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Citizenship Practice Test 6

All 20 questions from Mock Exam 6, with answers and explanations.

These are the 20 questions from Mock Exam 6, written from the official Discover Canada guide and covering Citizenship, Rights & Responsibilities, Who We Are, Canada's History, Modern Canada, Government, Federal Elections, Justice System, Canadian Symbols, Economy, Regions & Geography. Read through them with Show answer, or take the exam online first with the answers hidden and see your score. No sign-in needed.

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  1. Question 1 · Who We Are

    From which continent are the ancestors of Indigenous peoples in North America believed to have come?

    1. A. South America
    2. B. Europe
    3. C. Africa
    4. D. Asia
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    Answer: D. Asia

    Scholars believe their ancestors crossed from Asia many thousands of years ago.Discover Canada: Who We Are

  2. Question 2 · Government

    What is the main role of the Senate in the lawmaking process?

    1. A. To elect the Prime Minister
    2. B. To give sober second thought to bills passed by the House of Commons
    3. C. To enforce federal laws
    4. D. To appoint the Governor General
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    Answer: B. To give sober second thought to bills passed by the House of Commons

    The Senate reviews and debates bills from the House of Commons, offering careful second consideration.Discover Canada: How Canadians Govern Themselves

  3. Question 3 · Justice System

    Which court handles disputes involving federal government bodies and certain federal-law matters?

    1. A. The Senate
    2. B. Small claims court
    3. C. Municipal council
    4. D. The Federal Court of Canada
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    Answer: D. The Federal Court of Canada

    The Federal Court hears many claims against or involving the federal Crown and federal agencies.Discover Canada: The Justice System

  4. Question 4 · Canada's History

    Which colony was the first in British North America to achieve responsible government, in 1847-48?

    1. A. Upper Canada
    2. B. New Brunswick
    3. C. Nova Scotia
    4. D. Prince Edward Island
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    Answer: C. Nova Scotia

    Nova Scotia achieved responsible government in 1847-48, with Joseph Howe a leading voice for reform.Discover Canada: Canada's History

  5. Question 5 · Federal Elections

    Who can be a candidate in a federal election?

    1. A. Only people born in Ottawa
    2. B. Only current senators
    3. C. Eligible Canadian citizens aged 18 or older
    4. D. Only members of the armed forces
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    Answer: C. Eligible Canadian citizens aged 18 or older

    Canadian citizens who are at least 18 may generally run as candidates; they may represent a party or run as independents.Discover Canada: Federal Elections

  6. Question 6 · Who We Are

    In the Inuktitut language, what does the word Inuit mean?

    1. A. The people
    2. B. The northerners
    3. C. The hunters
    4. D. The ice
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    Answer: A. The people

    Inuit means 'the people' in Inuktitut.Discover Canada: Who We Are

  7. Question 7 · Rights & Responsibilities

    Minority language education rights in the Charter concern education in which languages?

    1. A. French and Michif
    2. B. English and Inuktitut
    3. C. English and French
    4. D. Any language chosen by the parents
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    Answer: C. English and French

    The Charter protects the right of official-language minorities to have their children educated in English or French.Discover Canada: Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship

  8. Question 8 · Canada's History

    What did the Quebec Act allow?

    1. A. The division of Quebec into Upper and Lower Canada
    2. B. Religious freedom for Catholics and the right to hold public office
    3. C. Responsible government
    4. D. The end of slavery in the colony
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    Answer: B. Religious freedom for Catholics and the right to hold public office

    The Quebec Act accommodated the French Canadian majority, letting Catholics practise their faith and hold public office.Discover Canada: Canada's History

  9. Question 9 · Economy

    What are the three main types of industries in Canada?

    1. A. Banking, fishing and tourism
    2. B. Mining, retail and shipping
    3. C. Service, manufacturing and natural resources
    4. D. Agriculture, aerospace and forestry
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    Answer: C. Service, manufacturing and natural resources

    Canada's economy is commonly grouped into service, manufacturing and natural resources industries.Discover Canada: Canada's Economy

  10. Question 10 · Canadian Symbols

    The Order of Canada was established in 1967, the year of Canada's centennial.

    1. A. True
    2. B. False
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    Answer: A. True

    The Order of Canada was created in 1967, the 100th anniversary of Confederation, to honour outstanding Canadians.Discover Canada: Canadian Symbols

  11. Question 11 · Regions & Geography

    What is the capital of Prince Edward Island?

    1. A. Charlottetown
    2. B. Moncton
    3. C. Summerside
    4. D. Sydney
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    Answer: A. Charlottetown

    Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island.Discover Canada: Canada's Regions

  12. Question 12 · Canada's History

    Which event led to the creation of the Yukon Territory in 1898?

    1. A. The Klondike Gold Rush
    2. B. The Red River Rebellion
    3. C. The completion of the CPR
    4. D. The South African War
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    Answer: A. The Klondike Gold Rush

    Thousands rushed north for Klondike gold, and Yukon became a separate territory in 1898.Discover Canada: Canada's History

  13. Question 13 · Citizenship

    Applicants of what ages generally must take the citizenship knowledge test?

    1. A. 18 to 54
    2. B. 14 to 64
    3. C. 16 to 70
    4. D. 21 to 60
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    Answer: A. 18 to 54

    Adult applicants aged 18 to 54 must generally show knowledge of Canada and of English or French.Discover Canada: Applying for Citizenship

  14. Question 14 · Canada's History

    Who commanded the French army at the Battle of the Plains of Abraham?

    1. A. Count Frontenac
    2. B. Samuel de Champlain
    3. C. The Marquis de Montcalm
    4. D. Pierre Le Moyne d'Iberville
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    Answer: C. The Marquis de Montcalm

    The Marquis de Montcalm led the French defenders of Quebec City.Discover Canada: Canada's History

  15. Question 15 · Modern Canada

    Who devised the worldwide system of standard time zones?

    1. A. Joseph-Armand Bombardier
    2. B. Sir Sandford Fleming
    3. C. Reginald Fessenden
    4. D. Alexander Graham Bell
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    Answer: B. Sir Sandford Fleming

    Sir Sandford Fleming, a Canadian engineer, developed the system of standard time zones used around the world.Discover Canada: Modern Canada

  16. Question 16 · Canadian Symbols

    Which decoration is the top award for valour open to Canadians?

    1. A. The Order of Canada
    2. B. The Victoria Cross
    3. C. The Medal of Bravery
    4. D. The Canadian Volunteer Service Medal
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    Answer: B. The Victoria Cross

    The Victoria Cross recognizes extreme bravery or self-sacrifice when facing the enemy.Discover Canada: Canadian Symbols

  17. Question 17 · Modern Canada

    In what year did Aboriginal people gain the right to vote in federal elections?

    1. A. 1918
    2. B. 1867
    3. C. 1982
    4. D. 1960
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    Answer: D. 1960

    Aboriginal people were granted the right to vote in federal elections in 1960.Discover Canada: Modern Canada

  18. Question 18 · Government

    In the three territories, who represents the federal government?

    1. A. A Lieutenant Governor
    2. B. A Senator
    3. C. A Premier appointed by Ottawa
    4. D. A Commissioner
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    Answer: D. A Commissioner

    Each territory has a Commissioner who represents the federal government.Discover Canada: How Canadians Govern Themselves

  19. Question 19 · Regions & Geography

    How many provinces and territories does Canada have?

    1. A. 12 provinces and 1 territory
    2. B. 9 provinces and 4 territories
    3. C. 10 provinces and 3 territories
    4. D. 10 provinces and 2 territories
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    Answer: C. 10 provinces and 3 territories

    There are ten provinces, plus the three territories of Yukon, the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.Discover Canada: Canada's Regions

  20. Question 20 · Regions & Geography

    Which province includes the most easterly point in North America?

    1. A. Nova Scotia
    2. B. Prince Edward Island
    3. C. Newfoundland and Labrador
    4. D. New Brunswick
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    Answer: C. Newfoundland and Labrador

    Cape Spear, near St. John's, is North America's most easterly point.Discover Canada: Canada's Regions

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