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What type of bill is less likely to pass into law?
What type of bill is less likely to pass into law?
A private members bill is introduced by the governing party.
A private members bill is introduced by the governing party.
False
What is the role of the Governor General in the bill process?
What is the role of the Governor General in the bill process?
To give royal assent and recognize the bill as law.
The accused has the right to know the _____ of arrest.
The accused has the right to know the _____ of arrest.
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Match the steps of the Criminal Justice Process with their descriptions:
Match the steps of the Criminal Justice Process with their descriptions:
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What is the role of the Premier in provincial government?
What is the role of the Premier in provincial government?
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A bill is a proposal that has already become law.
A bill is a proposal that has already become law.
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What do MPPs do in the provincial government?
What do MPPs do in the provincial government?
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The _____ is selected by all MPs to ensure that parliamentary rules are followed.
The _____ is selected by all MPs to ensure that parliamentary rules are followed.
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Match the following government roles with their responsibilities:
Match the following government roles with their responsibilities:
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What distinguishes a majority government from a minority government?
What distinguishes a majority government from a minority government?
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The Senate holds a more important position than the House of Commons.
The Senate holds a more important position than the House of Commons.
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What is the purpose of Question Period in parliament?
What is the purpose of Question Period in parliament?
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What is one primary benefit of a federal government?
What is one primary benefit of a federal government?
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The executive branch of Canada's federal government is represented solely by the Prime Minister.
The executive branch of Canada's federal government is represented solely by the Prime Minister.
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Who has the authority to summon, prorogue, and dissolve Parliament in Canada?
Who has the authority to summon, prorogue, and dissolve Parliament in Canada?
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The body of ministerial advisors that sets the federal government's policies is known as the _______.
The body of ministerial advisors that sets the federal government's policies is known as the _______.
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Match the following roles with their descriptions:
Match the following roles with their descriptions:
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What is meant by a 'minority government' in Canada?
What is meant by a 'minority government' in Canada?
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The House of Commons is responsible for implementing government policies and programs.
The House of Commons is responsible for implementing government policies and programs.
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What role does a caucus play in the context of the House of Commons?
What role does a caucus play in the context of the House of Commons?
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What is the primary focus of socialism?
What is the primary focus of socialism?
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In Canada, every election takes place every four years.
In Canada, every election takes place every four years.
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What is the role of mass media in relation to government?
What is the role of mass media in relation to government?
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In a trial, if the accused is found guilty, a ______ hearing takes place to determine the sentence.
In a trial, if the accused is found guilty, a ______ hearing takes place to determine the sentence.
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Match the following political ideologies with their key characteristics:
Match the following political ideologies with their key characteristics:
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Which political party is known for wanting to lower taxes to keep more money in citizens' pockets?
Which political party is known for wanting to lower taxes to keep more money in citizens' pockets?
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The Bloc Quebecois emphasizes stronger ties with the federal government.
The Bloc Quebecois emphasizes stronger ties with the federal government.
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What is the primary goal of Electoral Reform?
What is the primary goal of Electoral Reform?
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The NDP party is particularly known for focusing on ______ change and clean energy.
The NDP party is particularly known for focusing on ______ change and clean energy.
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Which of the following is NOT a responsibility at the municipal level?
Which of the following is NOT a responsibility at the municipal level?
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Interest groups do not influence the policy-making process in government.
Interest groups do not influence the policy-making process in government.
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What influences government policies?
What influences government policies?
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During the elections, the candidate with the most votes is elected as the ______.
During the elections, the candidate with the most votes is elected as the ______.
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Match each Canadian political party with its leader:
Match each Canadian political party with its leader:
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Study Notes
Canadian Federal System
- Federalism divides governmental power between federal (national) and provincial (state) levels.
- The federal government has jurisdiction over the entire country.
- Federalism balances responsibilities and power, accommodates diversity, and addresses local concerns.
Branches of Canadian Government
- Executive: Headed by the Governor General and carried out by the Prime Minister and Cabinet.
- Legislative: Parliament, the body responsible for making laws.
- Judicial: Supreme Court of Canada, the highest court, responsible for interpreting laws.
Federal Government
- Governor General: Officially responsible for summoning, proroguing, and dissolving Parliament.
- Prime Minister: Leader of the governing party and responsible for directing policy.
- Cabinet: Ministers advise the Prime Minister and set federal policy.
- Backbenchers: Members of Parliament who don't hold significant roles but can vote and debate.
- Members of Parliament (MPs): Elected representatives who create, debate, and vote on federal laws, review government policies, and represent their constituents in the House of Commons.
- Public service: Implements federal government policies, programs, and services.
- House of Commons: Location where MPs meet to discuss, debate, and pass laws; to scrutinize government actions and represent their constituents.
- Political parties: Groups of people who share similar beliefs, values, and goals, and work together to win elections and govern.
- Party leaders: Lead political parties and represent their parties in government.
- Caucus: All members of a political party in the House of Commons.
- Official Opposition: The political party with the second highest number of seats in the House of Commons.
- Minority government: A party that does not have more than half the seats to govern.
Provincial Government
- Responsible for issues within their province/territory (e.g., education, healthcare, social welfare, transportation, infrastructure).
- Lieutenant Governor: Primarily ceremonial role, carries out duties associated with the head of state.
- Premier: Selects and leads the Executive Council (provincial cabinet).
- Members of Provincial Parliament (MPPs): Enact, amend, or repeal laws and regulations; represent the public in the provincial government.
Legislative Process (Bills to Laws)
- Bill: A proposed law that must go through different stages to become a law.
- Government bills: Introduced by the governing party.
- Private member bills: Introduced by individual MPs.
- Steps to become a law: 1st reading, 2nd reading debates, committee stage, report stage, 3rd reading, and Royal Assent.
Judicial System
- The Judicial system aims to deliver justice, safety, and social order.
- The justice system has fundamental legal rights that must be upheld. Individuals have right to reasonable time, bail, cause of arrest and assistance from a lawyer.
- The criminal justice system's stages are investigation, arrest, initial appearance, pre-trial proceedings, trial in federal or provincial courts, sentencing, and appeals.
Provincial, Municipal, and Federal Governments
- Municipal governments: Responsible for cities, towns, or districts (municipalities), and handle local services like financing and services.
- Speaker of the House: Impartial MP selected by all MPs to ensure the rules are followed and make decisions, ensuring that all parties follow relevant rules.
- Question Period: Time set aside in Parliament for opposition members to question the Prime Minister's cabinet.
- Senate: A body with greater importance than the House of Commons, often used to block irresponsible bills from the House of Commons.
Political Ideologies
- Communism, Socialism, Liberalism, Conservatism, Fascism.
Canadian Political Parties
- Current major parties given: Liberal, Conservative, NDP, Bloc Quebecois, Green Party. (More specific platform details are presented.)
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Test your knowledge on the Canadian Federal System, including the division of powers between federal and provincial levels, and the key branches of government. Learn about the roles of the Governor General, Prime Minister, and Parliament in shaping Canadian governance.
