What 1215 document influenced Canadian law?
Quick answer: The Magna Carta. In our practice tests 79% of 129 answers were correct, and the most common mistake is choosing “The Declaration of Independence”.
Why is this the correct answer?
The Magna Carta (1215) established that no one, including the king, is above the law. It is a foundational document for Canadian legal rights.
Study Tip
This document is a medieval charter that limited the power of a monarch and established key principles of justice and human rights. It's a foundational document in the history of democracy.
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How many people get this question right?
79% of 129 practice answers from about 82 people were correct. The most common wrong answer is "The Declaration of Independence", chosen 12% of the time. The data covers practice tests on BecomeACitizen.ca from March 31, 2026 to September 30, 2026.
How hard is this question compared with others?
It is the 77th hardest of the 167 questions we have enough data to rank. The average for the Justice System chapter is 81% correct, and the average across all questions is 75%. You need 75% to pass the real test.
These are practice questions written from the official Discover Canada guide. IRCC does not publish the real test questions. See the full ranking in the 20 most-missed citizenship test questions or browse more The Justice System questions.
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This question is from the The Justice System section of the Canadian citizenship test. The test consists of 20 multiple-choice questions drawn from the official Discover Canada study guide. You need to score at least 75% (15 out of 20 correct) to pass.
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