Are You In The Loop With Canadian History?
How well do you know Canada? This quiz has a variety of questions with varying degrees of difficulty. Focus mainly on the last century.
- 1.
What is the capital of Canada?
- A.
Toronto
- B.
Nunavut
- C.
Ottawa
- D.
British Columbia
- E.
Quebec City
Correct Answer
C. OttawaExplanation
Did you know?
Ottawa is where all the parliament buildings are!Rate this question:
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- 2.
What are the two official languages of Canada? (separate by "and" ; use capital letters)
Correct Answer
French and English
English and French
FRENCH AND ENGLISHExplanation
The two official languages of Canada are French and English. Both languages have equal status and are used in government, education, and public services across the country. French and English are taught in schools and are widely spoken by Canadians, with some regions having a higher concentration of French speakers (such as Quebec) and others having a higher concentration of English speakers.Rate this question:
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Who was the first woman elected to the House of Commons in 1921?
Correct Answer
Agnes MacPhail
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Agnes Macphail
MacphailExplanation
Agnes MacPhail was the first woman elected to the House of Commons in 1921. She made history by becoming the first female Member of Parliament in Canada. Her election marked a significant milestone for women's rights and political representation. Agnes MacPhail was a strong advocate for social justice and equality, and she played a crucial role in paving the way for future generations of women in politics.Rate this question:
- 4.
What does FLQ stand for?
- A.
Fleur de Lys Quebec
- B.
Front de Liberation du Quebec
- C.
Finance Liberator Queen
- D.
Fun and Liquor Quest
- E.
Front de Liberator du Quebec
Correct Answer
B. Front de Liberation du QuebecExplanation
The FLQ was a radical group of separatists who used violent means to separate from Canada.Rate this question:
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- 5.
When was Black Tuesday and what did it represent?
- A.
May. 4/1929; when the stock markets crashed
- B.
Oct. 28/1929; when the stocks when stocks went down
- C.
Oct. 29/1929; when Canada opened its immigration doors
- D.
Oct. 29/1929; when the stock markets crashed
- E.
Sept. 1/1929; when the stocks crashed
Correct Answer
D. Oct. 29/1929; when the stock markets crashedExplanation
This was a symptom of the Great DepressionRate this question:
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What were three (3) major inventions of the 1920s in Canada?
- A.
Automobile, t.v, radio
- B.
Automobile, aviation, radio
- C.
Toilet, aviation, t.v
- D.
Gameboy, t.v, computer
Correct Answer
B. Automobile, aviation, radioExplanation
In the 1920s, Canada was prospering, but when the depression hit in the 30s, all countries were falling apart!Rate this question:
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Who won a nobel peace prize for peacemaking during the Suez Crisis?
- A.
William Lyon Mackenzie King
- B.
Fred Loft
- C.
Lester B. Pearson
- D.
Richard Bennett
- E.
Winston Churchill
Correct Answer
C. Lester B. PearsonExplanation
This group was called the UN (United Nations) formed during the Cold War.Rate this question:
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- 8.
What year did the Halifax explosion occur? (year in numbers only please)
Correct Answer
1917Explanation
Boston ended up helping out and supplying Canadians. We celebrate by donating a 'special' Christmas tree from Halifax to Boston each year.Rate this question:
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Easy one to end--> Which is Canada's biggest province?
- A.
Nunavut
- B.
Ontario
- C.
Newfoundland
- D.
British Columbia
- E.
Quebec
Correct Answer
E. QuebecExplanation
Nunavut is the biggest 'territory'.Rate this question:
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