Which Father of Confederation suggested the title 'Dominion of Canada,' inspired by a passage in the Bible?
Answer: Sir Leonard Tilley
Sir Leonard Tilley of New Brunswick suggested 'Dominion of Canada,' inspired by Psalm 72 ('dominion from sea to sea').
All answer choices
- Sir Leonard Tilley (correct answer)
- Sir John A. Macdonald
- Sir George-Étienne Cartier
- Sir Charles Tupper
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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