Question 1

The freedom of conscience and religion is a right guaranteed by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.Article 27 states that "This Charter shall be interpreted in a manner consistent with the preservation and enhancement of the multicultural heritage of Canadians." Which statement best explains this fundamental right?

Accepted Answer

A)   Canadians should always carry on the traditions of the Roman Catholic Church, while accepting all other religious beliefs.
B)   Since Canada was historically Christian, we should attempt to preserve that heritage.
C)   Everyone living in Canada is free to believe (or not believe)  whatever they choose.
D)   Everyone living in Canada is free to believe (or not believe)  whatever they choose, as long as it doesn't infringe on the law.E) C) and D)
F) None of the above

Question 2

Which term is used for the belief that religion should play no role in public life?

Accepted Answer

A)   pluralism
B)   multiculturalism
C)   arbitration
D)   secularismE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 3

What term is used for a system of beliefs or bodies of knowledge that a particular group believes to be true?

Accepted Answer

A)   religious affiliation
B)   dogma
C)   religious accommodation
D)   pluralismE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 4

What is one of the most commonly cited concerns about the Muslim community in Canada?

Accepted Answer

A)   Muslim immigrants will bring with them the stereotypical misogynistic tendencies with which the community has been associated.
B)   Muslim immigrants are taking away job opportunities from Canadian citizens.
C)   Muslim immigrants are volatile and violent.
D)   Muslim immigrants are not capable of living peacefully in Canadian society.E) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 5

When something is not related to anything religious or spiritual,what is it called?

Accepted Answer

A)   plural
B)   interreligious
C)   secular
D)   interfaithE) A) and B)
F) B) and C)

Question 6

According to the Ontario Human Rights Commission,employers must accommodate someone's religious requirements,as long as the accommodation does not cause undue hardship,cost,or safety issues.Which example qualifies as undue hardship,cost,or safety?

Accepted Answer

A)   any accommodation that would cost an employer more than $15 000
B)   requests for accommodation that do not have sufficient evidence of religious belief
C)   requests for more than one consecutive day off
D)   a uniform that is necessary to do the job and cannot be modified to accommodate religious requirementsE) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

In the 2008 case of Friesen v.Fisher Bay Seafood Ltd.,Seann Friesen's employment was terminated because he refused to stop preaching to fellow employees.How did the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal rule?

Accepted Answer

A)   in favour of Fisher Bay Seafood because they had tried to accommodate Mr.Friesen in a reasonable manner
B)   in favour of Mr.Friesen because his termination was deemed religious discrimination
C)   in favour of Fisher Bay Seafood because preaching one's beliefs is not covered by the Policy on Creed and Accommodation of Religious Observances
D)   in favour of Mr.Friesen because it was his religious beliefs and practices, not his competence as an employee, that ended his employmentE) A) and B)
F) A) and C)

Question 8

Between 1991 and 2001,which religious group in Canada doubled in size?

Accepted Answer

A)   Jewish
B)   Muslim
C)   Buddhist
D)   SikhE) A) and B)
F) None of the above

Question 9

According to the Chapter 6 reading,"What Canadians Think of Sikhs,Jews,Christians,Muslims…," in which Canadian province does the highest percentage of population believe that Islam encourages violence?

Accepted Answer

A)   Ontario
B)   British Columbia
C)   Manitoba
D)   QuébecE) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 10

What is one of the most influential factors that has made Canada more diverse with respect to religious affiliation?

Accepted Answer

A)   immigration
B)   aging population
C)   technological advancement
D)   educationE) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Exam 6: Religion

According to the Chapter 6 reading,"What Canadians Think of Sikhs,Jews,Christians,Muslims…," in which Canadian province does the highest percentage of population believe that Islam encourages violence?

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According to the Ontario Human Rights Commission,employers must accommodate someone's religious requirements,as long as the accommodation does not cause undue hardship,cost,or safety issues.Which example qualifies as undue hardship,cost,or safety?

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Between 1991 and 2001,which religious group in Canada doubled in size?

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When something is not related to anything religious or spiritual,what is it called?

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In the 2008 case of Friesen v.Fisher Bay Seafood Ltd.,Seann Friesen's employment was terminated because he refused to stop preaching to fellow employees.How did the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal rule?

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What is one of the most commonly cited concerns about the Muslim community in Canada?

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What term is used for a system of beliefs or bodies of knowledge that a particular group believes to be true?

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Which term is used for the belief that religion should play no role in public life?

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What is one of the most influential factors that has made Canada more diverse with respect to religious affiliation?

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Exam 6: Religion

According to the Chapter 6 reading,"What Canadians Think of Sikhs,Jews,Christians,Muslims…," in which Canadian province does the highest percentage of population believe that Islam encourages violence?

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According to the Ontario Human Rights Commission,employers must accommodate someone's religious requirements,as long as the accommodation does not cause undue hardship,cost,or safety issues.Which example qualifies as undue hardship,cost,or safety?

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Between 1991 and 2001,which religious group in Canada doubled in size?

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When something is not related to anything religious or spiritual,what is it called?

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In the 2008 case of Friesen v.Fisher Bay Seafood Ltd.,Seann Friesen's employment was terminated because he refused to stop preaching to fellow employees.How did the British Columbia Human Rights Tribunal rule?

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What is one of the most commonly cited concerns about the Muslim community in Canada?

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What term is used for a system of beliefs or bodies of knowledge that a particular group believes to be true?

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Which term is used for the belief that religion should play no role in public life?

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What is one of the most influential factors that has made Canada more diverse with respect to religious affiliation?

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