Canadian-Citizenship Practice Test - Canadian Symbols 3

Question 1

What is the name of the three-ocean vessel that sails as Canada's national sailing vessel?

Accepted Answer

The Bluenose II

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HMCS Haida

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HMCS Montreal

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The Pride of Canada

Question 2

What does the Canadian coat of arms' shield depict, and what do the elements represent?

Accepted Answer

Three golden lions (England), a red lion (Scotland), a golden harp (Ireland), three golden fleurs-de-lis (France), and a sprig of maple leaves (Canada)

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A maple leaf and a beaver representing the fur trade

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Ten provincial flowers arranged around a central maple leaf

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A red cross on a white background representing the Red Cross

Question 3

On which coin does the image of the common loon appear, giving the coin its popular nickname?

Accepted Answer

The $1 coin (the "loonie")

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The penny (now discontinued)

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The quarter

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The $2 coin (the "toonie")

Question 4

What is the significance of November 11 in Canada, and what is the red poppy symbol associated with it?

Accepted Answer

It is Remembrance Day, honouring Canadians who died in wars; poppies were inspired by the WWI poem "In Flanders Fields"

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It is Canada Day, celebrating Confederation; poppies represent Canadian farms

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It is Victoria Day, honouring the monarch; poppies are a royal symbol

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It is a provincial holiday in Quebec only

Question 5

What Canadian government building features the Peace Tower with its 53-bell carillon?

Accepted Answer

The Centre Block of Parliament Hill

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Rideau Hall

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The Supreme Court of Canada building

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The Château Frontenac

Question 6

What is the Order of Canada, and who awards it?

Accepted Answer

Canada's highest civilian honour, awarded by the Governor General to recognize outstanding achievement and service to the country

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A parliamentary medal awarded by the Prime Minister for political service

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A military decoration awarded by the Minister of National Defence

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An academic distinction awarded by Canadian universities jointly