Canadian Citizenship Practice Test 2024

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Who is the Governor General appointed by?

  1. The Prime Minister

  2. The Sovereign on the advice of the Prime Minister

  3. The Senate

  4. The House of Commons

The correct answer is: The Sovereign on the advice of the Prime Minister

The Governor General is appointed by the Sovereign, who is the Queen or King of Canada. However, the Sovereign follows the advice of the Prime Minister, who suggests a suitable candidate for the role. This process is known as the "prerogative powers," where the Sovereign acts as a "figurehead" and typically adheres to the advice of the elected government. Therefore, options A, C, and D are incorrect as they do not reflect the actual process of appointing a Governor General. The appointment is ultimately made by the Sovereign but relies heavily on the recommendation of the Prime Minister.

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