the following does not border New Brunswick?

  • Prince Edward Island
  • Atlantic Ocean
  • Nova Scotia
  • Quebec

Undecisive. Chatgpt response. No, Prince Edward Island (PEI) does not share a land border with New Brunswick. PEI is an island province located in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, and it is separated from the mainland by the Northumberland Strait. New Brunswick is a neighboring province to the west of PEI, and you would need to cross the Confederation Bridge or take a ferry to travel between the two provinces.

18. Which of the following borders Prince Edward Island?

  • Nova Scotia
  • Quebec
  • Atlantic Ocean
  • New Brunswick

Undecisive. Chatgpt response. Yes, Prince Edward Island (PEI) is an island province in Canada that is surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean. It is situated in the Gulf of St. Lawrence, which is part of the larger Atlantic Ocean. PEI's coastline is characterized by numerous beaches and coastal areas along the Atlantic Ocean, making it a popular destination for beachgoers and tourists.

19. Which of the following does not border Alberta?

  • Saskatchewan
  • Northwest Territories
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba

20. What is the capital of the Yukon?

  • Whitehorse
  • Yellowknife
  • Edmonton
  • Iqaluit

Quiz 11-4

1. Where is the highest mountain in Canada located?

  • Yukon
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Northwest Territories

2. What represents a significant part of the economy of the Yukon?

  • Fishing
  • Trapping
  • Mining
  • Hunting

3. Which of the following provinces/territories borders the Pacific Ocean?

  • Alberta
  • British Columbia
  • Quebec
  • Northwest Territories

4. Which of the following does not border Saskatchewan?

  • U.S.A.
  • Alberta
  • Manitoba
  • British Columbia

5. Where are the Great Lakes located?

  • Between Manitoba and the United States
  • Between Ontario and the United States
  • Between Quebec and the United States
  • Between Ontario and Quebec

6. Which of the following is the largest fresh water lake in the world?

  • Lake Erie
  • Lake Ontario
  • Lake Huron
  • Lake Superior

7. Which of the following is Canada’s Asia-Pacific gateway?

  • British Colombia
  • Nova Scotia
  • Alberta
  • Yukon

8. When was Ottawa chosen as the capital of Canada?

  • 1657
  • 1957
  • 1857
  • 1757

9. Where is Western Canada’s largest Francophone community?

  • Alberta
  • Manitoba
  • Saskatchewan
  • British Columbia

10. Which of the following is Canada’s largest and busiest port?

  • St. John's
  • Vancouver
  • Halifax
  • Toronto

11. Where do one-third of Canadians live?

  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • British Colombia
  • Nova Scotia

12. Which of the following provinces/territories does not border Hudson Bay?

  • Northwest Territories
  • Nunavut
  • Manitoba
  • Ontario

13. Which of the following does not border the Yukon?

  • British Columbia
  • Arctic Ocean
  • Northwest Territories
  • Alberta

14. Where is Canada’s largest naval base?

  • Vancouver
  • Nova Scotia
  • Ontario
  • New Brunswick

15. When was the Yukon Gold Rush?

  • In the 1940s
  • In the 1920s
  • In the 1890s
  • In the 1790s

16. Where do the majority of Canadians live?

  • In cities
  • Along the East Coast
  • In small towns
  • In rural areas

17. Which of the following does not border the Northwest Territories?

  • Nunavut
  • Alberta
  • Yukon
  • Ontario

18. Which of the following provinces/territories borders with the Atlantic Ocean?

  • Saskatchewan
  • British Columbia
  • Alberta
  • Newfoundland and Labrador

19. Which of the following is Canada’s main financial centre and largest city?

  • Toronto
  • Ottawa
  • Montreal
  • Vancouver

20. Where is the headquarters of the Canadian Navy’s Pacific fleet?

  • Seattle
  • Victoria
  • Vancouver
  • Nanaimo

Quiz 11-5

1. Which of the following are Atlantic Provinces?

  • Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick and Quebec
  • Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island
  • Ontario, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Labrador
  • Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Quebec

2. Which of the following borders Newfoundland and Labrador?

  • Nova Scotia
  • Quebec
  • Ontario
  • New Brunswick

3. In what area do Canadians mostly work nowadays?

  • Natural resources industries
  • Service Industries
  • Farming industries
  • Manufacturing industries

4. Who is Mount Logan, the highest mountain in Canada, named in honour of?

  • Sir William Logan, a world-famous navy officer
  • Sir William Logan, a world-famous pioneer
  • Sir William Logan, a world-famous mountain climber
  • Sir William Logan, a world-famous geologist

5. Which province is the only officially bilingual province?

  • Nova Scotia
  • New Brunswick
  • Ontario
  • Quebec

6. What does "Nunavut" mean?

  • The land of the midnight sun
  • Our country
  • "Our land"
  • Our village

7. Which industries make products to sell in Canada and around the world?

  • Manufacturing industries
  • Trading Industries
  • Service industries
  • Natural resources industries

8. Which two of the following are Great Lakes?

  • Lake Hudson and Lake Erie
  • Lake Superior and Lake Lawrence
  • Lake Hudson and Lake Michigan
  • Lake Ontario and Lake Erie

9. Which province has the world’s richest deposits of uranium and potash?

  • Saskatchewan
  • Manitoba
  • Alberta
  • Ontario

10. Which province has long been known for its fisheries, coastal fishing villages and distinct culture?

  • New Brunswick
  • Nova Scotia
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
  • British Columbia

11. Which are the Prairie provinces?

  • Manitoba and Saskatchewan
  • Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
  • Saskatchewan, Ontario and Alberta
  • Manitoba and Alberta

12. Which of the following symbolizes the close ties and common interests of Canada and the U.S.A.?

  • The Peace Tower
  • The Stanley Cup
  • The Peace Arch
  • The Statue of Liberty

13. What is Canada’s most westerly province?

  • British Columbia
  • Alberta
  • Alaska
  • Yukon

14. Which region contains one-third of Canada’s land mass?

  • The Atlantic Provinces
  • The Prairie Provinces
  • Central Canada
  • The Northern Territories

15. Which Canadian city is called the "diamond capital of North America"?

  • Edmonton
  • Calgary
  • Whitehorse
  • Yellowknife

16. What does P.E.I. stand for?

  • Prince Edgar Island
  • Prince Edward Island
  • Port Edward Island
  • Prince Edmond Island

17. In what year did Canada enact free trade with the United States?

  • 1998
  • 1988
  • 1892
  • 1979

18. What does "NAFTA" mean?

  • North American Forced Trade Agreement
  • North American Free Treasury Agreement
  • North American Free Trade Agreement
  • National Armed Forces Treaty Agreement

19. Which city is the principal Francophone Acadian centre in Canada?

  • Montreal
  • Moncton
  • Quebec City
  • Charlottetown

20. What are Canada’s main types of industries?

  • Service, fishing and natural resources
  • Service, manufacturing and natural resources
  • Farming and fishing
  • Tourism and natural resources

Quiz 11-6

1. Which oceans line Canada’s frontiers?

  • Atlantic Ocean and Pacific Ocean
  • Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and Arctic Ocean
  • Pacific Ocean, Atlantic Ocean and Southern Ocean
  • Pacific Ocean and Arctic Ocean

2. Which part of Canada is sometimes called the "Land of the Midnight Sun"?

  • Central Canada
  • The South
  • The North
  • The East

3. What are the Canadian Rangers?

  • The part of the Canadian Forces Reserves overlooking Canada's vast North
  • The Canadian Northern mountain range
  • The first pioneers of the North
  • The Northern Divison of the RCMP

4. Which province is Canada’s largest producer of hydroelectricity?

  • Ontario
  • British Columbia
  • Quebec
  • Manitoba

5. Which province is Canada’s main producer of pulp and paper?

  • British Columbia
  • Ontario
  • New Brunswick
  • Quebec

6. Which province hosts the vast cattle ranches that make Canada one of the world’s major beef producers?

  • Alberta
  • Ontario
  • British Columbia
  • Manitoba

7. Which province is Canada’s major producer of oil and gas?

  • Ontario
  • Manitoba
  • Alberta
  • British Columbia

8. What are the regions of Canada?

  • Atlantic Provinces, Central Canada, Prairie Provinces, and West Coast
  • South Provinces, Northern Canada, West Provinces, East Provinces, and Central Territories
  • Atlantic Provinces, Central Canada, Prairie Provinces, West Coast and Northern Territories
  • Ontario, Quebec, Prairie Provinces and Central Canada

9. Which country lies on Canada’s southern border?

  • Mexico
  • Central America
  • U.S.A.
  • Washington

10. Why is the North sometimes called the "Land of the Midnight Sun"?

  • Daylight can last up to 24 hours in spring
  • Daylight can last up to 24 hours in winter
  • Daylight can last up to 24 hours in summer
  • Daylight can last up to 24 hours in fall

11. Who represents the majority population in Nunavut?

  • Metis
  • Inuit
  • Acadian
  • First Nations

12. Which city is the headquarters of the Canadian mining industry?

  • Winnipeg
  • Vancouver
  • Saskatoon
  • Edmonton

13. Which province has the second largest river system on North America’s Atlantic coastline?

  • Quebec
  • New Brunswick
  • Nova Scotia
  • Newfoundland and Labrador

14. What is "La Francophonie"?

  • A region in Quebec
  • A French-Canadian political party
  • A traditional French music
  • An association of French-speaking nations

15. Which province is Canada’s largest producer of grains and oilseeds?

  • Saskatchewan
  • Ontario
  • New Brunswick
  • Manitoba

16. Which province was once known as the "breadbasket of the world" and, the "wheat province"?

  • Manitoba
  • Saskatchewan
  • New Brunswick
  • Ontario

17. Which province or territory holds the record for the coldest temperature ever recorded in Canada (-63 C)?

  • Alberta
  • Ontario
  • Nunavut
  • Yukon

18. Which following countries are part of the G8?

  • United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, France, Japan, Canada and Russia
  • United States, the United Kingdom, Japan, Canada, Australia, Russia, France and China
  • United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Japan, Canada, Russia, France and China
  • United States, Germany, the United Kingdom, Italy, France, Canada, China and Russia
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