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What type of government is formed when the winning political party secures more MP seats than all opposition parties combined?

Minority government

Majority government (correct)

Coalition government

Unitary government

Who is responsible for representing Canada both domestically and internationally?

Speaker of the House

Governor General

Cabinet Ministers

Prime Minister (correct)

What is the role of the Governor General in Canada's government?

Appointing cabinet ministers

Commander-in-chief of Canada (correct)

Overseeing parliamentary conduct

Leader of Canada

What is the main responsibility of the Speaker of the House?

Overseeing Parliamentary conduct and debate Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the Governor General prorogues parliament?

Resets the parliamentary session Signup and view all the answers

Why is having a majority government beneficial in passing legislation?

To have more seats than opposition parties combined Signup and view all the answers

What happens after the official period of voting in Canadian federal elections?

Votes are counted by machines and politically neutral volunteers and staff. Signup and view all the answers

How are MP candidates granted seats in the Canadian parliament?

By winning a majority of votes in their electoral riding. Signup and view all the answers

What determines the winner of a Canadian federal election?

The candidate who wins the most ridings nationwide. Signup and view all the answers

What event influenced voters to support new parties in the 1993 Canadian federal election?

The increasing debt and unpopularity of the Progressive Conservative Party. Signup and view all the answers

In 1993, why did citizens in Western Canada and Quebec vote for new parties?

To express discontent with affordability, debt, and regional issues. Signup and view all the answers

How did Canadian democracy prove itself during the 1993 election?

By allowing citizens to express concerns through voting for new ideas and parties. Signup and view all the answers