I compiled a file of over 200 questions using over 20 different internet resources when I prepared for my citizenship tests, and it helped my family and friends to successfully pass the citizenship test. I do not think that the geographical, history and political questions will change over the years.
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Canadian Citizenship Tests
1. Who’s who on Canadian Currency Notes?
a. On $ 5 Note- Sir Wilfrid Laurier - Canada's first francophone prime minister
b. On $10 Note - John A. Macdonald - Canada’s 1st Prime Minister and one of the dominant figures of Canadian Confederation
c. $20 Note – Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (Head of State for Canada since Feb 6 1952)
d. $100 Note - Sir Robert Laird Borden. – Canada’s 8th Prime Minister (p21 gave women rights to vote in federal elections)
2. What designs are on Canadian Currency Coins?
a. On 1 cent (Penny) – Branch of Maple Leaf
b. On 5 Cents (Nickel)– Beaver
c. On 25 Cents (Quarter) – Caribou
d. On 50 Cents (not commonly seen in day to day transactions)- Coat of arms of Canada
3. Three branches of Canadian government: Executive, Legislative, Judicial (courts) (help to secure the rights and freedoms of Canadians) p29
4. Why War 1812 happen between US and Canada? After the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte’s fleet in the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), the Royal Navy ruled the waves. The British Empire, which included Canada, fought to resist Bonaparte’s bid to dominate Europe. This led to American resentment at British interference with their shipping. Believing it would be easy to conquer Canada, the United States launched an invasion in June 1812. During the War of 1812 the Americans burned down the Parliament Buildings in York (now Toronto). The British and Canadians burned down the White House in Washington D.C.
5. Quebec is the largest producer of hydroelectricity, and pulp and paper
6. Why trade with other nations is important for Canada and Canadians? To maintain our high standard of living (Page 42 - Discover Canada)
7. The form of government in Canada is: Federal State, Parliamentary Democracy, Constitutional Monarchy
8. On the general election day, when you vote, you vote for: Member of Parliament for your constituency
9. The voter information card lists when and where you vote and the number to call if you require an interpreter or other special services.
10. What do you write on a ballot paper? Mark an “X” in the circle next to the name of the candidate of your choice.
11. Register of General Electors contains: List of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal election and referendums
12. Which part of Canada is sometimes called “Land of the Midnight Sun”? The Northern Territories
13. What is the significance of D-Day in our history? Canada with democratic allies attacked Normandy to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation. The Canadian Army liberated the Netherlands in 1944–45 and helped force the German surrender of May 8, 1945, bringing to an end six years of war in Europe. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15,000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army.
14. In order to defeat Nazism and Fascism, the Allies invaded Nazi-occupied Europe. Canadians took part in the liberation of Italy in 1943–44. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15,000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army. In the Second World War, the Canadians captured Juno Beach as part of the Allied invasion of Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944
15. Why do we celebrate Canada day on July 1?To celebrate formation of Confederation
16. What are some of the duties and responsibilities of Canadian citizen? Serve on jury, work, obey the law, take care of one’s family
17. What three oceans surround Canada? The Pacific Ocean in the west, the Atlantic Ocean in the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north
18. What are some of the sources of our rights and responsibilities: These come to us from our history, are secured by Canadian law, and reflect our shared traditions, identity, and values.
19. Our legal system is based on: Canada’s legal system is based on a heritage that includes the rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process. Due process is the principle that the government must respect all of legal rights a person is entitled to under the law. “Due Process” means that the government must respect all the legal rights a person is entitled to under the law
20. According to Official Languages Act of Canada (1969), the three main objectives are to establish equality between French and English in Parliament, the Government of Canada and institutions subject to the Act, to maintain and develop official-language minority communities in Canada, and to promote equality of French and English in Canadian society
21. What is the most popular winter spectator sport of Canada? Hockey
22. Responsibility of provinces: Federal: defence, foreign policy interprovincial trade and communications, currency, navigation, criminal law and citizenships; Provinces: municipal government, education, health, natural resources, property and civil rights, and highways; Federal and provincial governments share jurisdiction over agriculture and immigration
23. Responsibilities of Municipal Government: Municipalities are normally responsible for urban or regional planning, streets and roads, sanitation (such as garbage removal), snow removal, firefighting, ambulance and other emergency services, recreation facilities, public transit and some local health and social services. Most major urban centres have municipal police forces.
24. When Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) was completed on November 7, 1885, it: Provided a means for connecting eastern Canada with the west
25. What religion traditionally was in Canada? Christianity
26. What is requirement to vote in elections? P30 (a Canadian citizenship, at least 18 years old on voting day, and on the voters’ list)
27. You did not receive voter information card, call your local elections office to ensure that you are on the voters’ list. If you do not have the number, call Elections Canada, in Ottawa, at 1-800-463-6868.
28. Why British Columbia is called Pacific gateway? The Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and busiest; handles billions of dollars in goods traded around the world. Warm airstreams from the Pacific Ocean give the B.C. coast a temperate climate.
29. Which made confederation? Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Central Canada (Quebec & Ontario)
30. How governing Canada government at federal level? By elected Prime Minster
31. Where do Inuits mostly live? Arctic Region
32. Which Act granted first time legislative assemblies elected by people? The constitution Act, 1791 (The name Canada also became official at this time)
33. What is known as Official Summer sport of Canada? LaCrosse
34. What is known as Women's Suffrage Movement? Effort by Women to achieve right to Vote
35. Where did Quiet Revolution Occur? Quebec in 1960s
36. How many judges are in Supreme Court of Canada? 9
37. What is highest honour available to Canadians? The Victoria Cross (V.C.) is the highest honour available to Canadians and is awarded for the most conspicuous bravery, a daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice, or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy. The V.C. has been awarded to 96 Canadians since 1854
38. Which Province is having 40% of Arable land and is largest producer of Grains and Oilseeds? Saskatchewan (Also known as Breadbasket of the World and the Wheat Province)
39. What is meaning of Nunavat? Our land
40. Which city is known as "Diamond Capital of North America"? Yellowknife (capital of Northwest Territories)
41. What is the symbol of the State of Canada for 400 years? The Crown (is a symbol of government, including Parliament, the legislatures, the courts, police services and the Canadian Forces)
42. Give the first line of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law
43. Who are the Aboriginal peoples of Canada? The first people to live in Canada. Nowadays, they are: Indian(Firt Nations, 65%), the Inuit (means “the people” in the Inuktitut language, live in small, scattered communities across the Arctic, knowledge of the land, sea and wildlife, 30%), Metis (mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, majority live in the Prairie provinces, both French and English and own dialect, Michif, 4%)
44. What are the three main groups of Aboriginal peoples? First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
45. From who are the Métis descended? The Metis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English- speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.
46. Which group of Aboriginal peoples make up 85% of the population in the Nunavut? Inuit.
47. Why are the Aboriginal peoples of Canada working towards self-government? They are trying to regain control over decisions that affect their lives.
48. Where did the first European settlers in Canada come from? France
49. Which of the following is associated with the first permanent European settlement in what became Canada? French explorers Pierre de Monts and Samuel de Champlain
50. Why did early explorers first come to Atlantic Canada? To fish and trade with Aboriginal peoples.
51. What three industries helped early settlers build communities in the Atlantic region? Farming, fishing and shipbuilding.
52. Who were the United Empire Loyalists? Settlers who were loyal to the Crown, and came to Canada from the United States during the American Revolution.
53. When did the United Empire Loyalists come to Canada? A. 1775 to 1783
54. When did settlers from France first establish communities on the St. Lawrence River? early 1600s.
55. Which trade spread across Canada making it important to the economy for over 300 years? Fur trade.
56. What important trade did the Hudson Bay Company control? Fur (1670, King Charles II).
57. What did the government do to make immigration to western Canada much easier? Built a railway across the Prairies to the Pacific Coast
58. What does Confederation mean? Joining of provinces to make a new country.
59. What is the Canadian Constitution? A system of laws and conventions by which our country governs itself.
60. What year was Confederation? 1867.
61. When did the British North America Act come into effect? 1867.
62. Why is the British North America Act important in Canadian history? It made confederation legal.
63. Which was the last province to join Canada? Newfoundland and Labrador (1949)
64. Why is the Constitution Act of 1982 important in Canadian history? It allows Canada to change the Constitution without asking approval of the British Government.
65. What part of the Constitution legally protects the basic rights and freedoms of all Canadians? The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
66. When did the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms become part of the Canadian Constitution? 1982.
67. Who has the right to apply for a Canadian passport? Canadian citizens.
68. What does equality under the law mean? Being treated with equal dignity and respect, and having equal rights to speak out and express ideas.
69. What will you promise when you take the Oath of Citizenship? Pledge allegiance to the Queen, observe the laws of Canada and fulfill the duties of a Canadian.
70. What are the two official languages of Canada? English and French.
71. Where do most French-speaking Canadians live? Quebec.
72. Which province has the most bilingual Canadians? Quebec.
73. Which province is the only officially bilingual province? (New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province, and about one-third of the population lives and works in French)
74. What does the Canadian flag look like? White with a red border on each end and a red maple leaf in the centre.
75. What song is Canada’s national anthem? O Canada. (1980, first sung in Quebec City in 1880)
76. What are the first two lines of Canada’s national anthem? O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command.
77. Where does the name "Canada" come from? From "kanata", a First Nations word for village.
78. Which animal is an official symbol of Canada? The beaver.
79. What is the tower in the centre of the Parliament buildings called? Peace Tower (WWI).
80. What is the population of Canada? About 34 million.
81. What is the capital city of Canada? Ottawa.
82. Name all the provinces and territories and their capital cites. Newfoundland (St. John's), Nova Scotia (Halifax), New Brunswick (Fredericton), Prince Edward Island (Charlottetown), Ontario (Toronto), Quebec (Quebec City), Alberta (Edmonton), Saskatchewan (Regina), Manitoba (Winnipeg), British Columbia (Victoria), Yukon Territory (Whitehorse), Northwest Territories (Yellowknife), and Nunavut (Iqaluit).
83. Name the five regions of Canada Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast and North
84. Which region covers more than one-third of Canada? Northern Canada.
85. In which region do more than half of the people in Canada live? Central Canada.
86. One third of all Canadians live in which province? Ontario (more than 12 million)
87. Where are the Canadian Rockies? On the border between British Columbia and Alberta.
88. Where are the Great Lakes? Between Canada and the United States
89. Where are the Parliament Buildings located? Ottawa.
90. Which country borders Canada on the south? United States of America.
91. What are the Prairie provinces and their capital cities? Alberta (Edmonton), Saskatchewan (Regina) and Manitoba (Winnipeg).
92. Which province in Canada is the smallest in land size? Prince Edward Island.
93. What is a major river in Quebec? St. Lawrence River
94. On what date did Nunavut become a territory? April 1st, 1999
95. What are the three main types of industry in Canada? Natural resources, manufacturing and services.
96. In what industry do most Canadians work? Service.
97. What country is Canada’s largest trading partner? United States of America.
98. Which region is known as the industrial and manufacturing heartland of Canada? Central Canada.
99. Which region of Canada is known for both its fertile agricultural land and valuable energy resources? Prairie Provinces.
100. Who is Canada’s Head of State? Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
101. Who is the Queen’s representative in Canada? Governor General of Canada.
102. What is the name of the Governor General? David Lloyd Johnston
103. What do you call the Queen’s representative in the provinces? Lieutenant-Governor.
104. What is Canada’s system of government called? Parliamentary government. (Canada’s system of government: our country is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy)
105. What are the three parts of Parliament? The Queen, the House of Commons and the Senate.
106. Explain how the levels of government are different. Federal government takes major responsibility for matters that affect all of Canada; Provincial and territorial governments look after matters that affect all residents in the province; Municipal (or local) governments are responsible for local matters.
107. What do you call a law before it is passed? A Bill.
108. How are Members of Parliament chosen? Elected by Canadian citizens.
109. Who do Members of Parliament represent? Everyone who lives in his or her electoral district.
110. How does a bill become a law? Approval by a majority in the House of Commons and Senate and finally the Governor General. No bill can become law in Canada until it has been passed by both chambers and has received royal assent, granted by the Governor General on behalf of the Sovereign.
111. What are the three levels of government in Canada? Federal, Provincial/Territorial, Municipal or Local.
112. What is the government of all of Canada called? Federal.
113. How many electoral districts are there in Canada? 308.
114. In what electoral district do you live? Kingston and the Islands
115. When does an election have to be held according to the Constitution? Within 5 years of the last election.
116. Name all the federal political parties in the House of Commons and their leaders Conservative (Harper), NDP (Layton), Liberal (Ignatieff), Bloc Quebecois (Duceppe)
117. Which party becomes the Official Opposition? The party with the second most MPs.
118. What is the role of the Opposition parties? To oppose or try to improve government proposals.
119. Which party is the Official Opposition at the federal level? The New Democratic Party.
120. Name of the Prime Minister of Canada and his party? Stephen Harper (Conservative Party).
121. Name your member of Parliament and the party he or she belongs to. Hsu, Ted
122. What do political parties do? Share ideas about how government should work.
123. Who was Louis Riel? A Métis leader and the Father of Manitoba
124. Why is the battle of Vimy Ridge important to Canadians? It has come to symbolize Canada's coming of age as a nation. During the First World War, the Canadian Corps captured Vimy Ridge in April 1917, with 10,000 killed or wounded, securing the Canadians’ reputation for valour as the “shock troops of the British Empire.” One Canadian officer said: “It was Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific on parade… In those few minutes I witnessed the birth of a nation.” April 9 is celebrated as Vimy Day.
125. When was the Canadian Pacific Railway finished? Late 1800s. (on November 7, 1885)
126. What is a Cabinet Minister? Candidate picked by the Prime Minister.
127. What level of government passes "by-laws"? Municipal or local government.
128. Deportation of Acadians is also known as the Great Upheaval
129. Who were the commanders of the British and French armies at the battle of the Plains of Abraham? Brigadier James Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm
130. Donald Smith (Lord Strathcona) was director of the Canadian Pacific Railway
131. Who was the founder of women's suffrage movement in Canada? Dr. Emily Stowe
132. In what decade of the 20th century were Canadian women first given the right to vote in federal elections? 1910s
133. A Member of Parliament from Montreal decided to spend the weekend in her electoral district. This means she will be in some part of Montreal were she was
134. The meaning of responsible government. This meant that the ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern (First leader of a responsible government: Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine, a champion of French language rights in 1849)
135. What the Canadian Crown is a symbol of Canada (the answer was because Canada is a constitutional monarch)
136. What the largest producer of Oil and natural gas (Alberta)
137. What best describe the role of Queen. The Sovereign is a part of Parliament, playing an important, non-partisan role as the focus of citizenship and allegiance, most visibly during royal visits to Canada. Her Majesty is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty, a guardian of constitutional freedoms, and a reflection of our history.
138. Who are 3 founding people of Canada? Aboriginal, French, and British
139. What is the significance of Canada day? The Dominion of Canada was officially born on July 1, 1867. Until 1982, July 1 was celebrated as “Dominion Day” to commemorate the day that Canada became a self-governing Dominion.
140. What is significance of Remembrance Day? Canadians wear the red poppy and observe a moment of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to honour the sacrifices of over a million brave men and women who have served, and the 110,000 who have given their lives.
141. Who are partners in NAFTA agreement? The United States, Mexico
142. How many Provinces are in Canada? Ten provinces and three territories
143. Why was the discovery of insulin by (Canadian of course) important? A hormone to treat diabetes that has saved 16 million lives worldwide
144. What's Terry Fox's contribution: Inspiring people to contribute money for Cancer research
145. Meaning of "from sea to sea" motto (A Mari Usque Ad Mare) National pride after the First World War
146. What is the House of Commons? In Canada’s parliamentary democracy, the people elect members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures. These representatives are responsible for passing laws, approving and monitoring expenditures, and keeping the government accountable. Cabinet ministers are responsible to the elected representatives, which mean they must retain the “confidence of the House” and have to resign if they are defeated in a non-confidence vote.
147. How can you vote in an election of you're going out of country? If you cannot or do not wish to vote on election day, you can vote at the advance polls or by special ballot. The dates and location are on your voter information card. As a Canadian citizen living outside Canada, you can apply now to be added to the International Register of Electors. At the call of an election, Elections Canada sends a special ballot voting kit to all eligible electors in the International Register.
148. How do you vote in an election? By secret ballot
149. Which province is the most easterly point in Canada? Newfoundland and Labrador
150. Which civilization is the biggest part of the Canadian population? Canadian society today stems largely from the English-speaking and French-speaking Christian civilizations that were brought here from Europe by settlers. English and French define the reality of day-to-day life for most people and are the country’s official languages. The federal government is required by law to provide services throughout Canada in English and French.
151. How many Canadians have died in wars till now? 110, 000.
152. What's the meaning of "presumption of innocence"? It means that everyone is innocent until proven guilty.
153. Who chooses the senators? Senators are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister and serve until age 75.
154. How long have Aboriginal People Lived in Canada? Migrated from Asia thousands of years ago
155. Quebecois? Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric
156. The act of Quebec signed in 1774 allowed people from Quebec to worship the Catholic religion. The importance of the Quebec Act in 1774. One of the constitutional foundations of Canada, the Quebec Act accommodated the principles of British institutions to the reality of the province. It allowed religious freedom for Catholics and permitted them to hold public office, a practice not then allowed in Britain. The Quebec Act restored French civil law while maintaining British criminal law.
157. What is police function in Canada? Enforce the laws
158. What is a Cabinet Minister? The Prime Minister chooses the ministers of the Crown, most of them from among members of the House of Commons. Cabinet ministers are responsible for running the federal government departments. The Prime Minister and the Cabinet ministers are called the Cabinet and they make important decisions about how the country is governed. They prepare the budget and propose most new laws. Their decisions can be questioned by all members of the House of Commons.
159. Provincial legislatures comprise the Lieutenant Governor and the elected Assembly.
160. What does it mean if your name is on the national election registry? The voters’ lists used during federal elections and referendums are produced from the National Register of Electors by a neutral agency of Parliament called Elections Canada. This is a permanent database of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal elections and referendums.
161. Who is the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario? David C. Onley
162. What is constitution based on? We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.”
163. What does mean by a Constitution Monarchy? As a constitutional monarchy, Canada’s Head of State is a hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King), who reigns in accordance with the Constitution: the rule of law. The Sovereign is a part of Parliament, playing an important, non-partisan role as the focus of citizenship and allegiance, most visibly during royal visits to Canada. Her Majesty is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty, a guardian of constitutional freedoms, and a reflection of our history. The Royal Family’s example of lifelong service to the community is an encouragement for citizens to give their best to their country. As Head of the Commonwealth, the Sovereign links Canada to 53 other nations that cooperate to advance social, economic and cultural progress. Other constitutional monarchies include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Spain, Thailand, Japan, Jordan and Morocco.
164. What was the origin of the first inhabitants in Canada? The ancestors of Aboriginal peoples are believed to have migrated from Asia many thousands of years ago. They were established here long before explorers from Europe first came to North America.
165. How can you contact your Member of Parliament? Write a letter to the House of Commons.
166. Which products are produced in the Niagara Peninsula? Peaches, grapes and apples
167. What is the name of mayor of Toronto? David Miller
168. Who are Anglophones? People speaking English as a first language.
169. How many citizens of Canada served in Second World War? 1 million
170. Who became the first French-Canadian prime minister since the formation of Confederation? Sir Wilfrid Laurier
171. When was the British Parliament prohibited from buying and selling slaves? 1807
172. Who contributed to the invention of radio and also sent the world's first wireless voice message? Reginald Fessenden
173. Federal Government
Head of State: the representative of the Queen for all Canada is the Governor General: David Johnston
Head of government in power: the Prime Minister is Stephen Harper
The party in power is the Conservative Party
The leader of the opposition is Jack Layton
The official opposition is the New Democratic Party
My member of Parliament (MP) in Ottawa is: Hsu, Ted (Liberal Party of Canada)
My federal electoral district is: Kingston and the Islands
174. Provincial Government
Who is my province's Head of State? The representative of the Queen for my province is the Lieutenant-Governor, David C. Onley
Who is Ontario's Head of Government? Premier Dalton McGuinty
Which provincial party is in power? Ontario Liberal Party
What are the provincial opposition parties and their leaders? Ontario PC (Progressive Conservative) Party - Tim Hudak & Ontario NDP Party - Andrea Horwath
175. Municipal Government
What is the name of the municipality where I live? The City of Kingston
Who is the head of the municipal government? Mayor Mark Gerretsen
Who are our Regional Councillors? Williansville District: Neill, Jim and Smith, Ed
school board trustees: Williamsville and Sydenham Districts: Murray, Paula and Storring, Sandra
176. Which of the following statements about residential schools is NOT true? c
a. The federal government placed many Aboriginal children in residential schools to educate and assimilate them into mainstream.
b. The schools were poorly funded and inflicted hardship on the students.
c. The schools were welcomed by the Aboriginal people.
d. Aboriginal language and cultural practices were mostly prohibited.
177. Who have major responsibilities on First Nation reserves? Band chiefs and councillors (responsibilities: housing, schools and other services)
178. What form of transportation did Aboriginal peoples and fur traders use to create trading networks in North America? Waterways.
179. Who are the Acadians? The descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime Provinces in 1604.
180. Who was Sir Sam Steele? A great frontier hero, Mounted Policeman and soldier of the Queen.
181. Who had played an important part in building the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR)? Chinese railroad workers.
182. What is the "Head Tax"? Race-based entry fee charged for Chinese entering Canada.
183. Who is General Sir Arthur Currie? He is Canada's greatest soldier in the WWI.
184. Approximately how many Canadians served in the First World War? More than 600,000.
185. Who are the Quebecois? People of Quebec.
186. Whom do Canadians vote for in a federal election? A candidate they want to represent them in Parliament.
187. Name three minerals still being mined in the territories. A. gold, lead, zinc
188. Name the five Great Lakes. Erie/Huron/Ontario/Superior/Michigan
189. Name the largest of the five Great Lakes. Superior
190. Which river is Canada's longest? The Mackenzie River
191. Which province has the largest land size? Quebec, Nunavut is the largest territory
192. In which province can you find a Provincial Park famous for its deposits of dinosaur bones? Alberta
193. Which of the following slogans is best associated with Canada's Constitution? Peace, order and good government
194. Name the city that sprung from this first settlement that will be celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2008. Quebec City (1608 built by Champlain)
195. The Canadian North was transformed in the late 1890s when some 100,000 prospectors poured into the Yukon hoping to "strike it rich." What name was given to this colourful period in Canadian history? Gold Rush
196. When did thousands of miners first come to the Yukon? “End of the 1800s"
197. What was the name of the route used by fleeing American slaves to get to Canada? Underground Railroad, a Christian anti-slavery network
198. Why was Nov. 11 was chosen as Remembrance Day? Armistice Day of First World War
199. During the Second World War, thousands of Canadians were forcibly evacuated from the West Coast of Canada because of their ethnic origin. Who were these Canadians? Japanese-Canadians
200. Which legal document recognizes the cultural diversity of Canadians? Canada Charter of Rights and Freedoms
201. Which province is Canada's leading wheat producer? Saskatchewan
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Canadian Citizenship Tests
1. Who’s who on Canadian Currency Notes?
a. On $ 5 Note- Sir Wilfrid Laurier - Canada's first francophone prime minister
b. On $10 Note - John A. Macdonald - Canada’s 1st Prime Minister and one of the dominant figures of Canadian Confederation
c. $20 Note – Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II (Head of State for Canada since Feb 6 1952)
d. $100 Note - Sir Robert Laird Borden. – Canada’s 8th Prime Minister (p21 gave women rights to vote in federal elections)
2. What designs are on Canadian Currency Coins?
a. On 1 cent (Penny) – Branch of Maple Leaf
b. On 5 Cents (Nickel)– Beaver
c. On 25 Cents (Quarter) – Caribou
d. On 50 Cents (not commonly seen in day to day transactions)- Coat of arms of Canada
3. Three branches of Canadian government: Executive, Legislative, Judicial (courts) (help to secure the rights and freedoms of Canadians) p29
4. Why War 1812 happen between US and Canada? After the defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte’s fleet in the Battle of Trafalgar (1805), the Royal Navy ruled the waves. The British Empire, which included Canada, fought to resist Bonaparte’s bid to dominate Europe. This led to American resentment at British interference with their shipping. Believing it would be easy to conquer Canada, the United States launched an invasion in June 1812. During the War of 1812 the Americans burned down the Parliament Buildings in York (now Toronto). The British and Canadians burned down the White House in Washington D.C.
5. Quebec is the largest producer of hydroelectricity, and pulp and paper
6. Why trade with other nations is important for Canada and Canadians? To maintain our high standard of living (Page 42 - Discover Canada)
7. The form of government in Canada is: Federal State, Parliamentary Democracy, Constitutional Monarchy
8. On the general election day, when you vote, you vote for: Member of Parliament for your constituency
9. The voter information card lists when and where you vote and the number to call if you require an interpreter or other special services.
10. What do you write on a ballot paper? Mark an “X” in the circle next to the name of the candidate of your choice.
11. Register of General Electors contains: List of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal election and referendums
12. Which part of Canada is sometimes called “Land of the Midnight Sun”? The Northern Territories
13. What is the significance of D-Day in our history? Canada with democratic allies attacked Normandy to liberate Europe from Nazi occupation. The Canadian Army liberated the Netherlands in 1944–45 and helped force the German surrender of May 8, 1945, bringing to an end six years of war in Europe. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15,000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army.
14. In order to defeat Nazism and Fascism, the Allies invaded Nazi-occupied Europe. Canadians took part in the liberation of Italy in 1943–44. In the epic invasion of Normandy in northern France on June 6, 1944, known as D-Day, 15,000 Canadian troops stormed and captured Juno Beach from the German Army. In the Second World War, the Canadians captured Juno Beach as part of the Allied invasion of Normandy on D-Day, June 6, 1944
15. Why do we celebrate Canada day on July 1?To celebrate formation of Confederation
16. What are some of the duties and responsibilities of Canadian citizen? Serve on jury, work, obey the law, take care of one’s family
17. What three oceans surround Canada? The Pacific Ocean in the west, the Atlantic Ocean in the east, the Arctic Ocean to the north
18. What are some of the sources of our rights and responsibilities: These come to us from our history, are secured by Canadian law, and reflect our shared traditions, identity, and values.
19. Our legal system is based on: Canada’s legal system is based on a heritage that includes the rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process. Due process is the principle that the government must respect all of legal rights a person is entitled to under the law. “Due Process” means that the government must respect all the legal rights a person is entitled to under the law
20. According to Official Languages Act of Canada (1969), the three main objectives are to establish equality between French and English in Parliament, the Government of Canada and institutions subject to the Act, to maintain and develop official-language minority communities in Canada, and to promote equality of French and English in Canadian society
21. What is the most popular winter spectator sport of Canada? Hockey
22. Responsibility of provinces: Federal: defence, foreign policy interprovincial trade and communications, currency, navigation, criminal law and citizenships; Provinces: municipal government, education, health, natural resources, property and civil rights, and highways; Federal and provincial governments share jurisdiction over agriculture and immigration
23. Responsibilities of Municipal Government: Municipalities are normally responsible for urban or regional planning, streets and roads, sanitation (such as garbage removal), snow removal, firefighting, ambulance and other emergency services, recreation facilities, public transit and some local health and social services. Most major urban centres have municipal police forces.
24. When Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR) was completed on November 7, 1885, it: Provided a means for connecting eastern Canada with the west
25. What religion traditionally was in Canada? Christianity
26. What is requirement to vote in elections? P30 (a Canadian citizenship, at least 18 years old on voting day, and on the voters’ list)
27. You did not receive voter information card, call your local elections office to ensure that you are on the voters’ list. If you do not have the number, call Elections Canada, in Ottawa, at 1-800-463-6868.
28. Why British Columbia is called Pacific gateway? The Port of Vancouver, Canada’s largest and busiest; handles billions of dollars in goods traded around the world. Warm airstreams from the Pacific Ocean give the B.C. coast a temperate climate.
29. Which made confederation? Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Central Canada (Quebec & Ontario)
30. How governing Canada government at federal level? By elected Prime Minster
31. Where do Inuits mostly live? Arctic Region
32. Which Act granted first time legislative assemblies elected by people? The constitution Act, 1791 (The name Canada also became official at this time)
33. What is known as Official Summer sport of Canada? LaCrosse
34. What is known as Women's Suffrage Movement? Effort by Women to achieve right to Vote
35. Where did Quiet Revolution Occur? Quebec in 1960s
36. How many judges are in Supreme Court of Canada? 9
37. What is highest honour available to Canadians? The Victoria Cross (V.C.) is the highest honour available to Canadians and is awarded for the most conspicuous bravery, a daring or pre-eminent act of valour or self-sacrifice, or extreme devotion to duty in the presence of the enemy. The V.C. has been awarded to 96 Canadians since 1854
38. Which Province is having 40% of Arable land and is largest producer of Grains and Oilseeds? Saskatchewan (Also known as Breadbasket of the World and the Wheat Province)
39. What is meaning of Nunavat? Our land
40. Which city is known as "Diamond Capital of North America"? Yellowknife (capital of Northwest Territories)
41. What is the symbol of the State of Canada for 400 years? The Crown (is a symbol of government, including Parliament, the legislatures, the courts, police services and the Canadian Forces)
42. Give the first line of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms: Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law
43. Who are the Aboriginal peoples of Canada? The first people to live in Canada. Nowadays, they are: Indian(Firt Nations, 65%), the Inuit (means “the people” in the Inuktitut language, live in small, scattered communities across the Arctic, knowledge of the land, sea and wildlife, 30%), Metis (mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, majority live in the Prairie provinces, both French and English and own dialect, Michif, 4%)
44. What are the three main groups of Aboriginal peoples? First Nations, Métis and Inuit.
45. From who are the Métis descended? The Metis are a distinct people of mixed Aboriginal and European ancestry, the majority of whom live in the Prairie provinces. They come from both French- and English- speaking backgrounds and speak their own dialect, Michif.
46. Which group of Aboriginal peoples make up 85% of the population in the Nunavut? Inuit.
47. Why are the Aboriginal peoples of Canada working towards self-government? They are trying to regain control over decisions that affect their lives.
48. Where did the first European settlers in Canada come from? France
49. Which of the following is associated with the first permanent European settlement in what became Canada? French explorers Pierre de Monts and Samuel de Champlain
50. Why did early explorers first come to Atlantic Canada? To fish and trade with Aboriginal peoples.
51. What three industries helped early settlers build communities in the Atlantic region? Farming, fishing and shipbuilding.
52. Who were the United Empire Loyalists? Settlers who were loyal to the Crown, and came to Canada from the United States during the American Revolution.
53. When did the United Empire Loyalists come to Canada? A. 1775 to 1783
54. When did settlers from France first establish communities on the St. Lawrence River? early 1600s.
55. Which trade spread across Canada making it important to the economy for over 300 years? Fur trade.
56. What important trade did the Hudson Bay Company control? Fur (1670, King Charles II).
57. What did the government do to make immigration to western Canada much easier? Built a railway across the Prairies to the Pacific Coast
58. What does Confederation mean? Joining of provinces to make a new country.
59. What is the Canadian Constitution? A system of laws and conventions by which our country governs itself.
60. What year was Confederation? 1867.
61. When did the British North America Act come into effect? 1867.
62. Why is the British North America Act important in Canadian history? It made confederation legal.
63. Which was the last province to join Canada? Newfoundland and Labrador (1949)
64. Why is the Constitution Act of 1982 important in Canadian history? It allows Canada to change the Constitution without asking approval of the British Government.
65. What part of the Constitution legally protects the basic rights and freedoms of all Canadians? The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
66. When did the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms become part of the Canadian Constitution? 1982.
67. Who has the right to apply for a Canadian passport? Canadian citizens.
68. What does equality under the law mean? Being treated with equal dignity and respect, and having equal rights to speak out and express ideas.
69. What will you promise when you take the Oath of Citizenship? Pledge allegiance to the Queen, observe the laws of Canada and fulfill the duties of a Canadian.
70. What are the two official languages of Canada? English and French.
71. Where do most French-speaking Canadians live? Quebec.
72. Which province has the most bilingual Canadians? Quebec.
73. Which province is the only officially bilingual province? (New Brunswick is the only officially bilingual province, and about one-third of the population lives and works in French)
74. What does the Canadian flag look like? White with a red border on each end and a red maple leaf in the centre.
75. What song is Canada’s national anthem? O Canada. (1980, first sung in Quebec City in 1880)
76. What are the first two lines of Canada’s national anthem? O Canada! Our home and native land! True patriot love in all thy sons command.
77. Where does the name "Canada" come from? From "kanata", a First Nations word for village.
78. Which animal is an official symbol of Canada? The beaver.
79. What is the tower in the centre of the Parliament buildings called? Peace Tower (WWI).
80. What is the population of Canada? About 34 million.
81. What is the capital city of Canada? Ottawa.
82. Name all the provinces and territories and their capital cites. Newfoundland (St. John's), Nova Scotia (Halifax), New Brunswick (Fredericton), Prince Edward Island (Charlottetown), Ontario (Toronto), Quebec (Quebec City), Alberta (Edmonton), Saskatchewan (Regina), Manitoba (Winnipeg), British Columbia (Victoria), Yukon Territory (Whitehorse), Northwest Territories (Yellowknife), and Nunavut (Iqaluit).
83. Name the five regions of Canada Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast and North
84. Which region covers more than one-third of Canada? Northern Canada.
85. In which region do more than half of the people in Canada live? Central Canada.
86. One third of all Canadians live in which province? Ontario (more than 12 million)
87. Where are the Canadian Rockies? On the border between British Columbia and Alberta.
88. Where are the Great Lakes? Between Canada and the United States
89. Where are the Parliament Buildings located? Ottawa.
90. Which country borders Canada on the south? United States of America.
91. What are the Prairie provinces and their capital cities? Alberta (Edmonton), Saskatchewan (Regina) and Manitoba (Winnipeg).
92. Which province in Canada is the smallest in land size? Prince Edward Island.
93. What is a major river in Quebec? St. Lawrence River
94. On what date did Nunavut become a territory? April 1st, 1999
95. What are the three main types of industry in Canada? Natural resources, manufacturing and services.
96. In what industry do most Canadians work? Service.
97. What country is Canada’s largest trading partner? United States of America.
98. Which region is known as the industrial and manufacturing heartland of Canada? Central Canada.
99. Which region of Canada is known for both its fertile agricultural land and valuable energy resources? Prairie Provinces.
100. Who is Canada’s Head of State? Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
101. Who is the Queen’s representative in Canada? Governor General of Canada.
102. What is the name of the Governor General? David Lloyd Johnston
103. What do you call the Queen’s representative in the provinces? Lieutenant-Governor.
104. What is Canada’s system of government called? Parliamentary government. (Canada’s system of government: our country is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy)
105. What are the three parts of Parliament? The Queen, the House of Commons and the Senate.
106. Explain how the levels of government are different. Federal government takes major responsibility for matters that affect all of Canada; Provincial and territorial governments look after matters that affect all residents in the province; Municipal (or local) governments are responsible for local matters.
107. What do you call a law before it is passed? A Bill.
108. How are Members of Parliament chosen? Elected by Canadian citizens.
109. Who do Members of Parliament represent? Everyone who lives in his or her electoral district.
110. How does a bill become a law? Approval by a majority in the House of Commons and Senate and finally the Governor General. No bill can become law in Canada until it has been passed by both chambers and has received royal assent, granted by the Governor General on behalf of the Sovereign.
111. What are the three levels of government in Canada? Federal, Provincial/Territorial, Municipal or Local.
112. What is the government of all of Canada called? Federal.
113. How many electoral districts are there in Canada? 308.
114. In what electoral district do you live? Kingston and the Islands
115. When does an election have to be held according to the Constitution? Within 5 years of the last election.
116. Name all the federal political parties in the House of Commons and their leaders Conservative (Harper), NDP (Layton), Liberal (Ignatieff), Bloc Quebecois (Duceppe)
117. Which party becomes the Official Opposition? The party with the second most MPs.
118. What is the role of the Opposition parties? To oppose or try to improve government proposals.
119. Which party is the Official Opposition at the federal level? The New Democratic Party.
120. Name of the Prime Minister of Canada and his party? Stephen Harper (Conservative Party).
121. Name your member of Parliament and the party he or she belongs to. Hsu, Ted
122. What do political parties do? Share ideas about how government should work.
123. Who was Louis Riel? A Métis leader and the Father of Manitoba
124. Why is the battle of Vimy Ridge important to Canadians? It has come to symbolize Canada's coming of age as a nation. During the First World War, the Canadian Corps captured Vimy Ridge in April 1917, with 10,000 killed or wounded, securing the Canadians’ reputation for valour as the “shock troops of the British Empire.” One Canadian officer said: “It was Canada from the Atlantic to the Pacific on parade… In those few minutes I witnessed the birth of a nation.” April 9 is celebrated as Vimy Day.
125. When was the Canadian Pacific Railway finished? Late 1800s. (on November 7, 1885)
126. What is a Cabinet Minister? Candidate picked by the Prime Minister.
127. What level of government passes "by-laws"? Municipal or local government.
128. Deportation of Acadians is also known as the Great Upheaval
129. Who were the commanders of the British and French armies at the battle of the Plains of Abraham? Brigadier James Wolfe and the Marquis de Montcalm
130. Donald Smith (Lord Strathcona) was director of the Canadian Pacific Railway
131. Who was the founder of women's suffrage movement in Canada? Dr. Emily Stowe
132. In what decade of the 20th century were Canadian women first given the right to vote in federal elections? 1910s
133. A Member of Parliament from Montreal decided to spend the weekend in her electoral district. This means she will be in some part of Montreal were she was
134. The meaning of responsible government. This meant that the ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern (First leader of a responsible government: Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine, a champion of French language rights in 1849)
135. What the Canadian Crown is a symbol of Canada (the answer was because Canada is a constitutional monarch)
136. What the largest producer of Oil and natural gas (Alberta)
137. What best describe the role of Queen. The Sovereign is a part of Parliament, playing an important, non-partisan role as the focus of citizenship and allegiance, most visibly during royal visits to Canada. Her Majesty is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty, a guardian of constitutional freedoms, and a reflection of our history.
138. Who are 3 founding people of Canada? Aboriginal, French, and British
139. What is the significance of Canada day? The Dominion of Canada was officially born on July 1, 1867. Until 1982, July 1 was celebrated as “Dominion Day” to commemorate the day that Canada became a self-governing Dominion.
140. What is significance of Remembrance Day? Canadians wear the red poppy and observe a moment of silence at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month to honour the sacrifices of over a million brave men and women who have served, and the 110,000 who have given their lives.
141. Who are partners in NAFTA agreement? The United States, Mexico
142. How many Provinces are in Canada? Ten provinces and three territories
143. Why was the discovery of insulin by (Canadian of course) important? A hormone to treat diabetes that has saved 16 million lives worldwide
144. What's Terry Fox's contribution: Inspiring people to contribute money for Cancer research
145. Meaning of "from sea to sea" motto (A Mari Usque Ad Mare) National pride after the First World War
146. What is the House of Commons? In Canada’s parliamentary democracy, the people elect members to the House of Commons in Ottawa and to the provincial and territorial legislatures. These representatives are responsible for passing laws, approving and monitoring expenditures, and keeping the government accountable. Cabinet ministers are responsible to the elected representatives, which mean they must retain the “confidence of the House” and have to resign if they are defeated in a non-confidence vote.
147. How can you vote in an election of you're going out of country? If you cannot or do not wish to vote on election day, you can vote at the advance polls or by special ballot. The dates and location are on your voter information card. As a Canadian citizen living outside Canada, you can apply now to be added to the International Register of Electors. At the call of an election, Elections Canada sends a special ballot voting kit to all eligible electors in the International Register.
148. How do you vote in an election? By secret ballot
149. Which province is the most easterly point in Canada? Newfoundland and Labrador
150. Which civilization is the biggest part of the Canadian population? Canadian society today stems largely from the English-speaking and French-speaking Christian civilizations that were brought here from Europe by settlers. English and French define the reality of day-to-day life for most people and are the country’s official languages. The federal government is required by law to provide services throughout Canada in English and French.
151. How many Canadians have died in wars till now? 110, 000.
152. What's the meaning of "presumption of innocence"? It means that everyone is innocent until proven guilty.
153. Who chooses the senators? Senators are appointed by the Governor General on the advice of the Prime Minister and serve until age 75.
154. How long have Aboriginal People Lived in Canada? Migrated from Asia thousands of years ago
155. Quebecois? Quebecers are the people of Quebec, the vast majority French-speaking. Most are descendants of 8,500 French settlers from the 1600s and 1700s and maintain a unique identity, culture and language. The House of Commons recognized in 2006 that the Quebecois form a nation within a united Canada. One million Anglo-Quebecers have a heritage of 250 years and form a vibrant part of the Quebec fabric
156. The act of Quebec signed in 1774 allowed people from Quebec to worship the Catholic religion. The importance of the Quebec Act in 1774. One of the constitutional foundations of Canada, the Quebec Act accommodated the principles of British institutions to the reality of the province. It allowed religious freedom for Catholics and permitted them to hold public office, a practice not then allowed in Britain. The Quebec Act restored French civil law while maintaining British criminal law.
157. What is police function in Canada? Enforce the laws
158. What is a Cabinet Minister? The Prime Minister chooses the ministers of the Crown, most of them from among members of the House of Commons. Cabinet ministers are responsible for running the federal government departments. The Prime Minister and the Cabinet ministers are called the Cabinet and they make important decisions about how the country is governed. They prepare the budget and propose most new laws. Their decisions can be questioned by all members of the House of Commons.
159. Provincial legislatures comprise the Lieutenant Governor and the elected Assembly.
160. What does it mean if your name is on the national election registry? The voters’ lists used during federal elections and referendums are produced from the National Register of Electors by a neutral agency of Parliament called Elections Canada. This is a permanent database of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal elections and referendums.
161. Who is the Lieutenant Governor of Ontario? David C. Onley
162. What is constitution based on? We have inherited the oldest continuous constitutional tradition in the world. We are the only constitutional monarchy in North America. Our institutions uphold a commitment to Peace, Order, and Good Government, a key phrase in Canada’s original constitutional document in 1867, the British North America Act. A belief in ordered liberty, enterprise, hard work and fair play have enabled Canadians to build a prosperous society in a rugged environment from our Atlantic shores to the Pacific Ocean and to the Arctic Circle—so much so that poets and songwriters have hailed Canada as the “Great Dominion.”
163. What does mean by a Constitution Monarchy? As a constitutional monarchy, Canada’s Head of State is a hereditary Sovereign (Queen or King), who reigns in accordance with the Constitution: the rule of law. The Sovereign is a part of Parliament, playing an important, non-partisan role as the focus of citizenship and allegiance, most visibly during royal visits to Canada. Her Majesty is a symbol of Canadian sovereignty, a guardian of constitutional freedoms, and a reflection of our history. The Royal Family’s example of lifelong service to the community is an encouragement for citizens to give their best to their country. As Head of the Commonwealth, the Sovereign links Canada to 53 other nations that cooperate to advance social, economic and cultural progress. Other constitutional monarchies include Denmark, Norway, Sweden, Australia, New Zealand, The Netherlands, Spain, Thailand, Japan, Jordan and Morocco.
164. What was the origin of the first inhabitants in Canada? The ancestors of Aboriginal peoples are believed to have migrated from Asia many thousands of years ago. They were established here long before explorers from Europe first came to North America.
165. How can you contact your Member of Parliament? Write a letter to the House of Commons.
166. Which products are produced in the Niagara Peninsula? Peaches, grapes and apples
167. What is the name of mayor of Toronto? David Miller
168. Who are Anglophones? People speaking English as a first language.
169. How many citizens of Canada served in Second World War? 1 million
170. Who became the first French-Canadian prime minister since the formation of Confederation? Sir Wilfrid Laurier
171. When was the British Parliament prohibited from buying and selling slaves? 1807
172. Who contributed to the invention of radio and also sent the world's first wireless voice message? Reginald Fessenden
173. Federal Government
Head of State: the representative of the Queen for all Canada is the Governor General: David Johnston
Head of government in power: the Prime Minister is Stephen Harper
The party in power is the Conservative Party
The leader of the opposition is Jack Layton
The official opposition is the New Democratic Party
My member of Parliament (MP) in Ottawa is: Hsu, Ted (Liberal Party of Canada)
My federal electoral district is: Kingston and the Islands
174. Provincial Government
Who is my province's Head of State? The representative of the Queen for my province is the Lieutenant-Governor, David C. Onley
Who is Ontario's Head of Government? Premier Dalton McGuinty
Which provincial party is in power? Ontario Liberal Party
What are the provincial opposition parties and their leaders? Ontario PC (Progressive Conservative) Party - Tim Hudak & Ontario NDP Party - Andrea Horwath
175. Municipal Government
What is the name of the municipality where I live? The City of Kingston
Who is the head of the municipal government? Mayor Mark Gerretsen
Who are our Regional Councillors? Williansville District: Neill, Jim and Smith, Ed
school board trustees: Williamsville and Sydenham Districts: Murray, Paula and Storring, Sandra
176. Which of the following statements about residential schools is NOT true? c
a. The federal government placed many Aboriginal children in residential schools to educate and assimilate them into mainstream.
b. The schools were poorly funded and inflicted hardship on the students.
c. The schools were welcomed by the Aboriginal people.
d. Aboriginal language and cultural practices were mostly prohibited.
177. Who have major responsibilities on First Nation reserves? Band chiefs and councillors (responsibilities: housing, schools and other services)
178. What form of transportation did Aboriginal peoples and fur traders use to create trading networks in North America? Waterways.
179. Who are the Acadians? The descendants of French colonists who began settling in what are now the Maritime Provinces in 1604.
180. Who was Sir Sam Steele? A great frontier hero, Mounted Policeman and soldier of the Queen.
181. Who had played an important part in building the Canadian Pacific Railway (CPR)? Chinese railroad workers.
182. What is the "Head Tax"? Race-based entry fee charged for Chinese entering Canada.
183. Who is General Sir Arthur Currie? He is Canada's greatest soldier in the WWI.
184. Approximately how many Canadians served in the First World War? More than 600,000.
185. Who are the Quebecois? People of Quebec.
186. Whom do Canadians vote for in a federal election? A candidate they want to represent them in Parliament.
187. Name three minerals still being mined in the territories. A. gold, lead, zinc
188. Name the five Great Lakes. Erie/Huron/Ontario/Superior/Michigan
189. Name the largest of the five Great Lakes. Superior
190. Which river is Canada's longest? The Mackenzie River
191. Which province has the largest land size? Quebec, Nunavut is the largest territory
192. In which province can you find a Provincial Park famous for its deposits of dinosaur bones? Alberta
193. Which of the following slogans is best associated with Canada's Constitution? Peace, order and good government
194. Name the city that sprung from this first settlement that will be celebrating its 400th anniversary in 2008. Quebec City (1608 built by Champlain)
195. The Canadian North was transformed in the late 1890s when some 100,000 prospectors poured into the Yukon hoping to "strike it rich." What name was given to this colourful period in Canadian history? Gold Rush
196. When did thousands of miners first come to the Yukon? “End of the 1800s"
197. What was the name of the route used by fleeing American slaves to get to Canada? Underground Railroad, a Christian anti-slavery network
198. Why was Nov. 11 was chosen as Remembrance Day? Armistice Day of First World War
199. During the Second World War, thousands of Canadians were forcibly evacuated from the West Coast of Canada because of their ethnic origin. Who were these Canadians? Japanese-Canadians
200. Which legal document recognizes the cultural diversity of Canadians? Canada Charter of Rights and Freedoms
201. Which province is Canada's leading wheat producer? Saskatchewan
