Some Canadian symbols have been officially adopted by the Government of Canada. Other elements of our cultural heritage are simply recognized as “typically Canadian” around the world. Enrich your knowledge of our country’s symbols with this quiz!1. What does the Canadian motto A mari usque ad mare mean?From Far and WideThe Maple Leaf ForeverFrom Sea to Sea2. Who wrote the original lyrics of Canada’s national anthem?Calixa LavalléeRobert Stanley WeirSir Adolphe-Basile Routhier3. Which term designates the period during which maple syrup is made by collecting sap from maple trees and boiling it down?syruping-off seasonsugaring-off seasonmapling-off seasonsapping-off season4. While playing Canada’s national winter sport, if you "deke" an opponent, youtrick the player out of a positionhit the player with the end of the stick farthest from the bladehit the player with the stick bladecheck the player in their own end of the rink5. Which of the following terms refers to a figure made of stones piled on top of one another?iglooinuksukpolynya6. is an iconic Canadian dish that originated in Quebec.PoutinePoutinPutine7. What nickname is often used for Canada’s one-dollar coin?rooniegoonieloonietoonie8. What was the official name of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police when it was created in 1873?the North-West Redcoatsthe North-West Mounted Policethe Canadian Mounted Policethe Royal North-West Mounted police9. A beaver’s home is called a .damlodgenest10. True or false? Inhabitants of Nova Scotia are called "bluenosers" after the Bluenose, the famous ship featured on Canada’s 10-cent coin.truefalse
