Which phrase from the British North America Act (1867) sums up good governance in Canada?
Answer: Peace, Order and Good Government.
“Peace, Order and Good Government” is a key phrase from Canada’s 1867 constitutional document, the British North America Act, per Discover Canada.
All answer choices
- Life, Liberty and the Pursuit of Happiness.
- Liberté, Égalité, Fraternité.
- Peace, Order and Good Government. (correct answer)
- From Sea to Sea.
This practice question is based on Discover Canada, the official study guide for the Canadian citizenship test. Brush up on this topic in our Government & Elections study guide.
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