Pop Culture
What is it called when disinformation spreads quickly on social media?
Fake News
What are the three branches of government and why do we have them?
Executive branch, legislative branch and judicial branch.
Separation of Powers. Ensure that no one person or party has too much control over law-making. Uphold the values of democracy (by the people for the people).
The level(s) of government that takes care of our mail.
The Federal Government
A proposal for a new law or a change to an existing law.
Who does the power belong to in a democracy?
The power belongs to the people
What song by Olivia Rodrigo was number one on the charts in 2021?
Drivers License
What is the title of the parliamentarians that are appointed by the Governor General (advised by the Prime Minister).
Senators
Who are the leaders of the Federal, Provincial and Municipal governments (Toronto).
Mark Carney (Federal)
Doug Ford (Provincial)
Olivia Chow (Municipal)
What two teams need to pass a bill in order for it to become law?
1. The House of Commons
2. The Senate
This document protects rights and freedoms at the federal and provincial level
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms
What Adult Swim cartoon is about a crazy scientist and his grandson?
Rick and Morty
Which branch of government is independent from the other two branches? Why is this?
Judicial Branch. To uphold the Rule of Law. To separate political ideologies from law making (democratic values).
What are the titles of the leaders at each level of government in Canada?
Federal: The Prime Minister
Provincial: The Premier
Municipal: The Mayor
Name the titles of the government officials involved in the legislative process. (3)
Members of Parliament
Senators
Governor General
What is the difference between democratic values and democratic principles?
Values: core beliefs or ideals that uphold democracy.
Principles: Structures and rules that must be followed to uphold democracy.
What’s the secret sauce behind the content you see on social media?
The Algorithm
Which branch: 1. Implements the laws? 2. Makes the Laws? 3. Interprets and enforces the laws?
1. The Executive Branch
2. The Legislative Branch
3. Judicial Branch
Why is it important to understand the responsibilities of each level of government?
Knowing who does what. Being an informed citizen (democratic duty). Ensuring that we are holding the right government officials accountable. Stop the spread of misinformation / disinformation.
Who are the Parliamentarians that cannot draft bills about money / taxes and why can't they?
Senators.
Because they are not elected officials.
To uphold the values of democracy.
Name and describe 2 key duties of citizens in a democracy.
Jury duty, paying taxes, following the law, be an informed citizen
What is the most viewed video on Youtube?
Baby Shark
Why do we have the three branches of government?
Separation of Powers. Ensure that no one person or party has too much control over law-making.
Uphold the values of democracy (by the people for the people).
Name two areas of responsibility that involve all three levels of government.
Police, taxes, natural resources, roads (highways vs roads), laws
Name and describe the seven (7) steps that outline how a bill becomes a law through the legislative process in Canada.
1: First Reading 2: Second Reading 3: Committee Study 4: Report (Final Debate) 5:Third Reading (Final Vote) 6:Other Chamber 7: Royal Assent
Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
John A. Macdonald