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

Answer

The Bluenose was a legendary Nova Scotia fishing and racing schooner launched in 1921. Its image appears on the Canadian dime. The Bluenose II is its replica and serves as Nova Scotia's sailing ambassador.

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)

Answer

Canada's coat of arms shield contains symbols representing the founding nations: three golden lions passant (England), a red lion rampant (Scotland), a golden harp (Ireland), three golden fleurs-de-lis on blue (France), and a red sprig of three maple leaves (Canada).

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")

Answer

The common loon appears on the Canadian $1 coin, which is why it is affectionately called the "loonie." The coin was introduced in 1987 to replace the $1 paper bill.

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"

Answer

November 11 is Remembrance Day in Canada, when Canadians honour the memory of those who died in war, especially World War I and II. The red poppy became a symbol of remembrance inspired by Lt. Col. John McCrae's poem "In Flanders Fields."

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

The Centre Block of Parliament Hill

Answer

The Peace Tower rises above the Centre Block of Parliament Hill in Ottawa. It was completed in 1927 as a memorial to Canadians who died in World War I. Its carillon plays music on the hour and at special occasions.

Canadian Citizenship Practice Test

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Canadian-Citizenship Practice Test - Canadian Symbols 3