- 1. Canadian history is rich and diverse, spanning thousands of years and including the stories of Indigenous peoples who have lived on the land for generations. From the arrival of European explorers and settlers to the colonial period and eventual Confederation in 1867, Canada's history is marked by both triumphs and challenges. Key events such as the building of the Canadian Pacific Railway, participation in both World Wars, and the adoption of multiculturalism as an official policy have shaped the country we know today. Canadian history also includes important milestones in civil rights, women's rights, and Indigenous rights, highlighting the ongoing journey towards a more inclusive and equitable society.
When did Canada officially become a country?
A) 1920
B) 1901
C) 1867
D) 1953
- 2. Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada?
A) John A. Macdonald
B) Pierre Trudeau
C) William Lyon Mackenzie King
D) Wilfrid Laurier
- 3. Which province is known as the 'Birthplace of Confederation'?
A) Saskatchewan
B) Manitoba
C) Prince Edward Island
D) Alberta
- 4. Which war was a major influence on the shaping of Canada's identity as a nation?
A) Vietnam War
B) Korean War
C) World War I
D) War of 1812
- 5. What is the national animal of Canada?
A) Polar Bear
B) Bison
C) Beaver
D) Moose
- 6. When did women receive the right to vote in federal elections in Canada?
A) 1930
B) 1925
C) 1918
D) 1945
- 7. Which Canadian province became the first to provide universal healthcare in Canada?
A) Saskatchewan
B) British Columbia
C) Ontario
D) Alberta
- 8. What is the highest mountain in Canada?
A) Mount Logan
B) Mount Columbia
C) Mount Waddington
D) Mount Robson
- 9. Who was the first European explorer to reach Canada's east coast?
A) John Cabot
B) Henry Hudson
C) Jacques Cartier
D) Samuel de Champlain
- 10. What was the name of the agreement that established free trade between Canada, the United States, and Mexico?
A) USMCA
B) ASEAN
C) NAFTA
D) CETA
- 11. Which Canadian city experienced a devastating fire in 1917 that destroyed much of the city and caused a large loss of life?
A) Toronto
B) Vancouver
C) Winnipeg
D) Halifax
- 12. Who was the leader of the Métis during the Red River Resistance of 1869-1870?
A) Gabriel Dumont
B) Louis Riel
C) Poundmaker
D) Big Bear
- 13. What is Canada's national winter sport?
A) Figure Skating
B) Ice Hockey
C) Skiing
D) Curling
- 14. Which treaty signed in 1763 saw France cede almost all of its possessions in North America to the British Empire?
A) Treaty of Versailles
B) Treaty of Paris
C) Treaty of Ghent
D) Treaty of Utrecht
- 15. Who was the Canadian artist known for painting the iconic 'The Jack Pine'?
A) Tom Thomson
B) Lawren Harris
C) Emily Carr
D) Alex Colville
- 16. Which Prime Minister introduced the Official Languages Act, making English and French the official languages of Canada?
A) Brian Mulroney
B) Pierre Trudeau
C) Stephen Harper
D) Jean Chrétien
- 17. What year did Canada gain full independence from the United Kingdom?
A) 2001
B) 1982
C) 1967
D) 1995
- 18. Which treaty laid the groundwork for the formation of Canada as a Dominion in 1867?
A) Confederation Act
B) Dominion Act
C) British North America Act
D) Canada Act
- 19. Who was the first female Prime Minister of Canada?
A) Michelle Rempel
B) Kim Campbell
C) Rona Ambrose
D) Lisa Raitt
- 20. What is the national capital of Canada?
A) Montreal
B) Toronto
C) Vancouver
D) Ottawa
- 21. Which Canadian province is known as 'The Rock'?
A) Newfoundland and Labrador
B) Ontario
C) Québec
D) British Columbia
- 22. Who was the first European explorer to travel the St. Lawrence River?
A) Samuel de Champlain
B) Jacques Cartier
C) Henry Hudson
D) John Cabot
- 23. When was the Canadian Pacific Railway completed?
A) 1885
B) 1929
C) 1867
D) 1901
- 24. Which Canadian city hosted the Summer Olympics in 1976?
A) Toronto
B) Calgary
C) Vancouver
D) Montreal
- 25. Which infamous ship sank in the North Atlantic Ocean in 1912 on its maiden voyage?
A) Andrea Doria
B) Lusitania
C) Titanic
D) Empress of Ireland
- 26. Who was the first Canadian astronaut in space?
A) Chris Hadfield
B) Roberta Bondar
C) Julie Payette
D) Marc Garneau
- 27. Which Canadian province is known for its vast oil sands reserves?
A) Manitoba
B) Saskatchewan
C) Alberta
D) Ontario
- 28. Who composed the music for the Canadian national anthem, 'O Canada'?
A) John Beckwith
B) Howard Shore
C) Robert Farnon
D) Calixa Lavallée
- 29. Which Indigenous language is an official language of Nunavut?
A) Ojibwe
B) Cree
C) Mohawk
D) Inuktitut
- 30. What is the significance of the date July 1st in Canada?
A) Remembrance Day
B) Victoria Day
C) Canada Day
D) Thanksgiving
- 31. Which event marked the beginning of the Great Depression in Canada?
A) Stock Market Crash of 1929
B) Roaring Twenties
C) Black Tuesday
D) World War I
- 32. What year was the Statute of Westminster enacted, giving Canada full legislative independence from the United Kingdom?
A) 1931
B) 1945
C) 1982
D) 1867
- 33. Which region of Canada is known for its strong French Canadian heritage?
A) Quebec
B) Alberta
C) New Brunswick
D) Saskatchewan
- 34. Which Indigenous group influenced the formation of Nunavut in 1999?
A) Inuit
B) Cree
C) Dene
D) Metis
- 35. Which indigenous group signed the Numbered Treaties with the Canadian government?
A) First Nations
B) Cree
C) Métis
D) Inuit
- 36. Who was the founder of Quebec City?
A) Louis Riel
B) Samuel de Champlain
C) John Cabot
D) Jacques Cartier
- 37. What event led to the establishment of Manitoba as a province?
A) Red River Rebellion
B) Battle of Vimy Ridge
C) Riel Rebellion
D) Halifax Explosion
- 38. During the War of 1812, which country was Canada fighting against?
A) United States
B) Britain
C) France
D) Spain
- 39. Which Canadian city is known as the oil capital of Canada?
A) Vancouver
B) Edmonton
C) Calgary
D) Toronto
- 40. Who was the first black person elected to the House of Commons of Canada?
A) Michaëlle Jean
B) Lincoln Alexander
C) Viola Desmond
D) Jean Augustine
- 41. Which Canadian city was the capital of Upper Canada and the Province of Canada before Ottawa?
A) Kingston
B) Montreal
C) Toronto
D) Quebec City
- 42. Which group was responsible for the construction of the Canadian Pacific Railway?
A) French settlers
B) Chinese immigrants
C) Indigenous peoples
D) Irish immigrants
- 43. Who was the first female astronaut to fly in space?
A) Julie Payette
B) Marc Garneau
C) Chris Hadfield
D) Roberta Bondar
- 44. Which Canadian province has the only officially bilingual city in Canada?
A) Quebec
B) Alberta
C) Ontario
D) New Brunswick
- 45. Which body of water separates Prince Edward Island from the mainland?
A) Northumberland Strait
B) Gulf of St. Lawrence
C) Hudson Bay
D) Georgian Bay
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