1. What are the three group of nations that are considered founding peoples for Canada ?
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Metis, British, French
Metis, Americans, British
French, British, Aboriginals
Aboriginals, Americans, British
2. What is the difference between the role of the Sovereign (Queen) and that of the Prime Minister?
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The Sovereign is Head of State, the Prime Minister oversees provincial policies.
The Sovereign is the guardian of Constitutional freedoms, the Prime Minister selects the Cabinet ministers and is responsible for operations and policy of government.
The Sovereign links Canada to 52 other nations and the Prime Minister is the guardian of Constitutional freedoms.
The Sovereign is the symbol of Canadian sovereignty and the Prime Minister is her aide.
3. How many Territories are there in Canada ?
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7
13
10
3
4. What of the following is Canada's constitution based on
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Peace, Order and Good government
Multiculturalism. Peace and Order
War, Order and Good government
Mobility Rights, Order and Good government
5. What is the capital city of Canada?
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Ottawa
Montreal
Toronto
Quebec
6. Why did early explorers first come to Atlantic Canada?
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To look for new mines
To fish and trade with First Nations people
To run away from religious persecution
To build immigration sites for settlers
7. What is the final step before a bill becomes a law?
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Approved by the Governor General.
Approved by the Queen.
Approved by all the Senators.
Approved by the Governors.
8. What is the capital city of Prince Edward Island?
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Kingston
Alberton
Charlottetown
Cornwall
9. Name the battle which United States lost near Niagara Falls, in the War of 1812. Hint: Sir Isaac Brock, Governor of Upper Canada and Commander-in-Chief, was killed in the battle.
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Plains of Abraham
Niagara Falls
Queenston Heights
Independence
10. Under Canadian law, why is everybody presumed to be innocent until proven guilty?
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No person or group is above the law
To guarantee the due process under the law
Men and women are equal under the law
Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression
11. What are the three parts of Parliament?
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The House of Commons, the Legislative Assembly and the Senate.
The Governor General, the Legislative Assembly and the Senate.
The Queen, the House of Commons and the Senate.
The Queen, Governor General and Prime Minister.
12. When did the name Canada begin first appearing on maps?
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1880
1920
1550
1760
13. What do the initials MP stand for in Canadian politics?
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Member of Parliament.
Master of the Province
Member of the Patriots
Minister of Parliament.
14. What do you call a law before it is passed?
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A proposal of a law
A new law.
A bill.
A proposed law
15. Which year is associated by many with Québec's "Quiet Revolution," a period of social, political and cultural change.
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1840
1960
1980
1970
16. What year women got the right to vote in Federal election?
Select One:
1919
1917
1918
1916
17. Which country is Canada's major trade partner for energy products?
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UK
China
United States
Asia
18. What unique art form was developed by First Nations people on the West Coast?
Select One:
Paintings
Totem poles
Kayaks
Sculptures
19. Who is Canada's Head of State?
Select One:
A hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King).
Prime Minister
Members of parliament
Governor General of Canada.
20. Which city provides important shipping and air links across the Pacific Ocean?
Select One:
Vancouver
Edmonton
Victoria
Calgary