What does the Canadian Symbols chapter cover?
Canada has many national symbols. The Crown is a symbol of government. The red and white maple leaf flag was adopted in 1965. The maple leaf and the beaver are national symbols, and the national anthem is "O Canada." English and French are the official languages. Canada's coat of arms and motto, A mari usque ad mare ("from sea to sea"), reflect the country's geography. The Parliament Buildings in Ottawa, hockey as the national winter sport and lacrosse as the national summer sport are also symbols of Canada.
What key facts should I remember?
- Canada's motto is A mari usque ad mare — "from sea to sea."
- The national anthem is "O Canada."
- Hockey is the national winter sport; lacrosse is the national summer sport.
- The flag with the red maple leaf was first raised in 1965.
- The Parliament Buildings are in Ottawa, the capital.
Common test questions from this chapter
What is Canada's national winter sport?
Hockey. Lacrosse is the national summer sport.
What is Canada's motto?
A mari usque ad mare, meaning "from sea to sea."
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