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What Animal Is Featured on Canada’s Five-Cent Coin?
1
Beaver
2
Polar Bear
3
Loon
4
Moose
The beaver was designated as Canada’s official animal symbol in 1975 because of its historic role in the fur trade.
What Year Did Canada Become a Country?
1
1812
2
1867
3
1901
4
1776
Canada became a self-governing dominion on July 1, 1867, through the British North America Act.
Who Is the Current Prime Minister of Canada?
1
Jagmeet Singh
2
Stephen Harper
3
Pierre Poilievre
4
Justin Trudeau
Justin Trudeau became Prime Minister in 2015 and leads the Liberal Party of Canada.
What Is the Capital City of Canada?
1
Toronto
2
Vancouver
3
Ottawa
4
Montreal
Ottawa, located in Ontario, was chosen as Canada’s capital by Queen Victoria in 1857.
What’s Canada’s National Winter Sport?
1
Speed Skating
2
Skiing
3
Curling
4
Ice Hockey
Ice hockey was officially declared Canada’s national winter sport in 1994 due to its massive popularity and heritage.
Which Canadian Province Is Officially Bilingual?
1
New Brunswick
2
Manitoba
3
Quebec
4
Ontario
New Brunswick is Canada’s only officially bilingual province, recognizing both English and French equally in all services.
Who Was Canada’s First Prime Minister?
1
John A. Macdonald
2
William Lyon Mackenzie King
3
Wilfrid Laurier
4
Lester B. Pearson
Sir John A. Macdonald was the first Prime Minister, serving from 1867 to 1873 and again from 1878 to 1891.
What’s the Name of Canada’s National Police Force?
1
Canadian Armed Constables
2
Dominion Patrol
3
Royal Canadian Mounted Police
4
Toronto Police Service
The RCMP, or “Mounties,” serve as Canada’s federal police and are famous for their red serge uniforms and wide-brimmed hats.
What’s Canada’s Longest River?
1
River
2
Ottawa River
3
Mackenzie River
4
St. Lawrence River
The Mackenzie River in the Northwest Territories is Canada’s longest, flowing 1,738 kilometers into the Arctic Ocean.
What’s a Traditional Quebec Meat Pie Called?
1
Poutine
2
Nanaimo Bar
3
Tourtière
4
Bannock
Tourtière is a spiced meat pie traditionally served during the holidays, especially in French Canadian households.
Who Is Featured on the Canadian $10 Bill?
1
Terry Fox
2
Wayne Gretzky
3
Viola Desmond
4
Queen Elizabeth II
Viola Desmond, a civil rights activist, appears on Canada’s vertical $10 bill introduced in 2018.
Which Canadian Band Sang “Tom Sawyer”?
1
Nickelback
2
Rush
3
The Tragically Hip
4
Arcade Fire
Rush, a legendary Canadian rock trio, released “Tom Sawyer” in 1981 as one of their biggest hits.
What Is Poutine Made of?
1
Fries, gravy, cheese curds
2
Rice, maple syrup, bacon
3
Mashed potatoes and gravy
4
Cheese, bread, ham
Poutine is a Canadian comfort food dish consisting of fries topped with gravy and squeaky cheese curds.
Which Leaf Is on the Canadian Flag?
1
Pine
2
Maple
3
Birch
4
Oak
The iconic red maple leaf on Canada’s flag symbolizes peace, unity, and the natural beauty of the country.
Which Canadian Invented Insulin?
1
Norman Bethune
2
Frederick Banting
3
Alexander Graham Bell
4
David Suzuki
Frederick Banting co-discovered insulin in 1921, revolutionizing diabetes treatment worldwide.
What’s the Name of Canada’s National Anthem?
1
God Save the Queen
2
The Maple Leaf Forever
3
O Canada
4
True North Strong
“O Canada” became the official national anthem in 1980 after being sung informally for decades.
What’s the Most Populated City in Canada?
1
Toronto
2
Calgary
3
Vancouver
4
Montreal
Toronto is the largest city in Canada, with over 2.7 million residents in the city proper.
What’s the Indigenous Name for Canada’s Capital, Ottawa?
1
Haida
2
Cree
3
Odawa
4
Inuktitut
Ottawa is named after the Algonquin word “Odawa,” meaning “to trade,” reflecting its Indigenous roots and history.
What Is Canada’s Smallest Province by Land Area?
1
Nova Scotia
2
Prince Edward Island
3
New Brunswick
4
Newfoundland and Labrador
PEI is the smallest province, both in land area and population, but known for its agriculture and beaches.
What’s the Name of the Inuit Territory in Northern Canada?
1
Nunavut
2
Labrador
3
Northwest Territories
4
Yukon
Nunavut was created in 1999 as a self-governed Inuit territory to preserve culture and traditional ways of life.
Who Was Canada’s First Female Prime Minister?
1
Rachel Notley
2
Margaret Trudeau
3
Kim Campbell
4
Adrienne Clarkson
Kim Campbell briefly served as Canada’s first and only female Prime Minister in 1993 for just over four months.
What Is the Highest Mountain in Canada?
1
Mount Columbia
2
Mount Logan
3
Mount Saint Elias
4
Mount Robson
Mount Logan in the Yukon is Canada’s tallest peak at 5,959 meters, located in Kluane National Park.
What Is a Double-Double in Canadian Slang?
1
Two overtime goals
2
Back-to-back hockey wins
3
Coffee with two creams and two sugars
4
Double cheeseburger
A double-double is a popular Tim Hortons order: coffee with two creams and two sugars.
What’s the Name of Canada’s National Police Musical Ride?
1
RCMP Musical Ride
2
Mountie Pageant
3
Red Serge Parade
4
Canadian Stables Show
The RCMP Musical Ride performs synchronized cavalry drills and represents Canadian heritage at fairs and national events.
Who Founded the City of Montreal?
1
Paul de Chomedey
2
Samuel de Champlain
3
Jacques Cartier
4
Jean Talon
Paul de Chomedey, Sieur de Maisonneuve, founded Montreal in 1642 as a mission settlement.
What Do Canadians Celebrate on July 1st?
1
Remembrance Day
2
Victoria Day
3
Canada Day
4
Thanksgiving
Canada Day celebrates the formation of the Dominion of Canada in 1867 with parades, concerts, and fireworks.
Which Animal Is NOT on the Canadian Coat of Arms?
1
Unicorn
2
Moose
3
Lion
4
Beaver
The moose and lion are included, but the beaver is not officially part of the coat of arms.
Which Canadian Pop Star Released “Sorry”?
1
Drake
2
Carly Rae Jepsen
3
Shawn Mendes
4
Justin Bieber
Justin Bieber’s “Sorry” became an international hit in 2015, topping charts in multiple countries.
Which City Is Home to the Calgary Stampede?
1
Regina
2
Calgary
3
Edmonton
4
Winnipeg
The Calgary Stampede is an annual rodeo and festival held every July, known as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on Earth.”
What’s Canada’s Currency Called?
1
Dominion Pound
2
Canadian Dollar
3
Canadian Franc
4
Loonie
Canada uses the Canadian Dollar (CAD), and the one-dollar coin is commonly nicknamed the “loonie.”
What Is a Toque in Canada?
1
A moose horn
2
A pancake
3
A snowshoe
4
A winter hat
A toque is a warm knitted cap worn during Canada’s long, cold winters.
Which Province Has the Most French Speakers?
1
Manitoba
2
New Brunswick
3
Quebec
4
Ontario
Quebec is the heart of French-speaking Canada and maintains strong Francophone culture and language protections.
What Sport Is Wayne Gretzky Famous for?
1
Soccer
2
Baseball
3
Football
4
Hockey
Wayne Gretzky, known as “The Great One,” holds countless NHL records and is considered hockey’s greatest player.
Which Canadian City Hosted the 2010 Winter Olympics?
1
Vancouver
2
Toronto
3
Calgary
4
Quebec City
The 2010 Winter Olympics took place in Vancouver and nearby Whistler, British Columbia.
Who Painted “The Jack Pine”?
1
Emily Carr
2
Lawren Harris
3
A.Y. Jackson
4
Tom Thomson
Tom Thomson’s “The Jack Pine” is an iconic example of early 20th-century Canadian landscape painting.
What Do You Call a Sandwich Made With Thinly Sliced Montreal Beef?
1
Canadian club
2
Beaver tail
3
Pastrami deluxe
4
Smoked meat sandwich
A Montreal smoked meat sandwich is a deli specialty made with seasoned, cured, and steamed beef brisket.
What Is “Nanaimo Bar”?
1
A Canadian cocktail
2
A sports bar in BC
3
A no-bake dessert
4
A cheese-filled pastry
The Nanaimo Bar is a layered, no-bake dessert originating from Nanaimo, British Columbia.
Which Bird Is Canada’s National Symbol?
1
Loon
2
Eagle
3
Owl
4
Canada Goose
While the loon appears on currency, the Canada Goose is commonly associated with Canadian wilderness and migration.
What Canadian Created Basketball?
1
James Naismith
2
Steve Nash
3
Donovan Bailey Gordie Howe
4
Donovan Bailey Gordie Howe
James Naismith invented basketball in 1891 while working as a physical education instructor in Massachusetts.
What Ocean Borders Canada to the West?
1
Indian
2
Pacific
3
Arctic
4
Atlantic
The Pacific Ocean forms Canada’s western coastline, home to major ports like Vancouver and Victoria.
Which Famous Waterfall Straddles the U. S. -Canada Border?
1
Niagara Falls
2
Athabasca Falls
3
Montmorency Falls
4
Kakabeka Falls
Niagara Falls is a major tourist attraction shared between Ontario and New York State.
Which Canadian Prime Minister Won a Nobel Peace Prize?
1
Justin Trudeau
2
Lester B. Pearson
3
Jean Chrétien
4
Brian Mulroney
Pearson received the Nobel Peace Prize in 1957 for organizing the UN peacekeeping mission during the Suez Crisis.
What Is the Indigenous Name for Canada?
1
Nunavut
2
Inuvik
3
Okanagan
4
Kanata
“Kanata” means “village” or “settlement” in the Iroquoian language and inspired the name “Canada.”
What Is Canada’s National Tree?
1
Spruce
2
Birch
3
Pine
4
Maple
The maple tree is a national symbol of Canada and is featured on the flag and many products.
Which Canadian Won an Oscar for Directing “Titanic”?
1
James Cameron
2
Denis Villeneuve
3
Atom Egoyan
4
David Cronenberg
James Cameron, born in Ontario, directed “Titanic” and “Avatar,” both box office record-breakers.
What Is the CN Tower?
1
A museum
2
A ski resort
3
A communication and observation tower
4
An underwater tunnel
The CN Tower in Toronto was once the world’s tallest freestanding structure and remains a major tourist attraction.
What’s Canada’s Westernmost Province?
1
British Columbia
2
Saskatchewan
3
Manitoba
4
Alberta
British Columbia borders the Pacific Ocean and is known for its mountains, forests, and coastal cities.
What Major Retailer Was Founded in Canada in 1922?
1
Hudson’s Bay
2
Canadian Tire
3
Roots
4
Tim Hortons
Canadian Tire began in 1922 and sells automotive, hardware, and home goods across Canada.
What Is the Name of the Popular Canadian Potato Chip Flavor?
1
Salt and Vinegar
2
Sour Cream
3
Ketchup
4
Buffalo
Ketchup-flavored chips are a unique and beloved Canadian snack rarely found in other countries.
Which Province Produces the Most Maple Syrup?
1
Nova Scotia
2
Quebec
3
New Brunswick
4
Ontario
Quebec produces about 70% of the world’s maple syrup, making it a global leader in the sweet industry.
What Is the Name of Canada’s Parliamentary Building?
1
Government House
2
Parliament Hill
3
Federal Square
4
Confederation Center
Parliament Hill in Ottawa houses Canada’s Senate and House of Commons, overlooking the Ottawa River.
What Iconic Canadian Food Is Shaped Like a Flattened Doughnut?
1
Nanaimo Bar
2
BeaverTails
3
Poutine
4
Butter Tart
BeaverTails are deep-fried, oval pastries served with sweet toppings and popular at fairs and winter festivals.
Who Is Canada’s Head of State?
1
Justin Trudeau
2
King Charles III
3
Pierre Poilievre
4
The Governor General
Canada is a constitutional monarchy, and King Charles III is the ceremonial head of state.
What Year Did Nunavut Officially Become a Territory?
1
1982
2
1999
3
1975
4
2005
Nunavut was separated from the Northwest Territories in 1999 to reflect Indigenous self-governance and Inuit culture.
What Canadian Actor Voices Deadpool?
1
Ryan Reynolds
2
Jim Carrey
3
Seth Rogen
4
Keanu Reeves
Ryan Reynolds, born in Vancouver, plays the sarcastic superhero Deadpool in Marvel’s blockbuster movie series.
What’s the Name of the National Indigenous Celebration on June 21?
1
Orange Shirt Day
2
Truth and Reconciliation Day
3
Red River Day
4
National Indigenous Peoples Day
National Indigenous Peoples Day honors the cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis across Canada.
What’s the Name of the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation’s French-Language Network?
1
TVA
2
TéléQuébec
3
Radio-Canada
4
SRC
Radio-Canada is the French counterpart of CBC, offering news, culture, and entertainment across the Francophone population.
Which Canadian Province Is Known as the “Land of Living Skies”?
1
Saskatchewan
2
Nova Scotia
3
Manitoba
4
Alberta
Saskatchewan’s flat landscape offers dramatic cloud formations and sunsets, earning its poetic provincial motto.
What Was Canada’s First National Park?
1
Gros Morne
2
Yoho
3
Banff
4
Jasper
Banff National Park in Alberta was established in 1885, making it Canada’s oldest and most visited national park.
Which Hockey Team Has Won the Most Stanley Cups?
1
Vancouver Canucks
2
Montreal Canadiens
3
Toronto Maple Leafs
4
Edmonton Oilers
The Montreal Canadiens have won 24 Stanley Cups, the most in NHL history.
What Is Canada’s Second-Largest City by Population?
1
Vancouver
2
Calgary
3
Montreal
4
Ottawa
Montreal is Canada’s second-largest city and the largest Francophone city in North America.
What Is “Canadian Tuxedo” Slang for?
1
Maple Leaf suit
2
Formal hockey jersey
3
Denim on denim outfit
4
Plaid lumberjack gear
A “Canadian tuxedo” jokingly refers to wearing a denim jacket with denim jeans — a full denim ensemble.
Who Was the First Canadian Astronaut in Space?
1
David Saint-Jacques
2
Roberta Bondar
3
Chris Hadfield
4
Marc Garneau
Marc Garneau became the first Canadian in space in 1984 aboard the Challenger shuttle.
What Lake Borders Both Ontario and the U. S.?
1
Lake Ontario
2
Great Bear Lake
3
Lake Winnipeg
4
Lake Simcoe
Lake Ontario is one of the Great Lakes and borders both Ontario and New York State.
What Canadian Poet Wrote “The Cremation of Sam McGee”?
1
Margaret Atwood
2
Michael Ondaatje
3
Leonard Cohen
4
Robert W. Service
Robert W. Service’s Yukon-themed poetry became legendary during the Klondike Gold Rush.
What Is the Bay of Fundy Known for?
1
Warmest water
2
Oldest fossils
3
Largest sand dunes
4
World’s highest tides
The Bay of Fundy between New Brunswick and Nova Scotia has the highest tidal range in the world.
What Canadian Holiday Honors Veterans on November 11?
1
Thanksgiving
2
Remembrance Day
3
Flag Day
4
Canada Day
Remembrance Day honors the sacrifices of soldiers and marks the end of World War I in 1918.
What Canadian City Is Famous for Its Underground Pedestrian Network?
1
Montreal
2
Toronto
3
Halifax
4
Calgary
Montreal’s “RESO” system includes over 30 kilometers of climate-controlled underground walkways for shopping and commuting.
Who Is the Canadian Singer Behind “Man! I Feel Like a Woman! ”?
1
Shania Twain
2
Celine Dion
3
Joni Mitchell
4
Avril Lavigne
Shania Twain, the “Queen of Country Pop,” hails from Ontario and has sold over 100 million records worldwide.
What’s Canada’s Largest Island?
1
Prince Edward Island
2
Baffin Island
3
Vancouver Island
4
Victoria Island
Baffin Island in Nunavut is Canada’s largest island and the fifth-largest island in the world.
What Color Is Canada’s One-Dollar Coin?
1
Green
2
Gold
3
Bronze
4
Silver
The loonie is a gold-colored coin with a common loon image, introduced in 1987.
What Is the Legal Drinking Age in Most of Canada?
1
19
2
21
3
18
4
20
The legal drinking age is 19 in most provinces, though Alberta, Quebec, and Manitoba set it at 18.
Who Was the First Indigenous Governor General of Canada?
1
Michaëlle Jean
2
Adrienne Clarkson
3
RoseAnne Archibald
4
Mary Simon
Mary Simon was appointed in 2021 as Canada’s first Indigenous Governor General, representing the Crown in Canada.
What’s the Name of Canada’s Space Agency?
1
Maple Aerospace
2
Canada Space Network
3
Canadian Space Agency
4
Northern Aeronautics Program
The Canadian Space Agency (CSA) was created in 1989 and contributes to missions like the Canadarm and Artemis.
Which Famous Children’s Show Was Created by a Canadian?
1
Blue’s Clues
2
Mr. Dressup
3
Barney
4
Sesame Street
Mr. Dressup, starring Ernie Coombs, was a Canadian TV icon loved by generations of children.
What’s the Traditional Indigenous Dwelling in the Prairies?
1
Longhouse
2
Hogan
3
Igloo
4
Tipi
Tipis were used by Plains First Nations and designed to be portable and withstand strong prairie winds.
What Does the Red Poppy Symbolize in Canada?
1
National pride
2
Spring celebration
3
Remembrance and sacrifice
4
Peacekeeping
The red poppy is worn in November to honor fallen soldiers and support veterans through the Royal Canadian Legion.
What Canadian Author Wrote “The Handmaid’s Tale”?
1
Alice Munro
2
Margaret Atwood
3
Ann-Marie MacDonald
4
Miriam Toews
Margaret Atwood’s dystopian novel “The Handmaid’s Tale” was published in 1985 and remains globally influential.
What Does the Phrase “the True North Strong and Free” Come From?
1
O Canada
2
The Last Spike speech
3
Canadian Constitution
4
RCMP motto
“The true north strong and free” is a patriotic line from the national anthem “O Canada.”
What Canadian Dish Uses a Sweetened Pastry Filled With Syrup and Raisins?
1
Sugar Pie
2
Nanaimo Bar
3
Butter Tart
4
Maple Tart
The butter tart is a Canadian dessert staple with a flaky crust and gooey filling, often including raisins.
What’s the Capital of British Columbia?
1
Vancouver
2
Kelowna
3
Surrey
4
Victoria
Victoria, located on Vancouver Island, is the capital of British Columbia and a popular tourist destination.
What Is the Primary Indigenous Group of the Arctic Region?
1
Métis
2
Cree
3
Inuit
4
Haida
The Inuit inhabit Arctic regions and have unique traditions suited to the northern climate and environment.
What Is the French Name for the Province of Quebec?
1
Quebik
2
Quebeque
3
Québec
4
Quebéc
“Québec” is both the French and English spelling, though pronunciation and accents vary regionally.
What Does the Hudson’s Bay Company Logo Feature?
1
A coat of arms
2
A fur trapper
3
Four beavers
4
A maple leaf
The Hudson’s Bay Company logo shows a traditional coat of arms reflecting its British roots and fur trade history.
What Treaty Established Canada’s Independence From the UK?
1
Treaty of Versailles
2
British North America Act
3
Constitution Act
4
Statute of Westminster
The 1931 Statute of Westminster gave Canada legal autonomy, allowing it to pass laws independently of Britain.
Who Was Terry Fox?
1
Astronaut
2
Cancer activist and marathon runner
3
Prime Minister
4
Environmentalist
Terry Fox inspired millions with his Marathon of Hope, raising awareness and funds for cancer research.
What’s the French Name for Canada?
1
Canadien
2
Pays du Nord
3
Le Canada
4
La Canada
In French, Canada is referred to as “Le Canada,” used in all Francophone federal services and institutions.
What Is the Name of Canada’s Public Healthcare System?
1
Medicare
2
CanCare
3
True North Wellness
4
Maple Health
Canada’s universal public healthcare system is commonly referred to as Medicare and is publicly funded through taxes.
What Kind of Music Is Céline Dion Known for?
1
Pop ballads
2
Jazz
3
Country
4
Hip hop
Céline Dion is a global superstar known for emotional pop ballads like “My Heart Will Go On.”
What Canadian City Has the Largest Population of Chinese Canadians?
1
Vancouver
2
Calgary
3
Ottawa
4
Toronto
Toronto has the largest Chinese Canadian population by absolute numbers, though Vancouver has the highest percentage.
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