Parliament of Canada Quiz

Who is the Head of State in Canada?

• Prime Minister

• Monarch

• Governor General

• Speaker of the Senate

How many seats are there in the Senate?

• 100

• 200

• 338

• 105

Which chamber of Parliament is elected?

• The Senate

• The Monarch

• The House of Commons

• The Speaker

What is the role of the Speaker of the Senate?

• Oversees the Senate's operations

• Maintains order in the Chamber

• Represents Canada by region

• Elected MP

Where is the temporary home of the House of Commons during Centre Block's closure?

• Centre Block

• Senate of Canada Building

• West Block

• East Block

How are Senators appointed to the Senate?

• By the Governor General

• By the Prime Minister

• By the Speaker of the Senate

• By the Monarch

What is the main function of the House of Commons?

• Refine legislation

• Suggest amendments

• Bring concerns of the people

• Oversee the Senate's operations

What is the purpose of the Library of Parliament?

• Support the work of parliamentarians

• House the Senate Chamber

• Accommodate travel by rail

• Maintain order in the Chamber

What architectural style is Centre Block designed in?

• Beaux-Arts

• Neo-Gothic

• Classical

• Contemporary

What is the role of the Governor General in the passing of bills?

• Represents Canada by region

• Oversees the Senate's operations

• Maintains order in the Chamber

• Signs bills into law