1.
For 2013, the chair of the planning and environment committee was, for the third year in a row, Bud Polhill. Who was the vice-chair?
Correct Answer
A. Sandy White
2.
In 2013, on which committee(s) did the Fontana 8 have a majority?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above
Explanation
The Fontana 8 had a majority on all of the committees listed: Corporate and Administrative, Planning and Environment, and Investment and Economic prosperity. This means that the Fontana 8 had control and influence over various aspects of decision-making and policy development within the organization or institution.
3.
The Fontana 8 can best be described as
Correct Answer
B. A voting bloc.
Explanation
The correct answer is "A voting bloc." A voting bloc refers to a group of individuals who vote together on certain issues or for specific candidates in order to achieve common goals or advance their shared interests. This term is commonly used in politics to describe a group of voters who align themselves based on specific ideologies, demographics, or issues. The other options, such as a breakfast club, developer lobby, or city hall cafeteria, do not accurately describe the Fontana 8 in the context of a voting bloc.
4.
Who defected from the Fontana 8 this year?
Correct Answer
D. Denise Brown
Explanation
Denise Brown defected from the Fontana 8 this year.
5.
Following the defection, Fontana 8 became known in the media as
Correct Answer
B. Fontana Ate
Explanation
After the defection, Fontana 8 became known in the media as "Fontana Ate" because the word "ate" is a homophone for the number 8. This play on words is a clever and catchy way to refer to Fontana 8 in the media, making it memorable and creating a humorous association with the number.
6.
During the 2013 budget debates, Henderson suggested that the problem of the growing cost of policing could be solved by
Correct Answer
D. Creating an auxiliary police force to be paid $15/hr to issue tickets as a source of revenue.
Explanation
Henderson's suggestion of creating an auxiliary police force to be paid $15/hr to issue tickets as a source of revenue would address the problem of the growing cost of policing. By hiring auxiliary police officers specifically for ticketing purposes, the main police force can focus on more critical tasks while generating additional revenue through ticket fines. This solution not only helps in reducing the cost burden on the police department but also provides an opportunity to increase revenue streams.
7.
What Henderson didn’t realize was that
Correct Answer
C. Both of the above.
Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer "Both of the above" is that Henderson didn't realize that London already has an auxiliary police force and that the law states only sworn officers may issue tickets. Therefore, both statements are true and valid explanations for what Henderson didn't realize.
8.
During the 2013 budget discussions, city treasurer Martin Hayward warned councillors not to use debt to create more expenditures. Who raised the possibility of borrowing more money to deal with tight economic times?
Correct Answer
C. Joe Fontana
Explanation
Joe Fontana raised the possibility of borrowing more money to deal with tight economic times during the 2013 budget discussions.
9.
For some time now, the city has had a “pay as you go” policy. This refers to
Correct Answer
B. Not issuing debt for life cycle expenditures.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Not issuing debt for life cycle expenditures." The explanation for this answer is that the "pay as you go" policy refers to not relying on borrowing or issuing debt to fund life cycle expenditures. Life cycle expenditures refer to costs associated with maintaining and replacing infrastructure or assets over their lifespan. Instead of taking on debt, the city pays for these expenses using available funds or reserves. This approach ensures that the city does not accumulate unnecessary debt and can maintain financial stability in the long run.
10.
To deal with the budget for public housing, Henderson, who sits on the board of the London Middlesex Housing Corporation, suggested that the city should waive the taxes that the public housing complexes have to pay. Apparently he didn’t understand that
Correct Answer
D. B and c.
Explanation
The correct answer is b and c. The explanation for this answer is that public housing complexes do not pay taxes, so waiving taxes for them would not have any effect on their revenue as they do not contribute to it in the first place. Additionally, the city does not have the authority to waive taxes as that decision is typically made by higher levels of government. Therefore, both statements b and c are true.
11.
During committee and council meetings, Ward 14 Councillor Sandy White has a habit of
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.
Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the statement mentions that Ward 14 Councillor Sandy White has a habit of chiding the mayor and fellow councillors, chiding staff, and chiding the public during committee and council meetings. Therefore, all three options are correct.
12.
Most of these chidings have to do with their choice of
Correct Answer
A. Language.
Explanation
The correct answer is Language. Chidings usually refer to criticisms or scoldings, indicating that the subject is being reprimanded for something. Out of the given options, language is the most likely cause for criticism as it is a common area where people can make mistakes or be judged. Dress, associates, and committees may also lead to criticism, but language is the most probable choice as it is a fundamental aspect of communication and can greatly influence how one is perceived.
13.
White herself shocked her colleagues and the public by using the____________ word at council.
Correct Answer
D. N
14.
Later, White apologized for her use of the word, claiming that she had used it on the advice of
Correct Answer
D. Her daughter.
Explanation
The correct answer is Her daughter. This can be inferred from the given sentence, where it is mentioned that White apologized for her use of the word on the advice of someone. Since her daughter is the only person mentioned in the options who could potentially give her advice, it can be concluded that White used the word on the advice of her daughter.
15.
White stepped down from the London Transit Commission over a disagreement about
Correct Answer
C. An advertisement featuring Katy Perry.
16.
The councillor who replaced White on the LTC is
Correct Answer
D. Joni Baechler.
Explanation
The correct answer is Joni Baechler. This is because the question states that the councillor who replaced White on the LTC is Joni Baechler, indicating that she took over the position previously held by White.
17.
White apologized for her behaviour on several occasions. Which one of the following was NOT one of those?
Correct Answer
C. In person at the next council meeting.
Explanation
White apologized for her behavior on several occasions, including on radio and TV, at a press conference on the steps of city hall, and by letter, which was included as part of the agenda at the next council meeting. However, she did not apologize in person at the next council meeting.
18.
Based on her remarks during the media conference, it seems that White’s anger was primarily aimed at
Correct Answer
B. Harold Usher, LTC chair and council’s only visible minority.
Explanation
Based on the information provided, White's anger appears to be primarily directed towards Harold Usher, LTC chair and council's only visible minority. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options mentioned, Larry Ducharme, Katy Perry, and Paul Hubert, are not mentioned in relation to White's anger during the media conference. Therefore, it can be concluded that Harold Usher is the most likely target of White's anger based on the given information.
19.
The contract for dealing with animal issues is held by London Animal Care and Control (LACC). How long has it held that contract?
Correct Answer
D. More than thirty years.
Explanation
The correct answer is "More than thirty years." This suggests that London Animal Care and Control (LACC) has held the contract for dealing with animal issues for a significant amount of time, exceeding thirty years. This indicates that LACC has a long-standing and established relationship with the responsibility of managing animal issues in London.
20.
How many cats are allowed per household under London’s current bylaw?
Correct Answer
D. Two per adult household member
Explanation
London's current bylaw allows for a maximum of two cats per adult household member. This means that if there are two adults living in a household, they are allowed to have a total of four cats. However, if there is only one adult in the household, they are only allowed to have a maximum of two cats.
21.
How many cats are put down (killed) by LACC every year?
Correct Answer
D. Well over 1000.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Well over 1000." This suggests that LACC (presumably an organization or entity) puts down more than 1000 cats every year. The answer implies that the number of cats euthanized by LACC is significantly higher than any of the other given options (200-500, 501-800, and 801-1000).
22.
LACC is owned by
Correct Answer
C. Urban Animal Management, a private for profit business.
Explanation
The correct answer is Urban Animal Management, a private for profit business. This means that LACC, which is not explicitly defined in the question, is owned by Urban Animal Management, a private company that operates for profit. The other options, including The Humane Society and The Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals, are public charities, and The City of London is a governmental entity.
23.
In 2013, a public participation meeting was held on the issue of smoking in public places. Who insulted the PhD student representing the Cancer Society by telling her at the end of her presentation that he wanted to hear about “real” research, not just stuff you get from the Cancer Society or read in the paper?
Correct Answer
A. Dale Henderson
Explanation
Dale Henderson insulted the PhD student representing the Cancer Society by expressing his desire to hear about "real" research rather than information from the Cancer Society or the media.
24.
Which of the following happened as part of the Queen’s Jubilee Awards activities in London?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.
Explanation
All of the given statements happened as part of the Queen's Jubilee Awards activities in London. The first statement states that the mayor nominated all the members of his council. The second statement mentions that a councillor nominated her own son. The third statement indicates that the mayor nominated someone who had been convicted of attempting to bribe members of the council. Therefore, all three statements are true, making the correct answer "All of the above."
25.
What else happened?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.
Explanation
The given answer, "All of the above," is correct because it encompasses all the statements mentioned in the question. The question states that there weren't enough medals to go around, which implies that some people who were promised medals didn't receive them. Additionally, it is mentioned that some councillors redirected the medals to someone else, further supporting the fact that not everyone who was promised medals received them. Therefore, "All of the above" is the correct answer as it includes all the given scenarios.
26.
Which major sponsor(s) did Orchestra London lose for 2013?
Correct Answer
A. General Motors and Western University.
Explanation
Orchestra London lost major sponsorship from General Motors and Western University for the year 2013. This means that these two organizations were no longer providing financial support to the orchestra during that year.
27.
To make up for the loss, the executive director of Orchestra London, approached people with money, including developers, to help out with donations. Who is the salaried executive director of Orchestra London?
Correct Answer
B. Joe Swan
Explanation
Joe Swan is the salaried executive director of Orchestra London. He approached people with money, including developers, to help out with donations in order to make up for the loss.
28.
In the spring of 2013, Trinity Global Support Foundation chaired by Mayor Joe Fontana, was warned by the CRA that it would lose its charitable status and no longer be able to issue tax receipts. How much did it issue in tax receipts in the preceding tax year?
Correct Answer
D. $152,000,000
29.
What reasons did the CRA give for pulling Trinity’s charitable status?
Correct Answer
D. All of the above.
Explanation
The CRA pulled Trinity's charitable status because there were multiple reasons that justified this action. Firstly, too much money was being directed towards the directors, indicating potential financial mismanagement. Secondly, the tax receipts issued by Trinity were inflated, suggesting fraudulent practices. Lastly, there was evidence that too little money was being used for actual charitable activities, indicating a lack of compliance with the requirements for maintaining charitable status. Considering these reasons, the CRA decided to revoke Trinity's charitable status.
30.
How much money had already gone into the pockets of the directors, according to the CRA?
Correct Answer
D. About $8 million
Explanation
According to the CRA, approximately $8 million had already gone into the pockets of the directors.
31.
In order to provide “grossly inflated” tax receipts to its donors, Trinity—through its tax shelter—claimed to purchase
Correct Answer
C. Both of the above
Explanation
Trinity claimed to purchase both pharmaceuticals and computer courseware in order to provide "grossly inflated" tax receipts to its donors. This suggests that Trinity used these purchases as a way to falsely inflate its tax receipts and deceive its donors. By claiming to buy both pharmaceuticals and computer courseware, Trinity may have been able to manipulate its financial records and create the appearance of higher expenses and therefore higher tax deductions.
32.
In 2013, the Ontario ombudsman was asked to investigate another complaint about the mayor and his friends on council having a private meeting. Where was the meeting held?
Correct Answer
B. At Billy T’s, a restaurant on Highbury Ave.
Explanation
The correct answer is "At Billy T’s, a restaurant on Highbury Ave." This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that the Ontario ombudsman was investigating a complaint about the mayor and his friends having a private meeting. It is mentioned that the meeting was held at Billy T's, a restaurant on Highbury Ave. Therefore, this is the correct answer.
33.
Who joined the gathering who were not present at the luncheon the year before?
Correct Answer
C. Joe Swan and Sandy White
Explanation
Joe Swan and Sandy White joined the gathering who were not present at the luncheon the year before.
34.
Who was not there who had been present at the previous meeting in 2012?
Correct Answer
A. Denise Brown
Explanation
Denise Brown was not present at the previous meeting in 2012.
35.
Shortly after 12 noon, the mayor received a call from Polhill who later claimed that
Correct Answer
B. It was a “butt call”.
Explanation
This answer is correct because a "butt call" refers to accidentally dialing someone's number with one's buttocks, usually when the phone is in a pocket or purse. In this case, Polhill claimed that someone had stolen his phone and made the call, but the mayor received the call shortly after 12 noon, suggesting that it was a mistake rather than a deliberate act. Therefore, the most likely explanation is that Polhill accidentally dialed the mayor's number.
36.
The gathering quickly broke up when
Correct Answer
A. Someone learned the Free Press had been called.
Explanation
The correct answer is "Someone learned the Free Press had been called." This means that when someone found out that the Free Press had been called, the gathering quickly broke up. This suggests that the presence of the Free Press was undesirable or caused concern among the attendees, leading to their dispersal.
37.
What reason did Bud Polhill give for being at the restaurant?
Correct Answer
D. He needed help planning a surprise party for his wedding anniversary.
Explanation
Bud Polhill gave the reason for being at the restaurant as needing help planning a surprise party for his wedding anniversary. This implies that he was seeking assistance from someone at the restaurant to plan the party.
38.
How many people complained to the Ombudsman about the second pre-budget secret meeting?
Correct Answer
D. 60
39.
Andre Marin, the Ombudsman, described the inconsistencies of the stories of the councillors at the secret meeting as “twisted as
Correct Answer
C. Legal twerking.”
40.
Because of the inconsistencies in the stories of the councillors at the meeting, the ombudsman decided to hold follow up interviews with them. Stephen Orser was incensed about this because
Correct Answer
D. B and c
Explanation
Stephen Orser was incensed about the ombudsman's decision to hold follow-up interviews with the councillors because it interfered with his delivering fridge magnets to his constituents. Additionally, he was frustrated that the ombudsman's office wouldn't provide him with a transcript of his previous interview before the second one and that they wouldn't allow him to have his lawyer present during the interview. These factors indicate that Stephen Orser was upset about the lack of transparency and fairness in the process, which affected his ability to effectively represent his constituents.
41.
Who threatened to make a motion at council to “fire” the ombudsman as the London private meeting investigator?
Correct Answer
C. StepHen Orser
Explanation
Stephen Orser threatened to make a motion at council to "fire" the ombudsman as the London private meeting investigator.
42.
When it comes to claiming expenses, what do Paul VanMeerbergen, Joni Baechler and Nancy Branscombe have in common?
Correct Answer
A. They don’t claim for mileage or car expenses.
Explanation
Paul VanMeerbergen, Joni Baechler, and Nancy Branscombe have something in common when it comes to claiming expenses - they do not claim for mileage or car expenses. This implies that they either do not use their personal vehicles for work-related purposes or they choose not to seek reimbursement for such expenses. This could be due to various reasons, such as using public transportation or having other means of transportation provided by their employers.
43.
Who has the biggest claims for car allowance and maintenance?
Correct Answer
A. Dale Henderson, StepHen Orser and Bud Polhill.
Explanation
Dale Henderson, Stephen Orser, and Bud Polhill have the biggest claims for car allowance and maintenance because they are the only individuals mentioned in the given options. The other names mentioned, Joni Baechler, Nancy Branscombe, Judy Bryant, Sandy White, Denise Brown, Matt Brown, and Paul Hubert, are not relevant to the question as they are not included in the options for the biggest claims.
44.
Who billed the city for repairs to the transmission on his/her vehicle?
Correct Answer
B. StepHen Orser
Explanation
Stephen Orser billed the city for repairs to the transmission on his vehicle.
45.
Who was the biggest spender on advertising at taxpayers’ expense in 2013?
Correct Answer
A. Sandy White
Explanation
Sandy White was the biggest spender on advertising at taxpayers' expense in 2013.
46.
Who blows a lot of taxpayers’ money on sponsorships, i.e. who spends the most?
Correct Answer
C. Bud Polhill
Explanation
Bud Polhill is the correct answer because he is known for spending a significant amount of taxpayers' money on sponsorships. This suggests that he is the one who spends the most compared to the other options given (Sandy White, Stephen Orser, and Joe Swan).
47.
Under council’s own rules, the maximum that a member is allowed to spend on “gifts”, i.e. trinkets and trash, is
Correct Answer
A. $1,000
Explanation
The correct answer is $1,000. According to the council's rules, the maximum amount that a member is allowed to spend on "gifts" is $1,000.
48.
How much is a councillor allowed to spend at taxpayers’ expense to carry out his/her job?
Correct Answer
C. $15,000
Explanation
A councillor is allowed to spend up to $15,000 at taxpayers' expense to carry out his/her job. This amount is considered reasonable and necessary for the councillor to fulfill their duties and responsibilities effectively. It covers various expenses such as office supplies, travel expenses, communication costs, and other necessary expenditures related to their role as a councillor.
49.
The biggest spender on fridge magnets is
Correct Answer
A. StepHen Orser.
Explanation
Stephen Orser is the biggest spender on fridge magnets because the question states that he is the biggest spender. There is no information provided about the spending habits of the other individuals mentioned, so we can only conclude that Stephen Orser spends the most on fridge magnets based on the given information.
50.
Who is the biggest spender when it comes to hiring assistants to help with constituency work and research?
Correct Answer
D. Joni Baechler
Explanation
Joni Baechler is the biggest spender when it comes to hiring assistants for constituency work and research.