Canadian Government and Environmental Issues

What is the Great Bear Rainforest known for?

• Its ancient red cedar trees and diverse wildlife

• Its desert climate and sand dunes

• Its urban development and skyscrapers

• Its agricultural fields and farmlands

What was the main goal of the groups protesting against logging in the Great Bear Rainforest?

• To increase logging activities

• To stop the destruction of the rainforest

• To build new roads

• To create new logging companies

What is "ecosystem-based management" intended to do in the Great Bear Rainforest?

• Increase logging activities

• Protect the ecosystems of the forest

• Build new cities

• Encourage more hunting

What does being accountable mean?

• Taking responsibility for your actions

• Ignoring your duties

• Blaming others for mistakes

• Avoiding responsibilities

What is one way representatives keep their constituents informed?

• By sending newsletters

• By keeping secrets

• By avoiding communication

• By ignoring emails

What was the purpose of the banners carried by climbers on the ship?

• To advertise a new product

• To promote tourism in the area

• To protest against forest crime

• To support local businesses

What should you avoid doing during a conflict?

• Listening to all sides.

• Making personal attacks.

• Looking for compromises.

• Understanding different viewpoints.

What is the dream of the 16-year-old short-track speed skater?

• To play in the NHL

• To skate in the Winter Olympics

• To become a hockey coach

• To build a new rink

According to the hockey player, why shouldn't the rinks be Olympic-sized?

• It will cost more money

• It will take longer to build

• It will be harder to maintain

• It will attract fewer visitors

What was the role of the Métis Nation of Ontario and the Métis National Council in the Powleys' case?

• They opposed the Powleys' case.

• They helped the Powleys fight the case to the Supreme Court.

• They were neutral in the case.

• They provided financial support only.