The Canada Quiz

By: Gavin Thagard
Estimated Completion Time
3 min
The Canada Quiz
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About This Quiz

From important figures and cultural stars to the country's history and geography, are you prepared to take this quiz on all things Canadian? Here's the perfect chance to find out, but be warned, you'll have to really know your country if you want to get more than 30 right on this quiz. 

Throughout the years, Canada has differed itself from other countries such as the United States, and it's not just because Canadians are known as some of the nicest people in the world. Everything about Canada has a unique touch, from its colonial beginnings which have a large French and English influence to its current status as a global player in the world, making Canada a country deserving of respect and study. 

Have you taken the time to learn all of the cool ins and outs of Canada? Do you know the most important events that have taken place in the country or the people who made them happen? Do you know everything the country holds dear or the things that have mystified Canadians for decades? 

If you're ready to find out what you really know about Canada, get started with this quiz on the country and prove you're a Canadian expert! 

When did Canada gain its independence?
September 16, 1810
July 1, 1867
December 10, 1898
August 15, 1947
Who was the first prime minister of Canada?
Robert Borden
Lester Pearson
John Macdonald
Joe Clark
What's the final line of the English version of "O Canada"?
O Canada, we stand on guard for thee.
O Canada, we love our country so.
O Canada, we are here to live and grow.
O Canada, our time is now to grow.

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What's the only country larger than Canada in terms of land?
China
United States
India
Russia
An explorer from which European country named Canada?
Britain
Spain
Portugal
France
Which of these hockey players is from Canada?
Alexander Ovechkin
Viacheslav Fetisov
Wayne Gretzky
Igor Larionov

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Where is the wrestler Bret Hart from?
Calgary
Toronto
Ottawa
Winnipeg
According to folklore, what is the name of the lake monster that lives in Okanagan Lake?
Loch Ness Monster
Ogopogo
Leviathan
Morag
The first female to climb Mount Everest was from Canada. What's her name?
Hazel Findlay
Sharon Wood
Shauna Coxsey
Angela Eiter

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What is unique about the restaurant in the CN Tower?
The aquarium
The dinner theater
A glass floor
The train
Which battle from WWI did Canada famously win?
Battle of Somme
First Battle of the Marne
Second Battle of the Marne
Battle of Vimy Ridge
Which of these former NBA MVPs is from Canada?
Steve Nash
Dirk Nowitzki
Kobe Bryant
Tim Duncan

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Which sport did a Canadian invent?
Football
Soccer
Golf
Basketball
Which province formed a nation within a nation in 2006?
Quebec
Ontario
British Columbia
Nova Scotia
What is the largest lake entirely in Canada?
Lake Huron
Great Bear Lake
Great Slave Lake
Lake Erie

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Which of these country singers is from Canada?
Carrie Underwood
Dolly Parton
Shania Twain
Miranda Lambert
Which waterfall straddles the border of Canada and the United States?
Iguazu Falls
Angel Falls
Niagara Falls
Athirappilly Falls
Who was the longest-serving prime minister in Canadian history?
William Lyon Mackenzie King
Paul Martin
John Turner
Robert Borden

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Which comic book character did Joe Shuster co-create?
Batman
Superman
Spiderman
Wolverine
Which city in Canada is the second largest French-speaking city in the world?
Ottawa
Vancouver
Toronto
Montreal
What's the highest mountain in Canada?
Mount Lucania
Mount Peak
Mount Saint Elias
Mount Logan

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Who was the first female prime minister in Canada?
Kim Campbell
Kathleen Wynne
Christy Clark
Rachel Notley
What is the longest highway in Canada?
Queen Elizabeth II Highway
Trans-Canada Highway
Mackenzie Highway
Crowsnest Highway
Located in Canada, what is the northernmost permanent settlement in the world?
Dawson City
Yellowknife
Alert
Inuvik

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What is the boundary between Canada and the United States called?
The Southern Border
The International Boundary
The Freedom Boundary
The North American Border
Which city in Canada is famous for the Chinook winds?
Calgary
Winnipeg
Ottawa
Montreal
Canada is home to the largest island located in a freshwater lake. What is it?
Isle Royal
Olkhon Island
Soisalo
Manitoulin Island

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What is the national animal of Canada?
Eagle
Rattlesnake
Beaver
Fox
What is the largest territory in Canada?
Newfoundland
Yukon
Nunavut
Northwest Territories
Which of the following is tax deductible in Canada?
Dog food
Funeral costs
Child support
Hobby supplies

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What is the national summer sport of Canada?
Tennis
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming
Where were the Olympic Games hosted in 2010?
Calgary
Montreal
Ottawa
Vancouver
Which Canadian NHL team has the most Stanley Cups?
The Canadiens
Maple Leafs
Senators
Oilers

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Located in Canada, what is the oldest golf club in continuous operation in North America?
Cabot Links Golf Course
Red Tail Golf Course
Banff Spring Golf Course
Royal Montreal Golf Club
Who wrote the novel "Beautiful Joe"?
Margaret Atwood
Alice Munro
Marshall Saunders
Yann Martel