British North America Act, 1867 Quiz
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What must the Governor General do after assenting to a Bill in the Queen's Name?

  • Send an authentic copy of the Act to one of Her Majesty's Principal Secretaries of State. (correct)
  • Publish the Act in the official government gazette.
  • Wait for two years before taking any action.
  • Send a copy of the Act to local authorities.

    • What happens if the Queen in Council disallows an Act within two years of receipt?

  • The Act is annulled from the day of Signification. (correct)
  • The Act is automatically approved.
  • The Act is reviewed by a special committee.
  • The Act remains in force until a new bill is passed.

    • Under what condition does a Bill reserved for the Signification of the Queen's Pleasure gain force?

  • After it is publicly announced by the Governor General.
  • When it is passed by the Senate only.
  • When approved by a simple majority in Parliament.
  • When it receives the Assent of the Queen in Council within two years. (correct)

    • What document must be made for every Speech, Message, or Proclamation regarding the Assent of the Queen?

    <p>A duplicate duly attested to be kept among the Records of Canada.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What action must the Governor General take if an Act is disallowed by the Queen?

    <p>Signify the disallowance by Speech or Message to Parliament.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the primary reason for the union of the Provinces of Canada, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick as stated in the act?

    <p>To enhance the welfare of the provinces and interests of the British Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provinces was NOT included in the initial union under the British North America Act, 1867?

    <p>British Columbia</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who had the authority to declare the union of the provinces as per the Act?

    <p>The Queen with the Advice of Her Majesty's Privy Council.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to the Act, how long after its passing could the union be declared?

    <p>Not more than 6 months.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the term 'Dominion' refer to in the context of the British North America Act, 1867?

    <p>A federated territory within the British Empire.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was provided for in the act regarding future expansions of the federation?

    <p>Admission of other parts of British North America could be eventually made.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did the Act refer to the Queen's successors?

    <p>Provisions extended to the Heirs and Successors of the Queen.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the short title by which the British North America Act, 1867 is referenced?

    <p>The British North America Act, 1867</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the four Provinces that Canada is divided into as per the provisions?

    <p>Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, New Brunswick</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the rationale for distinguishing populations every ten years?

    <p>To track population growth trends</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is vested with the Executive Government and Authority of Canada?

    <p>The Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which council aids and advises in the Government of Canada?

    <p>Queen's Privy Council for Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role does the Governor General play according to the provisions?

    <p>Exercises powers with advice from the Privy Council</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What title is given to the legislative body of Canada?

    <p>Parliament of Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which city is designated as the Seat of Government of Canada?

    <p>Ottawa</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which power is stated to continue to be vested in the Queen?

    <p>Command of Armed Forces</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the time frame for the decennial census as mandated?

    <p>Every ten years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to appoint Deputies under the Queen's authorization?

    <p>The Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two former provinces are combined to form Ontario and Quebec?

    <p>Upper Canada and Lower Canada</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which title is given to the upper house of Canada's Parliament?

    <p>Senate</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How are members of the Queen's Privy Council selected?

    <p>Appointed by the Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum age requirement to become a Senator in Canada?

    <p>30 years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Senators represent each of the Maritime Provinces in Canada?

    <p>12 Senators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the function of the Privy Council in relation to the Governor General?

    <p>To advise on the exercise of powers</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the total maximum number of Senators allowed in the Senate of Canada?

    <p>78 Senators</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition can the number of Senators be increased according to the provisions outlined?

    <p>On recommendation of the Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What property value must a Senator possess to qualify for the position?

    <p>$4,000</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a qualification to become a Senator?

    <p>Political party membership</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How often must the Parliament of Canada hold a Session?

    <p>Once every year</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the tenure of a Senator in Canada?

    <p>Lifetime appointment</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following does NOT represent a qualification for a Senator relating to residency?

    <p>Residence in Ontario to represent Quebec</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who has the authority to summon Senators to the Senate?

    <p>The Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must happen if the number of Senators exceeds the prescribed maximum?

    <p>No new Senators can be summoned until the number is reduced</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the process for resigning from the Senate?

    <p>Written notice to the Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Canada, how many divisions is the Senate composed of for provincial representation?

    <p>Three Divisions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which group of individuals is summoned first to the Senate?

    <p>Persons approved by the Queen</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for issuing Writs for the First Election of Members to the House of Commons?

    <p>The Governor General</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens in case of a vacancy in the House of Commons before the meeting of Parliament?

    <p>The provisions for issuing and returning a Writ apply.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When must the House of Commons elect a Speaker after a General Election?

    <p>As soon as practicable</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the quorum for a meeting of the House of Commons?

    <p>Twenty members</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who presides over all meetings of the House of Commons?

    <p>The Speaker</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is required for the House of Commons to make a decision on questions arising?

    <p>Majority excluding the Speaker's vote</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How long does each House of Commons continue after the Writs for choosing the House are returned?

    <p>Five years</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is representation adjusted after each decennial Census?

    <p>By Parliament according to specified rules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Governor General regarding money votes in the House of Commons?

    <p>To recommend money votes before they can be passed</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens if the Speaker is absent for more than forty-eight hours?

    <p>Another member can act as Speaker.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What power does the Governor General have regarding Bills presented for Royal Assent?

    <p>To declare assent based on personal discretion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How is the number of Members for each Province determined during representation readjustment?

    <p>Proportionate to Quebec's representation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must occur for a reduction in the number of Members for a Province during readjustment?

    <p>A proportionate decrease in population exceeding one-twentieth part</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What happens to a Senator who fails to attend for two consecutive sessions?

    <p>His place becomes vacant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following actions would cause a Senator to vacate their seat?

    <p>Taking an oath of allegiance to a foreign power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under what condition is a Senator not considered to have ceased qualifications regarding residence?

    <p>If he lives at the Seat of Government while holding an office.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who is responsible for filling a vacancy in the Senate?

    <p>The Governor General.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum number of Senators required to constitute a meeting of the Senate?

    <p>Fifteen Senators.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In the Senate, how are questions typically decided?

    <p>By a simple majority.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which entity decides questions related to the qualification of a Senator?

    <p>The Senate itself.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many Members are there in the House of Commons?

    <p>181 Members.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following provinces is allocated the highest number of Members in the House of Commons?

    <p>Ontario.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What requirement must be met for a Male British Subject aged twenty-one or older to vote in the District of Algoma?

    <p>He must be a householder.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Speaker of the Senate?

    <p>To vote only in tie situations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Under the existing laws, which of the following areas does not concern the qualifications of voters in the House of Commons?

    <p>Voter eligibility for local elections.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the consequence for a Senator who is adjudged bankrupt?

    <p>His Senate position becomes vacant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following is NOT a reason for a Senator's position to become vacated?

    <p>Change of political party.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In how many electoral districts is Quebec divided for the election of Members to the House of Commons?

    <p>65 electoral districts.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    British North America Act, 1867: Key Provisions

    • Purpose: Unification of Canada, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick into a single Dominion under the British Crown.
    • Union Proclamation: The Queen, advised by the Privy Council, can declare the union, with a six-month timeframe.
    • Formation of Canada: Canada's inception on the proclaimed date, comprising the three original provinces and others as they joined.
    • Province Divisions: Canada becomes four provinces—Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
    • Quebec and Ontario split: Upper and Lower Canada portions become separate provinces.
    • Provincial Limits: Nova Scotia and New Brunswick boundaries remain the same as in 1867.
    • Decennial Census: A census of Canada and its provinces is mandated every ten years starting in 1871.

    Executive Power

    • Executive Authority: The Queen holds executive power vested in Canada.
    • Governor General: The Governor General acts on behalf of the Queen.
    • Privy Council: A Council, known as the Queen's Privy Council for Canada, advises the Governor General. Membership is appointed and removable.
    • Transferred Powers: Powers of the Governors and Lieutenant Governors of the constituent provinces, including the exercise of advice, consent, or combined councils within provincial legislation, are transferred to the Governor General, in conjunction with the Privy Council, and subject to amendment by the Canadian Parliament.
    • Governor General in Council: The Governor General acts through the Privy Council.
    • Deputy Appointments: The Queen can authorize the Governor General to appoint deputies to exercise some of the Governor General's powers.
    • Armed Forces: The Queen retains command of Canada’s military forces.
    • Seat of Government: Ottawa is the stated capital until further notification.

    Legislative Power

    • Parliament: Canada has a parliament comprising the Queen, Senate, and House of Commons.
    • House Privileges: Senate and House of Commons members' privileges and powers align with the British Parliament, but are subject to modification by the Canadian Parliament, subject to a limit under the Act.
    • First Session: Parliament must convene within six months of the Union.
    • Annual Sessions: There must be at least one parliamentary session per year , with no more than twelve months between sessions.

    Senate

    • Structure: 72 Senators, representing three equal divisions of Canada.
    • Provinicial Representation: Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritime Provinces are equally represented in the Senate.
    • Senator Qualifications: Age (30), citizenship (either natural-born or naturalised before the Act), land ownership requirements, financial constraints, residence.
    • Senator Appointing: The Governor General appoints qualified individuals to the Senate.
    • First Senators: Initial appointments are made by the Queen. Further appointments can be made at the recommendation of the Governor-General, representing the divisions proportionally.
    • Max Number of Senators: 78
    • Tenure: Senators hold office for life unless they resign.
    • Vacancy: Various grounds for voiding a Senator's seat—no attendance, foreign allegiance, bankruptcy, felonious activity, or loss of qualification.
    • Vacancy filling: The Governor General appoints individuals to fill Senate vacancies
    • Decision-making: Senate decisions are via majority vote. The speaker has a vote in case of a tie.
    • Quorum: Fifteen Senators required to initiate meetings..

    House of Commons

    • Size: 181 Members, with specific allocations to Ontario, Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.
    • Summoning: The Governor General summons the House of Commons.
    • Disqualifications: Senators cannot be members of the Commons.
    • Electoral Districts: Provinces are divided into districts based on the act, specific to each province, including the number of representatives per area.
    • Existing Elections Laws: Provincial election laws largely remain in effect for House of Commons elections until amended by Canadian Parliament.
    • Elections: There are specific laws on voter qualification for Commons elections for some provinces including Algoma.
    • First Elections and Writs: Governors General issue election writs in the established manner, with powers delegated to returning officers.
    • Vacancies: Provisions on handling vacancies in the House before or after parliament session.
    • Speaker: The Speaker is a member elected by the House and presides over proceedings, taking a vote in a tiebreaker.
    • Quorum: 20 Members required to conduct business.
    • Voting: Majority vote, Speaker's vote counts in ties.
    • Term: Each house of Commons lasts 5 years, before dissolution at Governor General's discretion.

    Financial Provisions

    • Origination of Appropriation and Taxes: Appropriation bills and tax measures must originate in the House of Commons
    • Royal Assent: Bills passed by parliament must be sent to the Governor General for the Queen's approval and can be either assented to, or vetoed.
    • Disallowance: The Queen can disallow an act within two years of receiving it in council.
    • Reserved Bills: Bills reserved for the Queen's approval carry the Queen in Council's two-year disallowance timeline and procedure.
    • Census Re-adjustments: Provincial representation within both houses is readjusted on the basis of results from each 10-yearly census.
    • Money Votes: The Governor-General must recommend money votes to the house before adoption.

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    Test your knowledge about the British North America Act of 1867, which led to the formation of Canada as a Dominion. This quiz covers the background, significance, and implications of the Act for the provinces involved. Assess your understanding of this pivotal moment in Canadian history!

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