Canadian Government Structure and Functions

Canadian Government Structure and Functions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

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The video explains the three branches of government, focusing on the executive branch in Canada and the US. It covers the roles of the Prime Minister and the governor general in Canada, the concept of responsible government, and compares it with the US system. The judicial branch's independence and its role in interpreting laws are also discussed.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main role of the executive branch in both the United States and Canada?

To enforce laws

To amend the constitution

To interpret laws

To create laws

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In Canada, who represents the Queen as the head of state?

The Prime Minister

The President

The Lieutenant Governor

The Governor General

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary responsibility of the Prime Minister in Canada?

To represent Canada internationally

To lead the governing party

To appoint the Governor General

To interpret laws

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the concept of responsible government in Canada imply?

The executive branch must have the support of the legislative branch

The Governor General can veto laws

The Prime Minister is directly elected by the people

The executive branch is separate from the legislative branch

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the Prime Minister of Canada chosen?

By the Supreme Court

By direct election from the public

By appointment from the Governor General

As the leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a key difference between the Canadian and American systems of government?

Canada's executive branch is part of the legislative branch

The U.S. President is part of the legislative branch

The U.S. has a constitutional monarchy

Canada has a separation of powers

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the U.S., what must a member of the legislative branch do to join the President's cabinet?

Remain in their legislative position

Resign from the legislative branch

Be appointed by the Supreme Court

Win a public election

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