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Canada's GOVERNMENT
Government
Question | Answer |
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What kind of government does Canada have? | parliamentary democracy/constitutional monarchy |
How is the political leader chosen in Canada? | the party with the majority of members in legislature (because it is a parliamentary democracy). |
At what age can citizens vote? | 18 years old |
Who do citizens vote for? | Citizens vote for MPs members of parliament |
What is Canada's legislature called? | Parliament |
What does the legislative branch (parliament) do? | make laws |
How is the Prime Minister chosen? | the parliament chooses the PM with the most votes |
How long does Prime Minister serve as chief executive? | There is no set term. The PM serves as long as the people have confidence. |
What does the Prime Minister do? | CHIEF EXECUTIVE- heads the military, enforces laws, and keeps the country running day to day. Leads parliament and helps write laws. |
Who is the head of state in Canada? | The monarch - King is head of state. |
Who represents the monarch in Canada? | the Governor General represents the monarch. |