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1 Halifax Explosion
The Halifax Explosion in Halifax Harbor was the biggest man-made explosion before the invention of the atomic bomb. This quiz is based on that horrific event which has never been forgotten throughout the years.
Difficult
10 Q
funnytrivianna
Aug 14 07
1050 plays
2 Nova Scotia
I hope you enjoy this quiz about Nova Scotia, the province of my birth.
Average
10 Q
zaphae
Apr 09 07
1029 plays
3 Canada, My Home and Native Land - 2
Canada is usually perceived as a peaceful country, but that hasn't always been the case. Let's see how much you know about its less than peaceful past. The following descriptions are extremely brief synopses.
Tough
10 Q
kaldav
Feb 09 08
1746 plays
4 History of Quebec: II
The first quiz of this series concentrated on the cradle of Canada - Québec City. This quiz will not be very different - we've got to start from the beginning, haven't we?
Tough
10 Q
cdauphinais
Nov 10 06
1098 plays
5 Canada in the Interwar Period
This quiz looks at people and events in Canadian history between the two World Wars. The Roaring Twenties and Dirty Thirties in Canada were similar to the same era in the US, but there were many uniquely Canadian experiences, too.
Average
10 Q
guitargoddess
Apr 09 09
399 plays
6 Nova Scotia
How much do you know about Nova Scotia?
Average
10 Q
alicia_88
Apr 28 07
888 plays
7 Canada, My Home and Native Land
I'm going to give you some interesting tidbits and biographical data about an individual or individuals, that have played an important part in the discovery and exploration of Canada. If you feel there are any discrepancies, please contact me.
Average
10 Q
kaldav
Nov 09 07
2097 plays
8 Newfoundland to British Columbia
Canadian history is as varied as the people of this large country. Have fun as you travel the land I love.
Average
10 Q
zaphae
Apr 06 07
1278 plays
9 New France - The Early Years
Although there are a few questions about the early English exploration, this quiz deals with New France up to about 1700. I owe a debt of gratitude to Thomas B Costain's "The White and the Gold".
Difficult
25 Q
tripeuro
Aug 04 04
1179 plays
10 Names of the Provinces and Territories of Canada
Ever wonder how the Provinces and Territories of Canada got their names? Wonder no more!
Average
15 Q
Hermit007
Mar 20 09
663 plays
11 Strictly Canadian: Confederation
The majority of the information for this Canadian confederation quiz comes from W.G. Hardy's book "From Sea Unto Sea The Road to Nationhood."
Tough
10 Q
jojanne1974
Aug 07 08
474 plays
12 Confederation
Find out how much you know about the forming of Canada.
Average
10 Q
chonkbobwhoa
Apr 24 07
1113 plays
13 Heroes of New France
The French colony of New France existed for only a little longer than a hundred and fifty years. In that time the French were instrumental in opening up the North American continent.
Tough
10 Q
dobrov
Nov 19 01
1884 plays
14 The Halifax Explosion
This was probably one of the most infamous explosions in Canadian history in the 20th century. Take a journey into the fascinating details of this unique explosion. Good luck!
Average
10 Q
apathy100
Jul 15 05
612 plays
15 Canadian Aboriginal War Veterans
This quiz is dedicated to the Aboriginal war heroes of Canada.
Difficult
10 Q
apathy100
Feb 05 07
369 plays
16 A History of Manitoba (1900-1925)
It was a time of incredible growth for Manitoba, both in population and industry. Come see how Manitoba entered the 20th century.
Difficult
10 Q
reedy
Feb 23 03
525 plays
17 The On-To-Ottawa Trek
2005 marks the 70th anniversary of this trek of unemployed people during the Great Depression. In 2006, the last leader of the trek, Robert "Doc" Savage, has passed away. See how much you know about this important historical event.
Tough
10 Q
Catamount
May 09 05
585 plays
18 Canada, 1952 to 1958
The quiz about events that affected Canada from 1952 to 1958.
Average
10 Q
stephedm
May 12 05
1485 plays
19 Take It From Me
I am grateful to have lived in seven (and still counting) decades. These ten questions relate to both pure trivia and significant events from 1949 to 2005. Gentlemen, start your pacemakers.
Average
10 Q
yowzayowza
Dec 13 05
1407 plays
20 British Columbia History up to 1871
A quiz on the history of British Columbia from the 1770s to 1871, when British Columbia joined the confederation (Canada).
Tough
10 Q
Tim Kennelly
Jan 09 05
528 plays
21 Fur Trade Words and Phrases
The fur traders were the first Europeans on the Western Canadian Prairies, and they had a language all their own. This quiz is about words and phrases that were in common use among fur traders.
Difficult
10 Q
Cymruambyth
Dec 27 05
702 plays
22 Canada's History - Lesser Known Dates
Here are some lesser-known facts from Canada's history.
Difficult
10 Q
ssabreman
Mar 09 08
465 plays
23 A History of Manitoba (1950-1975)
I imagine that a lot of people who lived through the sixties won't remember much from this quarter-century, but give the quiz a shot anyway.
Tough
10 Q
reedy
Mar 06 03
618 plays
24 History of Quebec: I
The history of North America and Europe is quite well known. But there is one quite particular Western land that you might not know much about. Wanna bet? Let's start with the foundations of this territory ...
Average
10 Q
cdauphinais
Oct 14 06
837 plays
25 From Canada's Past
Just how well do you know your Canadian history? Here's a little quiz to help you brush up on it! Good luck! Bonne chance!
Average
15 Q
dancing_sun_star
Jul 21 02
3675 plays
26 Canadian History
Try my Canadian History quiz and you will feel like you went from an ocean to the other!
Average
10 Q
MissingNo
Aug 13 05
1932 plays
27 Nice and Simple Canadian History
Not a hard quiz by any means, if you know your Canadian history.
Average
10 Q
jnoel12
Sep 26 04
2448 plays
28 The Northwest Rebellion of 1885
The Northwest Rebellion was the battle for recognition by the Métis people in Canada. It was a pivotal event in the development of Western Canada.
Difficult
10 Q
reedy
May 08 03
1068 plays
29 Canadian History
This is an easy quiz on Canada! Americans Welcome!
Average
10 Q
krysrom
Aug 29 00
7470 plays
30 Canadian History
This is for all of the proud Canadians who want to know more about their country. Whether you are a citizen or not, this is bound to educate in some way. How well do you know your Canadian history?
Tough
10 Q
scottycan
Jun 20 04
3828 plays
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Some sample questions from this category:

* Two Generals fought on the 'Plains of Abraham'. What were their names?
* The 70's were a turbulent time for the Liberal Government. What Act was proclaimed by the Prime Minister to control the FLQ?
* Only one building did not burn during the first Parliament fire. Which building remains to the present day?
* What is the second largest city in the Province of Manitoba?
* The Manufacturer sales tax was replaced by what unpopular tax?


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