Question

1. in canada we elect our representatives based upon this system:

a) first past the post
b) mixed member proportional
c) preferential system
d) hybrid system

1. this is the location where you go to vote:

a) riding association
b) polling station
c) candidate office
d) city hall

1. section 33 of the charter allows the government to override your constitutionally protected rights, such as: freedom of expression. this is called the:

a) amending formula
b) constitutional clause
c) reasonable limits
d) notwithstanding clause

1. when a government wins over half the seats (eg: 51%) on election night, that government is considered to be a:

a) minority
b) majority
c) coalition
d) tied

1. james keegstra was charged with this offence in the criminal code:

a) manslaughter
b) assault
c) hate crimes
d) armed robbery

1. this term is commonly used to describe an electoral district, such as: ottawa centre.

a) confederation
b) polling station
c) riding
d) candidate

Explanation:

1. In Canada, the First Past the Post system is used for electing representatives.
2. A polling station is where one goes to vote.
3. Section 33 of the Charter's Notwithstanding Clause allows the government to override certain rights.
4. A government winning over half the seats is a majority government.
5. James Keegstra was charged with hate crimes.
6. An electoral district like Ottawa Centre is called a riding.

Answer:

1. a) First Past the Post
2. b) Polling Station
3. d) Notwithstanding Clause
4. b) Majority
5. c) Hate Crimes
6. c) Riding