Canadian Citizenship Canadian Government and Democracy

Question 1

What type of government does Canada have?

Accepted Answer

Federal parliamentary democracy and constitutional monarchy

Answer

Republic with an elected president

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Direct democracy

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Absolute monarchy

Question 2

What is the lower house of Canada's Parliament called?

Accepted Answer

The House of Commons

Answer

The Senate

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The Legislative Assembly

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The National Assembly

Question 3

Who is the head of the federal government in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Prime Minister

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The Governor General

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The President

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The Chief Justice

Question 4

What is the role of the Governor General in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Represents the King/Queen and carries out constitutional duties

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Leads the federal government and sets policy

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Commands the Canadian Armed Forces directly

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Appoints all members of the House of Commons

Question 5

How many levels of government are there in Canada?

Accepted Answer

Three

Answer

Two

Answer

Four

Answer

One

Question 6

What is the role of the Senate in Canada's Parliament?

Accepted Answer

To review and pass legislation from the House of Commons

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To elect the Prime Minister

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To represent Canada in international affairs

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To manage provincial governments