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Which of the following is role of Police in Canada?,
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Keep people safe and to enforce the law
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Which region was stormed and captured on D-Day (June 6, 1944) by the 3rd Canadian Infantry Division?,
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Juno Beach
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Who is awarded the honour of Victoria Cross?,
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A Canadian showing conspicuous bravery or self sacrifice
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When is Federal election?
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The Second Monday of October
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What are the three parts of Parliament?,
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The Queen, the House of Commons and the Senate.
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What does the term responsible government mean?,
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The ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern.
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What are the three branches of the Canadian government?,
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Executive, Legislative and Judicial
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What is the meaning of constitutional monarchy?,
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A parliamentary democracy and a federal state
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What are the three parts of Parliament?,
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The Queen, the House of Commons and the Senate.
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Which of the following are Prairie Provinces?,
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Manitoba, Saskatchewan and Alberta
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What percentage of Aboriginal people are First Nations?,
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65%
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What is the advantage of NAFTA agreement?,
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Free trade between Canada, USA and Mexico
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Under Canadian law, why is everybody presumed to be innocent until proven guilty?,
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To guarantee the due process under the law
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Which Act granted, for the first time in Canada, legislative assemblies elected by the people?,
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The Constitutional Act of 1791.
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Who are the founding peoples of Canada?,
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Aboriginal, French and British.
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Who are the founding peoples of Canada?,
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Aboriginal, French and British.
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What is the difference between the role of the Queen and that of the Prime Minister?,
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The Queen is the guardian of Constitutional freedoms, the Prime Minister selects the Cabinet ministers and is responsible for operations and policy of government.
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What does a Confederation mean?,
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Joining of provinces to make a new country
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When you vote on election day, what do you do?,
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Go to the voting station with your voters card and ID, mark an X in the circle next to the candidate of your choice, fold the ballot and present it to the poll officials
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What do the Canadians remember on Remembrance Day?,
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Sacrifices of veterans and brave soldiers in wars
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Which region covers more than one-third of Canada?,
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Northern Territories.
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The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom begins with which words?,
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Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law
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What is Canada's system of governance?,
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Federal state, parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy
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What are the provinces of Central Canada and their capital cities?,
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Ontario (Toronto) and Quebec (Quebec City).
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What does the term responsible government mean? ,
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The ministers of the Crown must have the support of a majority of the elected representatives in order to govern.
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Which region covers more than one-third of Canada?,
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Northern Territories.
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Why is British Columbia known as Canada's Pacific Gateway?,
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The Port of Vancouver, handles billions of dollars in goods traded around the world
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Why was the Canadian Pacific Railway built?,
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British Columbia joined Canada in 1871 after Ottawa promised to build a railway to the West Coast
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Which of the following are the first four provinces in the confederation?,
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New Brunswick, Newfoundland, Province of Canada (Ontario & Quebec)
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What is a part of our heritage under the Canadian legal system?,
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All answers correct Democratic principles and due process Rule of law Freedom under law
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Who do you vote for in federal elections?,
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Member of Parliament
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How do you vote in Canada?,
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By Secret Ballot
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Which federal political party is in power?,
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Conservative Party.
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What percentage of Aboriginal people are First Nations?,
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65%.
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On what date did Nunavut become a territory?,
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April 1st, 1999
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Which of the following are the two fundamental freedoms under Canadian law?
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Freedom of speech and freedom of religion
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When must federal elections be held?,
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On the third Monday in October every four years following the most recent general election.
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What is the name of the Royal Anthem of Canada?,
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God Save the Queen (or King).
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Who is Canadas Head of State?,
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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What region is known as the "Land of the Midnight Sun"?,
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Northern Territories
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Who was Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine?,
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A champion of democracy and French language rights and the first leader of a responsible government in the Canadas.
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Who have major responsibilities on First Nations reserves?,
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band chiefs and councillors.
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What is a voter information card?,
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A form that tells you when and where to vote
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What did the Suffrage movement achieve?,
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Women achieved the right to vote
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What are the provinces of Central Canada and their capital cities?,
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Ontario (Toronto) and Quebec (Quebec City).
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Why is the battle of Vimy Ridge important to Canadians?,
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Proved Canadian soldier's reputation for valour- Canadian valour and bravery brought about a fantastic victory
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Which province is the largest producer of oil and natural gas?,
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Alberta
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Which federal political party is in power?,
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Conservative Party.
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What is the Head Tax?,
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Race-based entry fee charged for Chinese entering Canada.
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What are the three parts of Parliament?,
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Souveriegn, House of Common and Senate...
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What is the name of the Governor General?,
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David Johnston
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What are the territories of Northern Canada and their capital cities?,
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Yukon Territory (Whitehorse), Northwest Territories (Yellowknife), and Nunavut (Iqaluit).
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Name the five regions of Canada?,
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Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast and North
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Most Canadians live in which of the following province?,
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Ontario
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Which of the following statements about residential schools is NOT true? ,
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The schools were welcomed by the Aboriginal people.
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Who is Canadas Head of State?,
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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
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Which is the fundamental characteristic of Canadian heritage and identity?,
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Multiculturalism
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Which of the following best describes the role of the Queen in Canada?,
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Focus on citizenship and allegiance, be a symbol of Canadian sovereignty and guardian of constitutional freedoms
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What is the role of the opposition parties?,
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Peacefully oppose or try to improve government pro posals
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What are the territories of Northern Canada and their capital cities?,
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Yukon Territory (Whitehorse), Northwest Territories (Yellowknife), and Nunavut (Iqaluit).
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What is the meaning of constitutional monarchy?,
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A parliamentary democracy and a federal state
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What is the name of the Governor General?,
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David Johnston
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Which of these are the two responsibilities of federal government?,,,
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National defense and foreign policy
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How many Canadians served in the First World War?,
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More than 600,000
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How long is the Lieutenant Governor appointed for?,
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5 years
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What do you call the Sovereign representative in the provinces?,
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Lieutenant-Governor.
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What is the name of the Royal Anthem of Canada?,
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God Save the Queen (or King).
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Which Act granted, for the first time in Canada, legislative assemblies elected by the people?,
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The Constitutional Act of 1791.
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When must federal elections be held?,
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On the third Monday in October every four years following the most recent general election.
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What does the Canadian Crown symbolize?,
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Canada is a constitutional monarchy
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On what date did Nunavut become a territory?,
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April 1st, 1999
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Who do Members of Parliament represent?,
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Everyone who lives in his or her electoral district.
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of Canadian citizens?
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Learning to speak both official languages
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Which of the following statements about residential schools is NOT true? ,
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The schools were welcomed by the Aboriginal people.
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What are the men who established Canada called?,
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Fathers of confederation
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What the highest honour a Canadian can receive?,
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The Victoria Cross
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Who was Sir Louis-Hippolyte La Fontaine?,
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A champion of democracy and French language rights and the first leader of a responsible government in the Canadas.
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Name the five regions of Canada?,
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Atlantic, Central, Prairie, West Coast and North
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Who do Members of Parliament represent?
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Everyone who lives in his or her electoral district.
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What significance did the war of 1812 with USA had for Canada?,
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Ensured that Canada will remain independent of the United States
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Which is the northeastern province in Canada that has its own time zone?,
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Newfoundland & Labrador
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When did the British North America Act come into effect?,
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1867
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What do you call the Sovereigns representative in the provinces?,
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Lieutenant-Governor
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What of the following is Canada's constitution based on?,
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Peace order and good Government
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Which of the following are Atlantic Provinces?,
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Newfoundland, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick and Prince Edward Island
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What is the difference between the role of the Queen and that of the Prime Minister?,
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The Queen is the guardian of Constitutional freedoms, the Prime Minister selects the Cabinet ministers and is responsible for operations and policy of government.
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Where do Inuit people live?,
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Scattered communities across the Arctic
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When you vote on election day, what do you do? ,
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Go to the voting station with your voters card and ID, mark an X in the circle next to the candidate of your choice, fold the ballot and present it to the poll officials.
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It is the most popular spectator sport and Canada's national winter sport
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Hokey
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When was the British Parliament prohibited from buying and selling slaves?,
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1807
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What is the Head Tax?,
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Race-based entry fee charged for Chinese entering Canada.
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Which of the following are two responsibilities of a provincial or territorial government?
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Education and health care
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What is the significance of Quebec Act of 1774?,
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Canada's tolerance of religious traditions under the law
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In Canada, are you obliged to tell others how you voted? ,
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No but you may choose to discuss how you voted with others.
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What does the Crown mean for Canadians?,
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The Crown is a symbol of Government, including Parliament, legislatures, courts, police services and the armed forces..
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When did the British North America Act come into effect?,
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1867.
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Why is trade with other countries important to Canada?,
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To increase the trade and enjoy one of the world's highest standard of living
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Who governs Canada on daily basis at federal level?,
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Prime Minister
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