Jeopardy Type of government History of Canada Political Parties Levels of government Other Q 100 Q 100 Q 100 Q 100 Q 100 Q 200 Q 200 Q 200 Q 200 Q 200 Q 300 Q 300 Q 300 Q 300 Q 300 Q 400 Q 400 Q 400 Q 400 Q 400 Q 500 Q 500 Q 500 Q 500 Q 500 Final Jeopardy 100 What type of government do we have? A democracy 200 This exists when there is no government in place and anyone can do whatever they want to anything or anyone. Anarchy 300 What is a dictatorship? A country whose leader rules with absolute power. 400 What is the ruler called in an absolute monarchy? A king or queen. 500 Who elects the representatives in a constitutional monarchy? The people 100 What is the capital of Canada? Ottawa 200 The Dominion of Canada was formed in what year? 1867 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 400 Who was the first Prime Minister of Canada? John A. MacDonald. 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. 100 Stephen Harper is a member of this party. The Conservative Party 200 This party is currently leading the provincial government. What is the Liberal Party. 300 This party believes in the environment first. Green Party 400 This party only has candidates in Quebec. Bloc Quebecois. 500 Name the 5 main political parties in Canada. Conservative Party Liberal Party NDP Bloc Quebecois Green Party 100 A mayor is in charge of what level of government. Municipal 200 What level of government creates by-laws (for example, not allowing dogs to be off a leash in a park) Municipal 300 Name 3 responsibilities that the provincial government has. Schools Hospitals Building roads and highways Driver’s licenses 400 Name 3 responsibilities the federal government has. Military Environment Immigration 500 Name 3 responsibilities the municipal government has. Fire protection Libraries Snow removal By-laws Transportation Waste removal 100 Who is the Premier of BC? Christy Clark 200 When is the next Provincial election? May 2013 300 Who is the mayor of Maple Ridge? Ernie Daykin 400 If you have a problem with the library, which level of government would you speak with? Municipal 500 How old must you be to vote? 18 years of age Final Jeopardy What are the 6 steps involved in making a law or passing a bill? 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