Rights
Responsibilities
Canada vs USA
Vocabulary
Government & Citizenship
100

What document protects citizens' rights in Canada?

Charter of Rights and Freedoms


100

What do citizens pay to fund public services like education and healthcare?

Taxes

100

Who is the Head of Government in Canada?

The Prime Minister

100

What word means "legal process to become a citizen"?

Naturalization

100

Name one service that taxes help fund.

Education, roads, healthcare, police and fire departments, or social programs


200

Name one right guaranteed by the First Amendment in the USA.

Freedom of speech, religion, press, or peaceful protest

200

Name one responsibility that is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.

Voting

200

Who is the Head of Government in the USA?

The President

200

What word means "fair treatment through the legal system"?

Due Process

200

What age do you need to be to vote in Canada and the USA?

18 years old

300

What is the right to a fair and speedy trial called?

Due Process

300

What is the civic duty that requires citizens to serve if selected for legal trials?

Jury Duty

300

Which country uses a constitutional monarchy?

Canada

300

What is the term for "freedoms and protections"?

Rights

300

What is "birthright citizenship"?

Automatic citizenship if born in the country

400

True or False: Freedom of expression is protected in both Canada and the USA.

TRUE

400

True or False: Voting is mandatory in Canada.

FALSE

400

Which country’s Head of State is elected directly by the people?

USA

400

What is the term for "duties expected of citizens"?

Responsibilities

400

What is the Canadian Parliament's law-making branch called?

The Canadian Parliament (specifically, the Legislative Branch)

500

What is the name for protection from discrimination based on race or gender?

Equality Rights or Protection against discrimination

500

In the USA, what responsibility do males aged 18-25 have?

Register for Selective Service (Military draft registration)

500

True or False: Both countries have three government branches (Executive, Legislative, Judicial).

TRUE

500

Find the mistake: "Citizens have the right to break any law."

Correction: Citizens must obey the law; they cannot break any law.

500

Why are both rights and responsibilities necessary for a democracy?

Rights protect freedoms and dignity. Responsibilities ensure fairness and order. Together, they keep democracy strong and functioning.