Canadian Values: Citizenship Test Practice Questions
Canadian Values is one of the seven topics in Discover Canada, the official guide every real test question comes from. It covers: The shared values that unite Canadians, including equality of opportunity, respect for the dignity of every person, and the freedoms protected by the Charter.
Of the 280 questions in our practice bank, 40 are Canadian Values questions. On a typical 20-question test you can expect roughly 3 from this topic. Below are 9 sample questions with answers and explanations to show you exactly what to prepare for.
Sample Canadian Values Questions and Answers
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1. In Canada, what does the law say about the status of men and women?
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In Canada, men and women are equal under the law. This is a fundamental principle of Canadian society, enshrined under "The Equality of Women and Men."
2. Which of the following practices does Canada's openness and generosity NOT extend to?
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Canada's openness and generosity do not extend to barbaric cultural practices that tolerate spousal abuse, "honour killings," female genital mutilation, forced marriage or other gender-based violence. Those guilty of these crimes are severely punished under Canada's criminal laws.
3. When was the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms entrenched in the Constitution?
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The Constitution of Canada was amended in 1982 to entrench the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The Charter guarantees fundamental freedoms and sets out additional rights including equality rights for all Canadians.
4. What are newcomers to Canada expected to do when they become Canadian?
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Newcomers are expected to embrace democratic principles such as the rule of law. Some Canadians immigrate from places where they have experienced warfare or conflict, but such experiences do not justify bringing violent, extreme or hateful prejudices to Canada.
5. What does "due process" mean in Canada's legal system?
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Due process is the principle that the government must respect all the legal rights a person is entitled to under the law. Canada's legal system is based on a heritage that includes the rule of law, freedom under the law, democratic principles and due process.
6. What is one responsibility that comes with the right to vote in Canada?
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The right to vote comes with a responsibility to vote in federal, provincial or territorial and local elections. Voting is both a right and a civic duty for Canadian citizens aged 18 and older.
7. What are three key facts about Canada's system of government?
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There are three key facts about Canada's system of government: our country is a federal state, a parliamentary democracy and a constitutional monarchy. In Canada's parliamentary democracy, the people elect members to the House of Commons and to the provincial and territorial legislatures.
8. What is the role of opposition parties in Canada's parliamentary democracy?
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The role of opposition parties is to peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals. This is a fundamental aspect of Canada's parliamentary democracy, ensuring that government actions are scrutinized and debated in the interest of all Canadians.
9. What does the preamble of the Canadian Constitution recognize regarding religion?
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The preamble of the Canadian Constitution states: "Whereas Canada is founded upon principles that recognize the supremacy of God and the rule of law." This phrase underlines the importance of religious traditions to Canadian society and the dignity and worth of the human person.
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