A Railway from Sea to Sea – Discover Canada Chapter 3 Quiz
The construction of a transcontinental railway was a defining achievement in Canada’s history. Chapter 3 of Discover Canada explains the importance of building a railway that connected eastern and western provinces, fostering trade, communication, and national unity — key topics for the Canadian citizenship test.
This quiz includes 4 multiple-choice questions from Chapter 3: Canada’s History, focusing on the railway project and its significance — perfect for your Canadian citizenship practice test.
What You’ll Learn
By completing this quiz, you’ll understand:
The reasons behind building a railway across Canada. (Challenge in the West Quiz)
The economic, social, and political impact of the railway. (Dominion from Sea to Sea Quiz)
The role of government policies and funding in completing the railway. (Canada’s First Prime Minister Quiz)
How the railway contributed to national unity and westward settlement. (Moving Westward Quiz)
Practicing these questions will help you confidently answer similar topics on the Canadian citizenship test practice and understand Canada’s nation-building efforts.
Continue Your Chapter 3 Practice
After completing this quiz, explore the next Chapter 3 topics:
You can also practice all Chapter 3 quizzes together on the Canadian Citizenship Practice Test for detailed answers and explanations.
For official guidance on how to apply for Canadian citizenship and check your citizenship application status, visit the Government of Canada Citizenship page.

