2. Jeopardy Type of governmentHistory of CanadaPolitical PartiesLevels of government Other Q 100 Q 200 Q 300 Q 400 Q 500 Q 100 Q 200 Q 300 Q 400 Q 500 Final Jeopardy

3. 100 What type of government do we have? A democracy

4. 200 This exists when there is no government in place and anyone can do whatever they want to anything or anyone. Anarchy

5. 300 What is a dictatorship? A country whose leader rules with absolute power.

6. 400 What is the ruler called in an absolute monarchy? A king or queen.

7. 500 Who elects the representatives in a constitutional monarchy? The people

8. 100 What is the capital of Canada? Ottawa

9. 200 The Dominion of Canada was formed in what year? 1867

10. 300 When Canada became a country a document was created outlining the rules for the new government. What’s the name for this act? British North America Act

11. 400 Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada? John A. MacDonald.

12. 500 Name two reasons why the colonies joined together to form Canada. 1.To sell their goods more easily. 2. To protect themselves from invasion.

13. 100 Stephen Harper is a member of this party. The Conservative Party

14. 200 This party is currently leading the provincial government. What is the Liberal Party.

15. 300 This party believes in the environment first. Green Party

16. 400 This party only has candidates in Quebec. Bloc Quebecois.

17. 500 Name the 5 main political parties in Canada. Conservative Party Liberal Party NDP Bloc Quebecois Green Party

18. 100 A mayor is in charge of what level of government. Municipal

19. 200 What level of government creates by-laws (for example, not allowing dogs to be off a leash in a park) Municipal

20. 300 Name 3 responsibilities that the provincial government has. Schools Hospitals Building roads and highways Driver’s licenses

21. 400 Name 3 responsibilities the federal government has. Military Environment Immigration

22. 500 Name 3 responsibilities the municipal government has. Fire protection Libraries Snow removal By-laws Transportation Waste removal

23. 100 Who is the Premier of BC? Christy Clark

24. 200 When is the next Provincial election? May 2013

25. 300 Who is the mayor of Maple Ridge? Ernie Daykin

26. 400 If you have a problem with the library, which level of government would you speak with? Municipal

27. 500 How old must you be to vote? 18 years of age

28. Final Jeopardy What are the 6 steps involved in making a law or passing a bill?

29. Final Jeopardy Answer 1.The first reading 2. The second reading 3. Standing committee 4. The report stage 5. The third reading 6. Royal assent