Roles and Responsibilities of the Governor General

The video explains the role of the Governor General in Canada, who represents the Crown and performs duties such as swearing in officials, summoning Parliament, and granting royal assent. The Governor General acts on the Prime Minister's advice but can also advise and warn. The role includes ceremonial duties and awarding honors like the Order of Canada. The video highlights the historic appointment of Ms. Simon as the first Indigenous Governor General, emphasizing her role as a bridge between diverse Canadian communities.

What is the primary role of the Governor General in Canada?

• To create laws

• To represent the Crown

• To lead the military

• To manage the economy

Which of the following is a responsibility of the Governor General?

• Appointing the Prime Minister

• Swearing in the Prime Minister

• Dissolving the Supreme Court

• Managing provincial governments

In what situation might the Governor General refuse a Prime Minister's request?

• To dissolve the Supreme Court

• To change the Constitution

• To appoint a new Governor General

• To dissolve Parliament

What is one of the Governor General's roles in the legislative process?

• Voting on laws

• Enforcing laws

• Drafting bills

• Granting royal assent

How does the Governor General contribute to setting the government's agenda?

• By leading parliamentary debates

• By appointing ministers

• By reading the Speech from the Throne

• By writing the budget

What right does the Governor General have in relation to the Prime Minister?

• To veto the Prime Minister's decisions

• To appoint the Prime Minister

• To be consulted and to warn

• To dismiss the Prime Minister

Which historical figure has tried to discourage first ministers from inappropriate actions?

• The Speaker of the House

• The Prime Minister

• The Chief Justice

• The Queen

What ceremonial role does the Governor General hold in the Canadian Forces?

• Commander in Chief

• Head of Operations

• Minister of Defense

• Chief of Staff

Where does the Governor General traditionally receive royal visitors?

• Parliament Hill

• The Prime Minister's Office

• Rideau Hall

• The Supreme Court

Who is Canada's first Indigenous Governor General?

• Mr. Harper

• Ms. Simon

• Mr. Trudeau

• Ms. Johnson