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What is the process to become the Prime Minister of Canada?
What is the process to become the Prime Minister of Canada?
- Being appointed by the Governor General
- Being chosen by the cabinet
- Being a member of the Senate
- Being elected as a member of parliament and winning the most seats in the House of Commons (correct)
Who are the members of the cabinet in Canada?
Who are the members of the cabinet in Canada?
- MPs or Senators from the leading political party in the House of Commons (correct)
- Members selected by public vote
- Members chosen by the Governor General
- Members appointed by the Senate
What role does the Prime Minister play in forming the Canadian cabinet?
What role does the Prime Minister play in forming the Canadian cabinet?
- The Prime Minister has no role in selecting cabinet ministers
- The Prime Minister has no control over cabinet decisions
- The Prime Minister decides which portfolios to include in the cabinet and chooses cabinet ministers (correct)
- The Prime Minister selects cabinet ministers from any political party
What does the House of Commons debate, study, and vote on in Canada?
What does the House of Commons debate, study, and vote on in Canada?
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What is the primary criterion for a party to form the government in Canada according to the text?
What is the primary criterion for a party to form the government in Canada according to the text?
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What is the primary reason for the Senate being appointed rather than elected?
What is the primary reason for the Senate being appointed rather than elected?
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What is the significance of the phrase 'sober second thought' in relation to the Senate?
What is the significance of the phrase 'sober second thought' in relation to the Senate?
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How do senators become appointed to the Senate?
How do senators become appointed to the Senate?
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Which of the following accurately describes the role of the judicial branch in Canada?
Which of the following accurately describes the role of the judicial branch in Canada?
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Why was it important to include Québec's Francophone population in the Senate at Confederation?
Why was it important to include Québec's Francophone population in the Senate at Confederation?
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