Canada Practice Test 1

Correct! Canadian law has several sources, including laws passed by Parliament and the provincial legislatures, English common law, the civil code of France, and the unwritten constitution inherited from Great Britain

Correct! Those willing to become part of the Canadian culture between the ages of 15 and 54 must have adequate knowledge of both English and French

Correct! Canada contains 800 years old of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedom)

Correct! Whereas Canada is founded upon the principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the Rule of Law”. This phrase indicates the importance of religion as well as moral values and traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person

Correct! One of Canada’s founding principles is the Rule of Law. Individuals and governments are regulated by the laws and not by arbitrary actions

Correct! Canada contains an 800 years old tradition of ordered liberty, which dates back to the signing of the Magna Carta in 1215 in England (also known as the Great Charter of Freedoms).

Correct! Those willing to become Canadian Citizens between the ages of 18 – 54 must have adequate knowledge of French and English

Correct! In Canada, we swear our oath of allegiance to the sovereign

Correct! The Canadian constitution was amended in the year 1982

Correct! The right to challenge unlawful detention comes from the English Law

Correct! Habeas Corpus gives a person the right to challenge unlawful detention.

Correct! Canada is personified by the sovereign

Correct! The constitution of Canada was amended to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom

Correct! Canadians have rights and responsibilities that come to us from our history, are secured by Canadian law, and reflect our shared traditions, identity, and values.

Correct! A fundament attribute of Canadian heritage and identity. Canadians celebrate the gift of one another’s presence and work hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony.

Correct! Canada celebrates the gift of one another’s presence and works hard to respect pluralism and live in harmony

Correct! Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada, enter and leave the country freely, and apply for a passport.

Correct! The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights of freedom of the Aboriginal people

Correct! English and French languages have equal status in the parliament and throughout the government

Correct! Every citizen has a role to play in avoiding waste and pollution while protecting Canada’s natural, cultural and architectural heritage for future generations.

Correct! Obeying the Law, Taking Responsibility for oneself and one’s Family, Serving in a Jury

Correct! When called to do so, you are legally required to serve. Serving on a jury is a privilege that makes the justice system work as it depends on impartial juries made up of citizens.

Correct! The right to vote comes with a responsibility to vote in federal, provincial or territorial and local elections

Wrong! Millions of volunteers freely donate their time to help others without pay—helping people in need, assisting at your child’s school, volunteering at a food bank or other charity, or encouraging newcomers to integrate. Volunteering is an excellent way to gain useful skills and develop friends and contacts.

Correct! Nobody is above the law

Correct! Any statement against women due to cultural traditions will be disregarded.

Correct! In Canada, forced marriage of women is permitted under no circumstances.

Correct! in Canada, men and women are equal under law

Correct! Canada’s openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, “Honor killings,” female genital mutilation, forced marriage or other gender-based violence.

Correct! Canada’s openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, “honor killings,” female genital mutilation, forced marriage, or other gender-based violence. Those guilty of these crimes are severely punished under Canada’s criminal laws.

Correct! There is no compulsory military service in Canada. However, serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice.

Correct! You can serve in your local part-time navy, militia and air reserves and gain valuable experience, skills and contacts.

Correct! Canadian Rangers help keep the North of Canada safe.

Correct! Young people can learn discipline, responsibility and skills by getting involved in the cadets

Correct! Serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice.

Correct! There is no compulsory military service in Canada. However, serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice.

Correct! There is no compulsory military service in Canada. However, serving in the regular Canadian Forces (navy, army and air force) is a noble way to contribute to Canada and an excellent career choice.