Social 9 - Course Review

Question 1

The Kyoto Protocol was

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The first climate-change plan negotiated by many nations

Question 2

Where does the money come from to pay for social programs?

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Taxes paid by people in society

Question 3

To become a bill, an idea is approved by the Cabinet, and then it is proposed to the

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House of Commons

Question 4

Which of the following is the main reason why First Nations people agreed to Treaties?

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Their way of life was threatened and they wanted protection

Question 5

The way an individual sees himself or herself based on characteristics and values is called:

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Individual identity

Question 6

Members of Parliament represent the constituents of these

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Ridings

Question 7

Judges in the Supreme Court of Canada are __________ and represent Canada's _______.

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appointed; regions

Question 8

Which of the following is not a government position that is appointed?

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Member of Parliament

Question 9

What is the perspective of the First Nations person in this cartoon?

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The problems created by residential schools continue

Question 10

A topic on which well-informed people have different views and perspectives is called?

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Issue

Question 11

Who represents the monarchy in Canada?

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The Governor General (GG in OTT)

Question 12

The Indian Act was passed in parliament without consulting First Nations because of

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Ethnocentrism

Question 13

Expressing your opinion, choosing a religion, organizing peaceful meetings are examples of

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Fundamental Freedoms

Question 14

Immigrants who qualify under refugee status include

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Those escaping persecution/torture/cruel/unusual punishment

Question 15

Which statement best reflects the values of a mixed economy?

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Government helps ensure fair wages, safety and cooperation, All answers are accurate

Question 16

Outlines Canada’s system of government and the civil rights of all Canadian citizens

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Canada's Constitution

Question 17

Once a bill goes from the House of Commons to the Senate, the Senate usually

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passes the bill

Question 18

Which of the following is not an objective of the YCJA?

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Treat youth the same as adult offenders

Question 19

When you purchase a product, you are supporting

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Jobs at many levels of production

Question 20

Official Language Minority Education rights would be responsible for...

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A French school in Alberta

Question 21

Immigrants who qualify under economic status include

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Skilled workers and business people

Question 22

At what age can a young person be tried as an adult under the YCJA?

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14

Question 23

What piece of legislation affirms collective rights for the Metis people of Canada?

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Charter of Rights and Freedoms, 1982

Question 24

Two concepts that are closely related to values associated with a market economy are

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Individualism & private ownership

Question 25

The women in the photo are protesting a situation where the following rights were violated.

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Equality Rights & Democratic Rights

Question 26

First Nations perspectives on immigration policy are based on

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Charter of Rights protection of FNMI collective rights

Question 27

Immigrants who qualify under "family status" include

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Spouses, parents/children/grandchildren of Canadian citizens

Question 28

The person in this photo is a member of which branches of gov't?

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Executive and Legislative Branches

Question 29

Which of the following is NOT an objective of the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, 2002?

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Restrict employment opportunities for FNMI Canadians

Question 30

To be accountable means to...

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be responsible for your actions and decisons

Question 31

This image was created as part of a

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Boycott of Nike shoes

Question 32

Members of this chamber are chosen through and accountable to...

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Elections; Constituents

Question 33

An appointed group in Canada's government; in the both the Executive and Legislative branches

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Cabinet Ministers

Question 34

FNMI, Francophones and Angolphones have collective rights in Canada because they are

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Are Canada's founding peoples

Question 35

Which of the following statements about the Senate is false?

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Senate cannot defeat bills once passed in House of Commons

Question 36

Which statement best reflects the values of a planned economy?

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The resources of the state should be shared equally.

Question 37

Members of the House of Commons are _______ and represent their ___________

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elected; constituents

Question 38

A family that always buys Dodge Trucks demonstrates how consumerism is part of

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Identity

Question 39

In 2003, the YCJA replaced the _____ as the legislation for youth under age 18.

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Young Offenders Act

Question 40

The right to move around within Canada, along with the right to leave and return to Canada

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Mobility Rights

Question 41

If a party wins less than 50% of the seats but wins the MOST seats, we have a ______ government

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minority

Question 42

How does the Quebec Accord affect immigration to Canada?

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All answers listed are correct

Question 43

A government that reduces spending by cutting social programs best reflects what value?

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Individualism

Question 44

The right to vote for members of the House of Commons and for a new government every 5 years.

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Democratic Rights

Question 45

What was significant about the Singh decision?

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the Supreme Court decided that all refugees get a hearing

Question 46

Which of the following is not a factor that determines the consequences for young offenders?

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The gender of the young person

Question 47

Which of the following immigration categories has the largest %age of immigrants to Canada?

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Economic Immigrants

Question 48

Why does the government provide social programs in mixed economies?

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People unable to meet their needs are given government help

Question 49

Which of the following is the best example of an environment issue?

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Examining how much a new business will pollute air & water

Question 50

The economic activity taxed by government to pay for services and programs is called

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Tax base

Social 9 - Course Review

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Social 9 - Course Review

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