Canadian Citizenship Test Practice
765 practice questions based on the official 'Discover Canada' guide. Understand Canadian history, values, and government, and pass with confidence.
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About the test
About the Canadian Citizenship Test
The Canadian citizenship test is a written exam (or oral in some cases) that assesses your knowledge of Canada's history, values, institutions, and symbols. It is based on the official study guide 'Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship'.
The test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions. You must answer at least 15 correctly (75%) to pass. Questions cover Canadian history, geography, government, rights and responsibilities, and Canadian symbols.
With approximately 375,000 applicants each year, the Canadian citizenship test is one of the most-taken citizenship exams in the English-speaking world. StudyPass gives you 765 practice questions across 6 topics, all based on the Discover Canada guide, with detailed explanations for every answer.
Canada Citizenship Test
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What you'll practise
Every topic on the test, broken into focused practice sets with detailed explanations for each question.
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Government & Democracy
Federal, provincial, and municipal government, elections, and the role of the monarchy.
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Canadian History
From Indigenous peoples to Confederation, world wars, and modern Canada.
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Rights & Responsibilities
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms, voting, equality, mobility, and civic duties.
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Geography
Provinces, territories, capital cities, natural landmarks, and regions.
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Symbols & Identity
The flag, national anthem, Remembrance Day, and other Canadian symbols.
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Economy & Trade
Natural resources, industries, trade partners, and Canada's role in the global economy.
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Key terms to know
Important concepts and vocabulary that appear frequently on the Canada citizenship test.
Senate
The Senate is the upper chamber of the Canadian Parliament, comprised of appointed senators who review legislation.
First Nations
First Nations are the Aboriginal peoples of Canada who are not Métis or Inuit, recognized as original inhabitants of the land.
Equalization Payments
Equalization Payments are federal transfer payments to provinces to ensure they can provide reasonably comparable public services.
Confederation
Confederation refers to the joining of four British colonies in 1867 to form the Dominion of Canada.
Charter of Rights and Freedoms
The Charter of Rights and Freedoms is part of the Canadian Constitution that guarantees fundamental rights and freedoms to all Canadians.
War of 1812
The War of 1812 was a conflict between the United States and British forces that significantly impacted British North America and Canadian development.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many questions are on the Canadian citizenship test?
The test has 20 multiple-choice questions. You need to get at least 15 correct (75%) to pass.
What is the Canadian citizenship test based on?
The test is based on the official study guide 'Discover Canada: The Rights and Responsibilities of Citizenship', available free from the IRCC website.
How long is the Canadian citizenship test?
You have 30 minutes to complete 20 questions.
What happens if I fail the Canadian citizenship test?
If you fail, you will be invited to retake the test. If you fail a second time, you'll have a hearing with a citizenship judge.
Can I take the Canadian citizenship test in French?
Yes. The test is available in both English and French - Canada's two official languages.
Who needs to take the Canadian citizenship test?
Applicants aged 18 to 54 at the time of signing their application must take the citizenship test. Those younger or older are exempt.
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765 practice questions based on the official Discover Canada guide. Free to start, with detailed explanations for every answer.
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