Engaging Social Studies Worksheet on the Canadian Government for 12-Year-Olds

Instructions

Complete the following questions about the Canadian government. Write your answers in the spaces provided.

1. What type of government does Canada have?

2. Name the two houses of the Parliament of Canada.

3. Who is the current Prime Minister of Canada? (as of 2023)

4. Explain the role of the Governor General in Canada.

5. What is the significance of the Constitution Act of 1867?

6. List the three branches of the Canadian government and describe each one briefly.

• Executive:
• Legislative:
• Judicial:

7. What is a constitutional monarchy? Explain in your own words.

8. Why is it important for citizens to participate in their government?