CAEC - Canadian Adult Education Credential Canadian Civics and Government Questions and Answers

Question 1

Which of the following is the primary role of the Legislative Branch of the Canadian federal government?

Accepted Answer

To make, amend, and repeal laws.

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To implement and enforce laws.

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To interpret laws and administer justice.

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To represent the Monarch in Canada.

Question 2

A journalist is arrested after publishing an article that criticizes a new government policy. This action most clearly violates which fundamental freedom guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?

Accepted Answer

Freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression

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Freedom of peaceful assembly

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Freedom of association

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Freedom of conscience and religion

Question 3

Which of the following is considered both a right and a key responsibility for Canadian citizens?

Accepted Answer

Voting in elections

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Serving in the armed forces

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Speaking both official languages

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Owning property

Question 4

In Canada's system of government, who is the Head of State and who is the Head of Government?

Accepted Answer

Head of State: The Monarch (represented by the Governor General); Head of Government: Prime Minister

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Head of State: Governor General; Head of Government: Speaker of the House

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Head of State: Prime Minister; Head of Government: Monarch

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Head of State: Chief Justice of the Supreme Court; Head of Government: Prime Minister

Question 5

A proposal for a new federal law, known as a bill, has successfully passed through three readings in the House of Commons. What is the next major step in the process for it to become law?

Accepted Answer

It must be sent to the Senate for a similar process of debate and voting.

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It must be approved in a national referendum by all citizens.

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It is immediately signed by the Prime Minister to become law.

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It must be sent to the Supreme Court for a constitutional review.

Question 6

A city council is debating whether to increase funding for public transit or for local road maintenance. This decision falls under the primary responsibility of which level of government?

Accepted Answer

Municipal

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Federal

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Provincial

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Territorial