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General
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What are the two national languages of Canada?
English and French
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Where are many of Canada's urban centres located?
The south
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What are the political subdivisions of Canada?
10 provinces and 3 territories
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What is the largest city in Canada?
Toronto
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What are the two national sports of Canada?
Ice Hockey and Lacross
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What is the national symbol of Canada?
Maple leaf
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What is the highest mountain in Canada?
Mount Logan
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When did Canada adopt the maple leaf flag?
1960
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What is capital of Canada?
Ottawa
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What is the monetary unit in Canada?
Dollar
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Which symbol was the first to emerge as an emblem of Canada?
The beaver
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Which animals can you see in Banff National Park?
Grizzly bear, black bear, bald eagle, wolves, moose and bison
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Which countries established settlement in Canada?
France and England
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Where is Cape Breton located?
Nova Scotia
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What is the major religion in Canada?
Christian
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What are the chief agricultural products of Canada?
Beef cattle, milk, wheat, hogs, chickens, canola, eggs
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What oceans surround Canada?
Atlantic, Pacific and Arctic Oceans
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What year was the settlement of Quebec?
1608
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Name 4 key facts about Montreal
1. Second largest city in Canada
2. Financial and cultural capital
3. French speaking
4. Skyscrapers, historic buildings and attraction parks
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How many time zones in Canada?
Six
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When is the national holiday and what is it called?
Canada Day, July 1
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What is the climate of southeastern Canada?
Warm summers and cool to cold winters
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How many national parks are there in Canada?
48
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What is Whistler known for?
Being the largest and most famous alpine ski destination in the world.
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What is the Canadian motto?
A Mari usque ad Mare (From Sea to Sea)