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Question 1When was the Magna Carta signed? 1867 1502 1215 1066 Question 2According to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, where do English and French have equal status? Everywhere in Canada In Parliament and throughout the federal government Everywhere that 20% of the population speaks one of the official languages In Parliament and throughout the provincial governments Question 3What is English common law? Laws and traditions that we inherited from England Laws and traditions from English Canada Laws and traditions from Quebec Laws and traditions that Canada developed on its own Question 4Freedom of conscience, freedom of religion, freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech was first guaranteed in: English Common Law Magna Carta Habeas corpus French Civil Code Question 5By law, how long must Canadians serve in the military? 3 years 2 years There is no compulsory military service in Canada 18 months Question 6Where do Canadian laws come from? All laws in Canada have been written for Canada, in Canada, by Canadians Habeas corpus and Magna Carta Laws passed by Parliament and the provincial legislatures, English common law, the civil code of France and the unwritten constitution that we have inherited from Great Britain A combination of British laws, American laws, French laws, First Nations' laws Question 7What is the best definition of the right to freedom of association? The right to choose the food you eat, and how to prepare it The right to join a group or organization The right to be part of an organized religion The right to join and leave a group or organization Question 8How does Canadian law treat men and women? Men and women are treated fairly, but differently In Canada, men and women are equal under the law There are certain areas that favour men, and certain areas that favour women Men are expected to take care of the women in their family Question 9Where does Habeas corpus come from? English Common Law History and Tradition Quebec Act French Civil Code Question 10What does freedom of the press guarantee? Journalists are allowed to publish anything that the government approves of Journalists must get the approval of the Governor General (or other government officials) before they can share their opinions Journalists are allowed to publish the news, and their own opinions, even if they are critical of the government People can write what they want, but they must get government approval before they share their opinions on TV Question 11If you want to serve in the military part time, what is the best choice? Serve in the army Serve in the reserve Serve in the Coast Guard Serve in the navy Question 12What is the right of peaceful assembly? The right to attack the government The right to gather with whomever you choose The responsibility to always show respect The responsibility to listen to what the government tells you Question 13What is the best definition of a right? A right is something that you can expect, like to pay taxes. A right is a duty, like serving in the military A right is something that you can expect, like to be treated fairly by the police A right is something that others want you to do Question 14What is the best definition of a responsibility? A responsibility is something you are allowed to do, such as driving a car A responsibility is something that you should always try to avoid A responsibility is something you must do, like following the law A responsibility is something people want to do, but cannot Question 15The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins with the words, "Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law." What does this phrase underline? The Sovereign is the head of the Church Canadians must belong to a religious organization Everybody in Canada can follow their own religious traditions The importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person
When was the Magna Carta signed?
According to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms, where do English and French have equal status?
What is English common law?
Freedom of conscience, freedom of religion, freedom of thought, belief, opinion and expression, including freedom of speech was first guaranteed in:
By law, how long must Canadians serve in the military?
Where do Canadian laws come from?
What is the best definition of the right to freedom of association?
How does Canadian law treat men and women?
Where does Habeas corpus come from?
What does freedom of the press guarantee?
If you want to serve in the military part time, what is the best choice?
What is the right of peaceful assembly?
What is the best definition of a right?
What is the best definition of a responsibility?
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms begins with the words, "Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law." What does this phrase underline?
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