Government Origins & Democracy
Canada's system of government is primarily based on the structure of which older system?
The British parliamentary system
How does a person become the Prime Minister of Canada?
They are the head of the federal government and the leader of the political party with the most elected MPs.
The primary role of a Member of Parliament (MP) is to:
Represent Canadians and debate/pass laws in the federal House of Commons.
What is one responsibility of the municipal government?
Responses may vary.
What is the main responsibility of the judicial system in Canada?
To interpret and uphold the law.
Who represents the British Monarch (King Charles III) in the federal government of Canada?
The Governor General
How is a Premier of a provincial or territorial government chosen?
They are the leader of the political party with the most elected Members of the Legislative Assembly (MLAs)
Which of the following is a primary responsibility of a Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA)?
Debating and voting on proposed laws to shape provincial legislation.
What are the two main responsibilities of the provincial government?
Education and health care
The judicial system is independent of the elected government, meaning it is separate from which other branches of government?
The legislative and executive branches.
Which earlier system of government influenced Canada's belief in fair leadership by choosing leaders and making decisions by consensus (agreement)?
C. The Haudenosaunee Confederacy
What is a requirement for a person to be able to vote in a Canadian election?
They must be a Canadian citizen over 18.
A shared responsibility of both MPs and MLAs is to:
Serve the citizens in their geographic area (constituency) by representing their concerns.
What is one responsibility of the federal government?
Responses may vary.
Why does the judicial branch need to be separate from the other branches of government?
It makes sure that the rest of the government cannot abuse their powers.
What is the fundamental meaning of the word "democracy"?
Rule by the people
How many people do you vote for in a provincial or federal election?
One! You vote for your MLA or MP only.
Are MLAs and MPs elected or appointed?
elected
When federal and provincial governments work together to manage a service, like how healthcare is managed provincially but funded partly federally, this is known as:
A Shared Responsibility
True or false: cabinet ministers work in the judicial branch.
False, they work in the executive branch.
Which of the following is an example of citizens demonstrating a democratic principle other than voting?
Peaceful protests and writing letters to their elected leaders
What is a constituency?
A constituency is an area that elects one MLA or one MP.
What is a key function of the Official Opposition?
To question and challenge the government's decisions.
Which level(s) of government is/are in charge of transportation?
Municipal. provincial, and federal.
True or false: judges work in the judicial branch.
True