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