General Flashcards

1
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What is “La Francophonie”?

A

An international association of French-speaking countries.

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2
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Where do the majority of Canadians live?

A

In cities.

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3
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What is the first line of Canada’s national anthem?

A

O Canada! Our home and native land!

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4
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In what industry do most Canadians work?

A

Service.

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5
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What are the three main types of industry in Canada?

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Natural resources, manufacturing and services.

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6
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What does the Canadian flag look like?

A

White with a red border on each end and a red maple leaf in the centre.

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7
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What is the largest religious affiliation in Canada?

A

Catholic.

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8
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What is the name of the Royal Anthem of Canada?

A

God Save the Queen (or King)

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9
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What percent of Aboriginal people are First Nations?

A

65%

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10
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what should you do if you do not receive a voter information card telling you when and where to vote?

A

Call Elections Canada or visit their website

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11
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What song is Canada’s national anthem?

A

O Canada

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12
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What is Canada Day and what does it celebrate?

A

We celebrate the anniversary of Confederation July 1 of each year.

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13
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When is Remembrance Day celebrated?

A

November 11.

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14
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Which animal is an official symbol of Canada?

A

The beaver.

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15
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Who are the Quebecers?

A

People of Quebec

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16
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Canada Day

A

Celebrated on July 1 to commemorate the Canadian confederation.

17
Q

The Great Dominion

A

Another name for Canada

18
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What is “Unity in Diversity”?

A

The idea that people who live in Canada can have different cultural traditions and the country can still be united.

19
Q

Canadian Rangers

A

Another name for the Canadian Forces Reserves (militia). They help to protect the Arctic.

20
Q

What holiday is on January 11?

A

Sir John A. Mcdonald Day

21
Q

What holiday is on April 9?

A

Vimy Day, which commemorates the deaths and casualties of members of the Canadian Corps in the Battle of Vimy Ridge, which took place during the First World War.

22
Q

What holiday is the Monday before May 25?

A

Victoria Day

23
Q

What holiday is on June 24 in Quebec?

A

Fête nationale (Quebec)

24
Q

What national holiday is on the first Monday in September?

A

Labour Day

25
Q

What national holiday is on the second Monday in October?

A

Thanksgiving

26
Q

What national holiday is observed on November 11?

A

Remembrance Day

27
Q

What holiday is on November 20?

A

Sir Wilfrid Laurier Day

28
Q

What national holiday is on December 26?

A

Boxing Day