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Citizen Quiz 2
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Question 1 |
Why was the Canadian Pacific Railway built?
It was built because Ottawa promised to build it when British Columbia agreed to join Canada. | |
It was built so that immigrants could settle in Central Canada. | |
It was built so British Columbia could handle the trade of goods worth billions of dollars all around the world | |
It was built to provide a spectacular tourist excursion across precipitous passes and bridges |
Question 2 |
What is the main advantage of the NAFTA agreement?
Free trade between Canada and China | |
Free trade among Canada, the USA, and Mexico | |
Free trade between Canada and Japan | |
Free trade among Canada, the USA, and the UK |
Question 3 |
What is the voting procedure in Canada?
Voting is completed by Secret Ballots | |
Voting is completed by Open Ballots | |
Voting is completed by all of the methods | |
Voting is completed On-line |
Question 4 |
Who is awarded the honour of Victoria Cross?
Only Police officers who have died in the line of duty | |
The Canadian who has been elected Best Innovator of the Year | |
Only Canadian politicians | |
A Canadian showing great bravery or self-sacrifice |
Question 5 |
Miriam is a new immigrant in Canada. What law allows her to take up any job at par with a man?
Equal rights for men and women | |
Woman’s liberation rights | |
Woman’s superiority rights | |
New immigrant rights |
Question 6 |
What is a part of our heritage under the Canadian legal system?
Freedom under law | |
Rule of law | |
Democratic principles and due process | |
All of these |
Question 7 |
What does Confederation mean?
It is the joining of communities to become a province | |
It is the time when United States Confederate soldiers came to invade Canada | |
It is the joining of provinces to make a new country | |
It is the joining of suburbs to form a large city |
Question 8 |
Which of the following best describes the role of the Queen in Canada?
To make important decisions about how the country is governed | |
To focus on citizenship and allegiance, be a symbol of Canadian sovereignty, and a guardian of constitutional freedoms | |
To run the federal government departments | |
To peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals |
Question 9 |
Which of the following are Prairie Provinces?
Manitoba, Ontario, and Alberta | |
Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Alberta | |
Quebec, Saskatchewan, and Alberta | |
Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and Yukon |
Question 10 |
Why is British Columbia known as Canada's Pacific Gateway?
It provides a spectacular tourist excursion across precipitous passes and bridges. | |
British Columbia is the largest producer of oil and gas. | |
It is the oldest colony of the British Empire and a strategic prize in Canada's early history. | |
The Port of Vancouver handles billions of dollars in goods traded around the world. |
Question 11 |
What does the Canadian Crown symbolize?
The Crown symbolizes that Canada is a constitutional monarchy. | |
The Crown symbolizes the RCMP, the national police force of Canada. | |
The Crown symbolizes England, France, Scotland, and Ireland. | |
The Crown symbolizes the motto A Mari Usque Ad Mare. |
Question 12 |
Why is the War of 1812 significant to Canada?
North America was divided by the war. | |
More than 600,000 Canadians served in the war. | |
The war ensured that Canada would remain independent of the United States. | |
More than two-thirds of Acadians were deported from their homeland because of the war. |
Question 13 |
Why is the Battle of Vimy Ridge important to Canadians?
The valour and bravery of Canadian soldiers brought about a fantastic victory. | |
Canadians took part in the liberation of Italy in 1943-1944. | |
Japan surrendered in 1945 - the end of four years of war in the Pacific. | |
The Royal Canadian Military saw its finest hour in the battle. |
Question 14 |
What do Canadians remember on Remembrance Day?
The Canadian victory in World War I | |
Sacrifices made by Canadian veterans and brave soldiers in wars | |
The Canadian victory in the Battle of Vimy Ridge | |
The Canadian victory in World War II |
Question 15 |
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Canadian citizens?
Taking responsibility for oneself and one's family | |
Learning to speak both official languages | |
Voting in elections | |
Obeying the law |
Question 16 |
Which of the following are the two fundamental freedoms under Canadian law?
Freedom of speech and freedom of mobility | |
Freedom of speech and freedom of religion | |
Freedom to work anywhere and freedom of religion | |
Freedom to buy a house and freedom of religion |
Question 17 |
Why is trade with other countries important to Canada?
It is important because French and Aboriginal people collaborated with Canada in the vast fur-trade economy. | |
It is important because trade with other countries changed the way of life of the native peoples of Canada. | |
It is important because Canada is a member of the World Trade Organization. | |
It is important because trade brings prosperity and enables Canadians to enjoy one of the world's highest standards of living. |
Question 18 |
What is the meaning of constitutional monarchy?
A constitutional monarchy is a form of government in which a Monarch makes every decision regarding the way the country is ruled. | |
A constitutional monarchy is a form of government based on freedom of association | |
A constitutional monarchy is a form of government based on the principals of freedom of conscience and religion | |
A constitutional monarchy is a form of government which is headed by a hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King), who reigns in accordance with the Constitution |
Question 19 |
How are the Members of Parliament chosen?
They are elected by voters in their local constituency (riding) | |
They are appointed by the Prime Minister | |
They are elected by landowners and police chiefs | |
They are chosen by the provincial Premiers |
Question 20 |
In Federal elections, which of the following are elected?
Members of Parliament | |
The Premier | |
Senator | |
The Prime Minister |
Question 21 |
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins with which words?
Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law… | |
O Canada! Our home and native land! | |
Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada. | |
The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights or freedom of Aboriginal people. |
Question 22 |
Which eastern province in Canada has its own time zone?
Alberta | |
Nova Scotia | |
Prince Edward Island | |
Newfoundland & Labrador |
Question 23 |
Which Canadian province has the largest population?
Alberta | |
Quebec | |
Ontario | |
Nova Scotia |
Question 24 |
What are the three parts of Parliament?
Sovereign, Police, and Senate | |
Sovereign, House of Commons, and MPs | |
Sovereign, House of Commons, and Senate | |
Premier, House of Commons, and Senate |
Question 25 |
What is the role of the opposition parties?
To run the federal government departments | |
To peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals | |
To make important decisions about how the country is governed | |
To run the government as long as they have the support or confidence of the majority of the MPs |
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