History
The indigenous people of northern Canada are renowned for their hunting skills and native art.
The Inuit
Today, some citizens and elected leaders of Quebec believe their province should take action to…?
Become and independent country
Which of the following BEST describes how Canadian citizens participate in the election process?
Citizens choose from multiple political parties and vote at both provincial and national levels.
What was the main purpose of USMCA?
Promote a large free trade zone between north american countries
Which of the following BEST describes how a parliamentary democracy differs from a presidential democracy?
The head of government is a member of the legislature
Which of the following are the official languages of Canada?
French and English
What is the most common religion in Quebec?
Roman Catholicism (Catholic Christianity)
What is the type of government found in Canada today?
Jose is an auto mechanic in a nearby larger town. He has decided that his small town needs its own car repair shop. Jose bought the building and opened a shop. Jose is an example of what?
Enterpreneurship
Which of the following BEST describes how Canada and the United States demonstrate economic interdependence?
Canada exports a majority of their goods to the United States
What territory was formed as a homeland for the Inuit people?
Nunavut
What characteristics BEST reflect the culture of Quebec?
French-Speaking Roman Catholics
How is the prime minister elected in a parliamentary democracy?
The majority in the legislature elects the leader
What type of economy does Canada have?
Mixed
Which phrase BEST explains how Canada and the USA would benefit from trading with one another?
By encouraging specialization of goods
After which war did Great Britain gained complete control over Canada?
French and Indian War
What is the name given to those individuals that want Quebec to become their own country?
Separatists
Which term describes how political power is distributed in Canada?
Federal government. Both the provinces and the central government have shared power.
Which of the following explanations would best reflect a country with a mixed economy?
Prices and wages are determined by the laws of supply and demand rather than the government
Mia plans to purchase many things while traveling to Canada for vacation. Which statement explains why she will need to exchange her money for Canadian dollars before shopping?
Exchanging currency guarantees a fair trade between countries.
What was QUEBEC trying to do in 1995
They were trying to become an independent country.
What is causing some of the people of Quebec to desire independence from Canada?
French descendants living in Quebec feel their culture is distinctly different from the rest of Canada
In Canada, a K-12th Grade education is provided for free by the Canadian government in order to help workers obtain high-quality, well-paying, in-demand jobs. This is an example of investing in what?
Human Capital
Which is MOST likely to be in a country with a high literacy rate?
A high standard of living
The people of Quebec voted to separate from the rest of Canada and form their own country. Which of the following terms BEST reflects this process?
Referendum