Question 1

In the Westminster model of government, what constitutes the core of the parliamentary system?

Accepted Answer

The core of the Westminster model of government is the prime minister and the Cabinet, as they are responsible for the executive functions and are accountable to the parliament.

Question 2

What is the significance of the Royal Proclamation of 1763?

Accepted Answer

The Royal Proclamation of 1763 attempted to protect the interests of Aboriginal peoples by establishing a boundary between Aboriginal territories and British colonies in North America, and requiring British colonists to obtain permission from Aboriginal leaders before settling on Aboriginal lands. It also established a system for negotiating treaties with Aboriginal nations. While the Proclamation did transfer control of Quebec from France to Britain, it did not create a legislative assembly in Quebec or combine French civil law with British criminal law.

Question 3

Newfoundland and Labrador was the last province to be added to Canada.

Accepted Answer

Newfoundland and Labrador joined Canada as a province on March 31, 1949, making it the last province to join Confederation.

Question 4

In terms of initiating a bill, individual members of the House or Representative and the Senate have much less power than the members of the British parliamentary system.

Accepted Answer

They have more power.

Question 5

Which of the following declared that a Dominion Parliament had the power to enact laws having extraterritorial operation?

Accepted Answer

The Statute of Westminster, 1931, declared that the Dominion Parliaments, including Canada's, had the power to enact laws having extraterritorial operation, affirming their legislative independence.

Question 6

What province was NOT part of the Maritime union consideration in the 1860s?

Accepted Answer

Newfoundland and Labrador were not part of the Maritime union consideration in the 1860s, while Prince Edward Island, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick were involved in discussions that led to the formation of the Dominion of Canada in 1867.

Question 7

Which of the following is associated with a judge's appointment process?

Accepted Answer

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Question 8

The ultimate independence of Canada is usually attributed to developments connected to the First World War.

Accepted Answer

During WWI, Canada played a significant role in the war effort and gained recognition on the international stage. This, along with other factors such as expanding democracy and changing attitudes towards the British Empire, contributed to the country's increased autonomy and eventual full independence in 1982.

Question 9

Despite the implementation of the Constitution Act of 1867, the British still controlled Canadian foreign and trade policies.

Accepted Answer

The Constitution Act of 1867 established Canada as a self-governing entity, but it was still considered a British colony and the British government retained control over Canadian foreign and trade policies. It wasn't until the Statute of Westminster in 1931 that Canada gained full sovereignty.

Question 10

The word "confederation" used by the Fathers of Confederation is actually the opposite of its intended meaning.

Accepted Answer

The term "confederation" typically refers to a loose alliance or league of states with a weak central authority, but the Fathers of Confederation aimed to create a strong, centralized federal union, which is somewhat opposite to the traditional meaning of confederation.

Question 11

Unlike the United States, the Canadian constitutional setup serves to inhibit government activity.

Accepted Answer

The setup serves to facilitate government.

Question 12

A form of government including an elected assembly is called a direct democracy.

Accepted Answer

It is called representative government.

Question 13

How is the British parliamentary system distinct from the U.S.presidential-congressional system?

Accepted Answer

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Question 14

The Act of Union united Ontario and Quebec.

Accepted Answer

The Act of Union united Upper and Lower Canada.

Question 15

Which of the following is one of the fundamental principles of the Canadian constitution?

Accepted Answer

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Question 16

The Westminster model is a system of government that provides for a strong legislature.

Accepted Answer

It is a system of government that provides for a strong executive.

Question 17

Which of the following was a recommendation of the Durham Report?

Accepted Answer

The Durham Report recommended the establishment of responsible government, which would give elected officials more power and accountability. The report did not recommend the creation of Prince Edward Island, municipal governing policies, or official bilingualism.

Question 18

Which of the following was created under the 1774 Quebec Act?

Accepted Answer

The 1774 Quebec Act established an appointed council to advise the governor of Quebec, among other provisions. It was designed to organize the governance of the Quebec Province and is not responsible for creating the colony itself, the double majority system, or the Quebec Conference.

Question 19

The role of government in Canada most extensive in the early 1980s.

Accepted Answer

The role of government in Canada was most extensive in the early 1980s. This period was marked by government intervention in industries such as energy, transportation, telecommunications, and banking. The government was also involved in social programs, such as healthcare, education, and the establishment of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.

Question 20

What is the form of government called in which the political executive must maintain the confidence of the elected legislature?

Accepted Answer

A responsible government is one in which the political executive, such as a Prime Minister or Premier, must maintain the confidence of the elected legislature, typically the parliament or assembly. This means that if the government loses the support of the majority of the members in the legislative body, the government will either have to resign or call for new elections. This is a hallmark of parliamentary democracies such as Canada and the United Kingdom.

Quiz 2: Institutional foundations and the evolution of the state