Discover Canada: How Canadians Govern Themselves

What year was the British North America Act, now known as the Constitution Act, established?

• 1867

• 1871

• 1901

• 1957

Which level of government in Canada is responsible for defence and foreign policy?

• Provincial

• Municipal

• Federal

• Territorial

What are the provinces responsible for in Canada?

• Currency and navigation

• Education and health

• Criminal law and citizenship

• Interprovincial trade and communications

Which two areas of jurisdiction are shared between the federal government and the provinces?

• Defence and foreign policy

• Agriculture and immigration

• Natural resources and highways

• Criminal law and citizenship

What is the primary benefit of federalism mentioned in the text?

• It centralises power in the federal government.

• It allows provinces to adopt policies tailored to their populations.

• It eliminates the need for municipal governments.

• It ensures uniform policies across all provinces.

Who opened the 23rd Parliament in 1957?

• Prime Minister of Canada

• Governor General of Canada

• Queen Elizabeth II

• Speaker of the House of Commons

Where did Queen Elizabeth II open the 23rd Parliament in 1957?

• Buckingham Palace

• Rideau Hall

• Parliament Hill, Ottawa

• Westminster Abbey

Which level of government is responsible for municipal government in Canada?

• Federal

• Provincial

• Territorial

• International

Which of the following is NOT a responsibility of the federal government in Canada?

• Interprovincial trade

• Health

• Criminal law

• Citizenship

What is the current name of the British North America Act?

• Canada Act

• Constitution Act, 1867

• Charter of Rights and Freedoms

• Canadian Bill of Rights