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What is the primary requirement for becoming the prime minister of Canada?

Being elected as a member of parliament

Being elected as the leader of a political party (correct)

Being a Canadian citizen

Winning the most seats in the House of Commons

Who are the members of cabinet in Canada typically chosen from?

Leading business executives

International diplomats

Members of parliament or senators (correct)

Retired judges

Which body in Canada is responsible for debating, studying, and voting on proposed laws?

The Governor General

The Senate

The Cabinet

The House of Commons (correct)

What is the role of the Prime Minister and the Cabinet in the day-to-day business of government?

Running government departments Signup and view all the answers

Which group usually forms the government in Canada based on the text?

The party with the most MPs Signup and view all the answers

Why do senators provide a 'sober second thought' to legislation proposed for Canada?

To ensure that laws respect the rights of Canadians Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason for the divisions in appointing senators from different regions in Canada?

To ensure equal representation for regions within the Senate Signup and view all the answers

Why does the Prime Minister appoint senators instead of holding elections for their positions?

To ensure alignment with the PM's political party Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of Canada's government is responsible for interpreting and applying all laws, including the rights of Canadians?

Judicial branch Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary role of the Supreme Court of Canada?

Having the final word on all legal questions in the country Signup and view all the answers