Courts – Chapter 7 Quiz
Courts (6 Questions) is part of Chapter 7 – The Justice System in the Discover Canada guide. This quiz helps you understand how Canada’s courts operate, their structure, and their role in upholding justice — essential knowledge for the Canadian citizenship test.
Understanding Canada’s Court System
Canada’s courts ensure that laws are applied fairly and consistently. The court system is organized into federal, provincial/territorial, and specialized courts. Each court has specific responsibilities, from handling criminal and civil cases to interpreting the Constitution.
Key points include:
Supreme Court of Canada: The highest court, handling important legal and constitutional matters
Federal Courts: Handle cases under federal law
Provincial/Territorial Courts: Deal with most criminal and civil cases
Specialized Courts: Focus on family law, tax disputes, or administrative matters
For official information, visit Government of Canada – Courts.
What You’ll Learn in This Quiz
In this topic, you’ll test your knowledge of:
The structure of Canada’s court system
The responsibilities of federal and provincial courts
The role of judges in interpreting laws and ensuring justice
How the court system protects citizens’ rights
Each question provides detailed explanations to help you understand why each answer is correct, not just memorize facts — an essential strategy for passing the citizenship exam.
Continue Exploring Chapter 7 – The Justice System
After completing this quiz, you can continue learning about other topics in Chapter 7:
For general questions about the Canadian citizenship test, visit our FAQs page.
All quizzes are based on Discover Canada and are designed to help you confidently prepare for the Canadian Citizenship Practice Test.
Prepare for the Citizenship Test
If you’re starting your preparation, check out our Step-by-Step Citizenship Test Guide to understand the test format and study effectively. For official details about courts in Canada, visit Government of Canada – Courts.

