Fed Gov and YCJA
Ind and Coll Rights
Immigration
Economic Systems
Quality of Life
100
What branch includes the Senate, the governor general and the House of Commons?
The Legislative Branch.
100
Treaties 6,7 and 8 were all written in Alberta. What are three reasons as to why First Nations sign treaties?
Treaties were signed in order to
Create alliances/prevent conflict
Protect First Nation rights
The treaties were seen as sacred and couldn’t be changed-(long term sharing of the land)
100
What are the three main categories of immigration?
1)Economic
2) Family oriented
3)Refugees
100
The idea that people believe individuals should consider each other and set aside individual interests for the greater good of society.
Public good and cooperation or collectivism
100
What are social program?
Services provided by government to reduce inequalities and promote the well-being of citizens. Paid for by taxes
200
How is the YCJA different from the old act, regarding youth receiving adult sentences?
It diminishes the protections of the youths rights
Youth would not be tried in an adult court
Youths are now considered to be tried in an adult court
It only allows adult sentences to be ordered
b) Youth would not be tried in an adult court
200
What does this old political comic portray?
That women have simpler minds when it comes to making decisions
That women are not focused, and would be irresponsible whilst voting
Women are too busy shopping at bargain sales to vote
Women have little to no knowledge of what political parties will do, which will result in a corrupted government
That women are not focused, and would be irresponsible whilst voting
200
What is the cause of immigration for refugees?
They are trying to flee their countries from punishment, war, government,
200
What is an economic system?
The way a society organizes the production, distribution and consumption of goods and services
200
- "Invest $40 million over four years to restore cuts to shelters for women fleeing violence, creating or renovating 2,100 spaces in first-stage shelters and 350 spaces in transition houses."
- This quote likely represents the views of which Federal political party?
NDP
300
Quote: “Never be afraid to raise your voice for honesty and truth and compassion against injustice and lying and greed.”
This quote could represent the ideas of
A)Lobby Groups
B) Advocacy groups
C) a Jury
D)Social Program
B) Advocacy Groups
300
“In a country like Canada - vast and diverse, with 11 governments, 2 official languages and a variety of ethnic backgrounds - the only way to provide equal protection to everyone is those basic rights and freedoms in the Constitution” This quote is discussing...
How some groups are being discriminated by the Constitution's rules and rights
That Canada has too many provincial governments and the Constitution should be the main form of decision making
The government should moderate what groups get what benefits from the Constitution and groups who are more fortunate should get less
Without the Constitution, certain groups would be marginalized
Without the Constitution, certain groups would be marginalized
300
What are 3 conditions/factors or restrictions that could mean an immigrant would not be allowed to enter Canada?
Age, criminal record, health conditions, no education, unable to speak the language.
300
“The Organic Consumers Association has also called for a _______ of the brand over its use of ingredients grown with pesticides”
Boycott
300
What is the irony in this cartoon?
Trudeau is criticizing the Conservatives for a weak plan (monkey), the Liberal plan is too harsh (gorilla).
400
This Tweet is an example of...
The media struggles to protect the identity of young offenders.
The Toronto police responding to an action made by young offenders.
The public opinion of young offenders
The media struggles to protect the identity of young offenders.
400
According to the source, how did the no fly list violate people's rights?
-violated the CRF (equality and mobility rights)
400
What is the irony intended by the situation depicted in the source?
a)that First Nations people have sympathy for refugees
b)that First Nations may view many citizens as "immigrants"
c)First Nations are the immigrants and they should leave not us, because we were here first.
b)that First Nations may view many citizens as "immigrants"
400
The ideas represented in this cartoon are an example of a ____ ____ and the author is _________ of the power of the unions
The ideas represented in this cartoon are an example of a _labour union___ ____ and the author is critical of the power of the unions
400
What does the source MOST suggest about the carbon tax?
a)Canadians are being harmed by the Liberal party's taxation model.
b)the Liberals believe that it’s alright to put this burden on society.
c)the government “doctors” society by expecting them to pay taxes and the carbon tax is the "medicine"
a)Canadians are being harmed by the Liberal party's taxation model.
500
The main issue being addressed by the cartoon is:
Justin Trudeau supports equality
Justin Trudeau is dividing Canada
Justin Tudeau is forcing women out of his party
Justin Trudeau didn’t stick to his words and promises
Justin Trudeau didn’t stick to his words and promises
500
The message of the source is that...
the CRF protects terrorists.
500
According to the source, what is a trend when it comes to immigration?
History repeats itself (different groups, same idea)
500
This political cartoon states:
a) Minimum wage should become higher as youth continue to grow and reach for new goals
b) Youth are getting harmed by the minimum wage and companies don’t want to pay youth that amount because of insufficient experience.
c) The higher the minimum wage, the harder youth are trying to attain jobs
d) Due to high minimum wages, youth are being hired more often than adults who need to pay bills
b) Youth are getting harmed by the minimum wage and companies don’t want to pay youth that amount because of insufficient experience.
500
The Main idea in this graph is:
a)The higher the class population, the more you consume.
b)The more money you have, the more you consume.
c)The less money you have, the less the selection
d)The more money have, the more the selection
b)The more money you have, the more you consume.