Who was the first woman elected to the House of Commons (in 1921)?
Answer: Agnes Macphail.
Agnes Macphail became the first woman Member of Parliament in 1921, the first federal election in which most women could vote.
All answer choices
- Agnes Macphail. (correct answer)
- Nellie McClung.
- Emily Murphy.
- Emily Carr.
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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