Human Rights Quiz - Lesson 1 to 3

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Which of the following documents is NOT part of Canada’s foundational legal framework concerning rights?

The Canadian Bill of Rights

The BNA Act

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) (correct)

The Constitution Act

Nelson Mandela was a key figure in the struggle against apartheid in South Africa.

True

What are the two main categories of rights outlined in the UDHR?

Individual Rights and Legal Rights

The __________ is a legal principle ensuring that a person's rights must be respected by authorities.

Constitution Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

Legislative Supremacy = The principle that Parliament has the ultimate authority in law-making The Notwithstanding Clause = Allows federal or provincial legislation to operate despite conflicting court decisions The Amending Formula = A process for changing the Constitution R v. Oakes = A landmark Supreme Court case that established the Oakes Test for limiting rights Signup and view all the answers

What principle emphasizes that legislative bodies hold supreme power in making laws?

Legislative Supremacy Signup and view all the answers

Section 33 of the Canadian Constitution allows the government to bypass certain rights outlined in the Charter.

True Signup and view all the answers

What is the main reason Quebec refused to sign the 1982 Constitution?

Concerns over provincial autonomy and recognition of Quebec as a distinct society. Signup and view all the answers

The __________ Accord was a failed attempt to address concerns regarding Quebec's status in Canada.

Meech Lake Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to amendments to the Constitution with their definitions:

Amending Formula = The process required to make changes to the Constitution Meech Lake Accord = An attempt to amend the Constitution that failed Charlottetown Accord = A further proposal for constitutional change following the Meech Lake Accord Section 33 = Allows legislatures to override certain rights under the Charter Signup and view all the answers

What was a significant outcome of the Reference re Secession of Quebec case?

It upheld the principle of federalism. Signup and view all the answers

The process of how a Bill becomes a Law is outlined between pages 163 to 165.

True Signup and view all the answers

Summarize the constitutional challenge related to Canada's marijuana law.

The laws criminalizing marijuana were challenged for being unconstitutional, leading to its decriminalization. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Test Format

20 multiple choice questions
10 fill-in-the-blank questions (using a word bank)
5-10 true or false questions
Material for the test comes from textbook pages referenced in the slide decks.

Lesson 1: Human Rights

Key Terms and Phrases:
- What are Human Rights?
- The Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
- 30 Articles (grouped into individual and legal rights)
- Nelson Mandela and apartheid
- Key terms from the slideshow

Lesson 2: Responsibilities and Changes

Criminal Code, Arrest Caution and Miranda Rights
Right to Remain Silent: Implications in the Charter
Rights vs. Privileges
Landmark Cases: Oakes Test, Sparrow Test (R v. Sparrow decision)
Legal Documents: BNA Act, Canadian Bill of Rights, Constitution Act and how they relate to Canadian rights protection

Lesson 3: Case Studies on Human Rights

Infringement of Human Rights: When does it occur?
R v. Oakes: Important case study
Reverse Onus
RIDE Program
Fundamental Freedoms
R v. Keegstra
R v. Butler

Lesson 4: The Constitution

Legislative Supremacy (Parliamentary Supremacy)
Notwithstanding Clause
Amending Formula
Constitutionality
Meech Lake Accord
Charlottetown Accord
Stages of a Bill Becoming a Law (pre-legislative and legislative stages)

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Test your knowledge on Human Rights concepts from Lessons 1 to 3. This quiz includes multiple choice, fill-in-the-blank, and true or false questions covering key terms, legal documents, and landmark cases. Prepare to explore the intricate relationship between rights, responsibilities, and significant historical figures.