True/False. In the 1929 Persons Case, women were recognized as persons eligible to be appointed to the Senate.
Answer: True
True. The Persons Case established that women are 'persons' eligible for appointment to the Senate.
All answer choices
- True (correct answer)
- False
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our History study guide.
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