Part 1 Flashcards
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What is the highest court in Canada?
The Supreme Court.
Which of the following is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty?
The Queen.
Which body has the power to amend the Constitution of Canada?
The Parliament of Canada.
What does “peace, order, and good government” refer to in Canada?
The principles underlying the Canadian Constitution.
What does the Canadian Constitution recognize and affirm regarding Aboriginal peoples?
Their treaty rights and Aboriginal rights.
Who is the Head of State in Canada?
The Sovereign (Queen or King).
Which region is known as the “breadbasket” of Canada?
Prairie Provinces.
Who was the first woman Prime Minister of Canada?
Kim Campbell.
What is Canada’s national sport?
Ice Hockey (winter sport) and Lacrosse (summer sport).
What does the term “responsible government” mean?
Government ministers must resign if they lose a confidence vote in the elected assembly.
What is the population of Canada’s Indigenous peoples?
2.2 million.
Which year did Canada achieve full sovereignty from the United Kingdom?
1982.
What is the role of the Prime Minister?
Head of Government.
What is the capital city of Canada?
Ottawa.
Who are the Métis?
People of mixed Aboriginal and European descent.
Which province in Canada is known for its significant Acadian population?
New Brunswick.
What is the significance of the Magna Carta in Canadian law?
It is the foundation of the rule of law and individual rights.
What does the Canadian motto “A Mari Usque Ad Mare” mean?
From Sea to Sea.
Which province has the largest population?
Ontario.
Which Act started Canada on the path to Confederation?
The British North America Act, 1867.
When did Canada become a country?
1867
What is the significance of Vimy Ridge to Canadians?
It represents a historic military victory during WWI.
Which province is the only officially bilingual province?
New Brunswick.
What is the population of Canada approximately?
37 million
Which level of government is responsible for education?
Provincial.
Which of the following is a fundamental freedom under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
Freedom of the press
What are the responsibilities of Canadian citizens?
Obeying the law, serving on a jury, and helping others in the community.
What are the three parts of Parliament?
The Senate, the House of Commons, and the Governor General.
What is the largest religious affiliation in Canada?
Catholic.
Who was Canada’s first Prime Minister?
Sir John A. Macdonald.
What is the role of the Governor General?
Represents the Sovereign in Canada.
What is Canada’s system of government?
Constitutional monarchy, federal state, parliamentary democracy.
When is Canada Day celebrated?
July 1st.
Which document outlines the rights and responsibilities of Canadian citizens?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Who were the first inhabitants of Canada?
Aboriginal peoples.
What are the two official languages of Canada?
English and French.
What is the Oath of Citizenship?
An affirmation of loyalty to the Queen of Canada.
