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Social Studies
8th
grade
Canadian Citizenship Rights and Responsibilities (Pages 8-9 of Discover Canada)
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- 1. Multiple Choice
How can you help to protect the environment
Walking, cycling, taking transit or carpooling whenever possible
Do not buy gas when the price is high
Use electricity instead of gas
Travel back and forth to work by yourself
- 2. Multiple Choice
What forms a jury?
It contains at least a lawyer
A jury is made up of Canadian citizens
A group of judges
A number of people who know the law well
- 3. Multiple Choice
When did the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms become part of the Constitution?
1867
1919
1980
1982
- 4. Multiple Choice
Name two fundamental freedoms under Canadian law
Equality rights and care for the environment
Aboriginal rights and conserving water
Freedom of speech and freedom of religion
The Magna Carta and English common law
- 5. Multiple Choice
List four additional rights Canadian citizens have under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The right to be educated in either official language, the right to apply for a Canadian passport, the right to vote, the right to enter and leave Canada freely.
The right to be educated in either official language, the right to apply for a Canadian passport, the right to drive, the right to enter and leave Canada freely.
The right to enter and leave Canada and the USA freely, the right to apply for a Canadian passport, the right to be educated, the right to vote
the right to live and work anywhere in Canada, the right to vote, the right to be educated in either official language, the right to drive.
- 6. Multiple Choice
Name three responsibilities of Canadian Citizenship
Serving on a jury, keeping your yard tidy and helping others in the community
Obeying the law, voting in elections and working for the government
Obeying the law, voting in elections and taking responsibility for oneself and family
Voting in elections, taking responsibility for others and protecting the environment
- 7. Multiple Choice
Give an example of how you can help in the community
Wear red on Canada Day
Volunteer at a food bank
Drive to work
Keep your property clean
- 8. Multiple Choice
What is meant by the "equality of women and men"?
Men and women are treated equally under the law
Men and women are the same
Men and women are similar
Men and women need to obey the law
- 9. Multiple Choice
What are Canada's two official languages?
French and English
English and Chinese
English and Spanish
French and Canadian
- 10. Multiple Choice
Why is the Constitution Act of 1982 important in Canadian history?
It allows Canada to change the Constitution without asking approval of the British Government
It allows Canadians more freedons
It changed the immigration laws
The Queen became more involved in Canadian Government.
- 11. Multiple Choice
Name two documents that contain our rights and freedoms
The Canadian Constitution and English Common Law
Civil Code of France and the Canadian Constitution
Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms and the Magna Carta (the Great Charter of Freedoms)
Laws passed by Parliament and English Common Law
- 12. Multiple Choice
What part of the Constitution legally protects the basic rights and freedoms of all Canadians?
The British Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Canadian Charter of Rights
The Canadian Charter of Freedom and Right
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
- 13. Multiple Choice
Mariam is a new immigrant in Canada. What law allows her to take up any job at par with a man?
Equal Rights for Men and Women
New Immigrant Rights
Woman's Rights and Freedoms
Woman's Liberation Rights
- 14. Multiple Choice
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins with which words?
O Canada! Our home and native land!
Canadians can live and work anywhere they choose in Canada.
Wheras Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of the law
The rights guaranteed in the Charter will not adversely affect any treaty or other rights or freedom of Aboriginal people
- 15. Multiple Choice
What is the fundamental characteristic of Canadian heritage and identity?
Multiculturalism
English Culture
French Culture
Canadian Festivals
- 16. Multiple Choice
Since when has the protocol for the amendment of the Canadian Constitution existed?
1885
1962
1972
1982
- 17. Multiple Choice
Which of the following represents protecting and enjoying heritage and environment in Canada?
Laws of Canada
Government responsibilities
Equality rights
Citizenship responsibilities
- 18. Multiple Choice
What does the term "mobility rights" mean?
The right to freedom of speech
The right to be given a job in any province
The right to work at home
The right to live and work anywhere in Canada
- 19. Multiple Choice
Which is an example of how you can show responsibility by participating in your community?
Mind your own business
Keep your property tidy
Have a neighbourhood party
Join a community group
- 20. Multiple Choice
Which are two fundamental freedoms protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms?
Freedom of Conscience and Religion, and Freedom of Association
Quality rights, and to care for Canada's heritage
Basic freedoms, and obeying the laws
Aboriginal people's rights, and to volunteer
- 21. Multiple Choice
What is meant by the equality of women and men?
Men and women are equal under the law
Men and women must both work
Woman may attend higher education and enter the workforce
A woman may become the Prime Minister
- 22. Multiple Choice
Which are four rights Canadian Citizens have?
Right to have a job, vote, drive and go to school
RIght to go to school, work, have a bank account, travel
Right to travel, live anywhere, work anywhere and get married
Right to challenge unlawful detention, vote, apply for Canadian passport, enter and leave Canada freely.
- 23. Multiple Choice
What are some examples of taking responsibility for yourself and your family?
Buying a house and vehicle
Getting a job, taking care of your family and working to pay your bills.
Keeping your house presentable and properly maintained
Study hard to get a good education
- 24. Multiple Choice
You have the right to speak with the government in the language of your choice.
True
False
- 25. Multiple Choice
Only citizens of Canada have the right to live and work anywhere in Canada.
True
False
- 26. Multiple Choice
Serving on a jury is more than a citizen responsibility. It is required by law.
True
False
- 27. Multiple Choice
You have the right to speak with the government in the language of your choice, English or French
True
False
- 28. Multiple Choice
Women and men are almost always equal under the law.
True
False
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