Canadian Citizenship Rights and Freedoms

Question 1

What document protects the rights and freedoms of all people in Canada?

Accepted Answer

The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms

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The Canadian Bill of Rights

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The British North America Act

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The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

Question 2

Which of the following is a fundamental freedom protected by the Canadian Charter?

Accepted Answer

Freedom of expression and freedom of religion

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Freedom from paying taxes

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Freedom to own property anywhere in Canada

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Freedom from military service

Question 3

What is the minimum voting age for Canadian citizens in federal elections?

Accepted Answer

18 years old

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16 years old

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19 years old

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21 years old

Question 4

What does Section 15 (equality rights) of the Charter protect against?

Accepted Answer

Discrimination based on race, religion, sex, age, and disability

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Discrimination in private business only

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Only discrimination by individuals, not governments

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Economic inequality between provinces

Question 5

What is Section 33 of the Charter, known as the 'notwithstanding clause,' used for?

Accepted Answer

To temporarily override certain Charter rights

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To give courts power to strike down all laws

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To protect rights that can never be limited

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To require unanimous consent for constitutional changes

Question 6

What are Canada's two official languages?

Accepted Answer

English and French

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English and Inuktitut

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English, French, and Cree

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English only