Canadian Citizenship Test: Mock test 5
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About Canadian Citizenship Test mock test 5
This is mock test 5 of 6 for the Canadian Citizenship Test. It has 20 questions, the same number as the real test, with a 45-minute timer and the real pass mark (15 of 20 correct). Answers and explanations are shown when you submit. Each mock test uses a fixed set of questions, so you can retake this one until you pass it, then move on to the next.
Topics in this mock test: How Canadians Govern Themselves (4) · Federal Elections (10) · The Justice System (6)
Last reviewed: October 19, 2026 · Questions are written from the official study material linked on the country page.
The 20 questions in mock test 5
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1. What is the head of a provincial government called?
The Premier
In each province the Premier has a role similar to that of the Prime Minister in the federal government, while the Lieutenant Governor's role is similar to the Governor General's.
2. What are the three branches of government in Canada?
Executive, Legislative and Judicial
The three branches of government, the Executive, Legislative and Judicial, work together to help secure the rights and freedoms of Canadians.
3. What must the Cabinet do if it is defeated in a non-confidence vote?
Resign
Cabinet ministers are responsible to the elected representatives. They must retain the confidence of the House and have to resign if defeated in a non-confidence vote.
4. What was the British North America Act of 1867 later renamed?
The Constitution Act, 1867
The division of responsibilities between federal and provincial governments was defined in 1867 in the British North America Act, now known as the Constitution Act, 1867.
5. By law, on which day must a federal general election be held?
The third Monday in October every four years
Federal elections must be held on the third Monday in October every four years following the most recent general election, although the Prime Minister may ask for an earlier election.
6. What is another name for a federal electoral district?
A riding or constituency
Canada is divided into electoral districts, also known as ridings or constituencies. Each is a geographical area represented by one member of Parliament.
7. Which neutral agency of Parliament is responsible for running federal elections?
Elections Canada
Elections Canada is a neutral agency of Parliament that produces the voters' lists from the National Register of Electors and runs federal elections and referendums.
8. What is the permanent database of Canadians qualified to vote in federal elections called?
The National Register of Electors
The National Register of Electors is a permanent database of Canadian citizens 18 years of age or older who are qualified to vote in federal elections and referendums.
9. What does Elections Canada mail to each elector once an election has been called?
A voter information card
Once an election is called, Elections Canada mails a voter information card to each elector in the National Register, telling them when and where to vote.
10. How do you mark your ballot in a federal election?
Mark an X in the circle next to the candidate of your choice
Voters mark an X in the circle next to their chosen candidate, behind a screen so the vote is secret, then fold the ballot and hand it to the poll officials.
11. What is a majority government?
The governing party holds at least half of the seats in the House of Commons
If the party in power holds at least half of the seats in the House of Commons, this is a majority government. With fewer than half, it is a minority government.
12. What is the largest opposition party in the House of Commons called?
The Official Opposition
The opposition party with the most members is the Official Opposition, or His Majesty's Loyal Opposition. Its role is to peacefully oppose or try to improve government proposals.
13. After an election, who does the Governor General usually invite to form the government?
The leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons
Ordinarily the Governor General invites the leader of the party with the most seats in the House of Commons to form the government, and that leader becomes Prime Minister.
14. What does Canadian law guarantee about your vote?
It is secret
Canadian law secures the right to a secret ballot. No one can watch you vote, and no one, including family, employers or union representatives, can require you to reveal your choice.
15. What principle do judicial decisions in Canadian criminal matters rest on?
Everyone is innocent until proven guilty
Canada's justice system is founded on the presumption of innocence: everyone is innocent until proven guilty in a court of law.
16. What does due process mean in Canada’s justice system?
The government must respect all legal rights a person is entitled to
Due process is the principle that the government must respect all of the legal rights a person is entitled to under the law.
17. Which court deals with matters concerning the federal government?
The Federal Court of Canada
The Federal Court of Canada deals with matters concerning the federal government, while the Supreme Court of Canada is the highest court in the country.
18. Which courts deal with lesser offences in Canada?
Provincial courts
Provincial courts handle lesser offences. Most provinces also have an appeal court and a trial court, sometimes called the Court of Queen's Bench or the Supreme Court.
19. What type of cases do small claims courts hear?
Civil cases involving small sums of money
There are also family courts, traffic courts and small claims courts, which deal with civil cases involving small sums of money.
20. Which two provinces have their own provincial police forces?
Ontario and Quebec
Ontario and Quebec have provincial police forces. The RCMP enforces federal laws across Canada and serves as the provincial police in all other provinces and territories.
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