Canada's Federal System of Government Quiz

What document describes the authority, parts, and function of Parliament?

• The Constitution Act of 1982

• The Amending Formula

• The British North America Act of 1867

• The Charter of Rights and Freedoms

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CCSS.RI.3.5

CCSS.RL.4.1

CCSS.RL.5.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.9

When did Canada gain full independence from Britain?

• 1982

• 1867

• 1967

• 1992

Who represents the Queen in Canada?

• The Prime Minister

• The Governor General

• The Senate

• The House of Commons

What type of democracy does Canada have?

• Representative Democracy

• Monarchy

• Direct Democracy

• Oligarchy

How many levels of government does Canada have?

• Three

• Two

• Four

• One

Which level of government is responsible for the city of Edmonton?

• Federal

• Provincial

• Municipal

• Territorial

How many ridings or constituencies are there in Canada?

• 338

• 34

• 121

• 78

What is the term used for representation by population?

• Federalism

• Rep by Pop

• Direct Democracy

• Proportional Representation

Approximately how many people are there in each riding?

• 200,000

• 150,000

• 100,000

• 50,000

What percentage of Canadians do not vote in elections?

• 60%

• 40%

• 30%

• 50%

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CCSS.6.RP.A.3C