What year did the first radio broadcast in Canada take place?
a) 1901
b) 1922
c) 1945
d) 1960
Answer: b) 1922
Which Canadian city was home to the first radio station in the country, known as XWA and later CFCF?
a) Toronto
b) Montreal
c) Vancouver
d) Halifax
Answer: b) Montreal
The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation (CBC) was established in what year?
a) 1925
b) 1936
c) 1952
d) 1967
Answer: b) 1936
What is the name of the CBC’s iconic news program that first aired in 1952?
a) Canada Today
b) The National
c) CBC News Hour
d) Current Affairs
Answer: b) The National
Which Canadian broadcasting network was established to provide multilingual programming for newcomers to Canada?
a) Global Television Network
b) CTV Television Network
c) Omni Television
d) Citytv
Answer: c) Omni Television
The “Hockey Night in Canada” radio broadcasts have been a staple of Canadian sports culture since what year?
a) 1920
b) 1936
c) 1952
d) 1967
Answer: a) 1920
Which Canadian media company operates the popular sports channel TSN (The Sports Network)?
a) Bell Media
b) Rogers Communications
c) Corus Entertainment
d) CBC/Radio-Canada
Answer: a) Bell Media
The Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) was established in what year to regulate broadcasting and telecommunications?
a) 1925
b) 1958
c) 1968
d) 1983
Answer: b) 1958
What was the name of the first Canadian television station, which began broadcasting in 1952?
a) CBFT
b) CBLT
c) CFTO
d) CFPL
Answer: a) CBFT
Which Canadian comedian and actor hosted the satirical news program “This Hour Has 22 Minutes”?
a) Rick Mercer
b) John Candy
c) Mike Myers
d) Jim Carrey
Answer: a) Rick Mercer
The “Golden Age of Radio” in Canada refers to which decades?
a) 1910s and 1920s
b) 1930s and 1940s
c) 1950s and 1960s
d) 1970s and 1980s
Answer: b) 1930s and 1940s
“SCTV” (Second City Television) was a popular Canadian sketch comedy show that launched the careers of many comedians. In which city was it based?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Ottawa
Answer: a) Toronto
Which Canadian children’s television show featured characters like Polkaroo, Granny, and Jerome, and aired in the 1970s and 1980s?
a) Mr. Dressup
b) The Friendly Giant
c) Polka Dot Door
d) The Magic School Bus
Answer: c) Polka Dot Door
What is the name of the CBC’s popular satirical news program that features a mix of news parody and comedy sketches?
a) 22 Minutes
b) The Daily Show
c) Saturday Night Live
d) The Beaverton
Answer: d) The Beaverton
The Canadian version of the music video channel MTV, known as “MuchMusic,” was launched in what year?
a) 1971
b) 1984
c) 1991
d) 2000
Answer: b) 1984
“Canada AM” was a popular morning news and talk show that aired for decades on which Canadian television network?
a) CBC
b) CTV
c) Global
d) Citytv
Answer: b) CTV
The Canadian version of the reality TV series “Big Brother” has been broadcast on which network?
a) CBC
b) CTV
c) Global
d) Bravo
Answer: c) Global
“The Nature of Things” is a long-running Canadian documentary series that focuses on what subject matter?
a) Music and entertainment
b) Science and nature
c) Food and cooking
d) Travel and exploration
Answer: b) Science and nature
Which Canadian actress hosted the talk show “The Ellen DeGeneres Show” for several years?
a) Celine Dion
b) Sarah McLachlan
c) Ellen Page
d) Ellen DeGeneres
Answer: d) Ellen DeGeneres
The “Heritage Minutes” are short films produced by Historica Canada that highlight significant moments in Canadian history. In what year were they first launched?
a) 1980
b) 1992
c) 2000
d) 2010
Answer: c) 2000
The radio program “Cross Country Checkup” allows Canadians to discuss and debate current issues. Which broadcaster hosts this show?
a) Peter Mansbridge
b) Jian Ghomeshi
c) Rex Murphy
d) Duncan McCue
Answer: d) Duncan McCue
Which Canadian television show, known for its humorous and irreverent commentary on pop culture, is hosted by comedian Ron MacLean and sports commentator Don Cherry?
a) Hockey Night in Canada
b) Trailer Park Boys
c) The Red Green Show
d) Coach’s Corner
Answer: d) Coach’s Corner
The Canadian sitcom “Corner Gas” is set in the fictional town of Dog River. In which province is this show set?
a) Saskatchewan
b) Manitoba
c) Alberta
d) Ontario
Answer: a) Saskatchewan
Which Canadian sketch comedy show, known for its political satire and impersonations, features cast members such as Kate McKinnon and Eugene Levy?
a) SCTV
b) Kids in the Hall
c) This Hour Has 22 Minutes
d) The Royal Canadian Air Farce
Answer: c) This Hour Has 22 Minutes
The Canadian sci-fi TV series “Continuum” follows a police officer from the future who travels back in time to the present day. In which city is the series primarily set?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Calgary
Answer: b) Vancouver
The Canadian sketch comedy show “The Kids in the Hall” featured a group of comedians known for their quirky and often absurd humor. In which city did the group originate?
a) Toronto
b) Montreal
c) Vancouver
d) Halifax
Answer: a) Toronto
Which Canadian TV series, set in a fictional hospital, is known for its comedic and often exaggerated portrayal of medical professionals?
a) Grey’s Anatomy
b) ER
c) Scrubs
d) Corner Gas
Answer: d) Corner Gas
The Canadian TV show “Trailer Park Boys” is a mockumentary-style comedy that follows the lives of residents in a fictional trailer park. In which province is the trailer park located?
a) Alberta
b) Manitoba
c) Nova Scotia
d) Saskatchewan
Answer: c) Nova Scotia
“The Red Green Show” is a Canadian sitcom that features the character Red Green and his humorous escapades. In which province is the show primarily set?
a) Saskatchewan
b) Manitoba
c) Ontario
d) British Columbia
Answer: a) Saskatchewan
The Canadian TV series “Degrassi” has explored various themes and generations of characters over the years. What is the full title of the original series that aired in the late 1970s?
a) Degrassi: The Next Generation
b) Degrassi High
c) Degrassi Junior High
d) Degrassi: The Next Class
Answer: c) Degrassi Junior High
The Canadian television drama “Flashpoint” follows the Strategic Response Unit as they handle high-risk situations. In which city is the series primarily set?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Ottawa
Answer: a) Toronto
The Canadian animated TV series “Arthur” is based on a book series by which author?
a) Robert Munsch
b) Beverly Cleary
c) Maurice Sendak
d) Marc Brown
Answer: d) Marc Brown
The CBC’s long-running radio show “Vinyl Cafe,” hosted by Stuart McLean, featured a mix of storytelling and what type of music?
a) Classical
b) Jazz
c) Folk
d) Rock
Answer: c) Folk
Which Canadian actress and comedian hosted the talk show “The Rick Mercer Report,” where she delivered humorous and satirical commentary on current events?
a) Mary Walsh
b) Catherine O’Hara
c) Samantha Bee
d) Rick Mercer
Answer: d) Rick Mercer
Dragon’s Den” is a Canadian reality TV show where entrepreneurs pitch their business ideas to potential investors. Which animal is often associated with entrepreneurs who secure funding?
a) Lion
b) Bear
c) Dragon
d) Eagle
Answer: c) Dragon
The Canadian TV series “Heartland” is set on a ranch where characters deal with the challenges of life on the prairies. In which province is the series primarily set?
a) Alberta
b) Manitoba
c) Saskatchewan
d) British Columbia
Answer: a) Alberta
The Canadian TV series “Republic of Doyle” follows a father-son team of private investigators. In which province is the series primarily set?
a) Newfoundland and Labrador
b) Prince Edward Island
c) Nova Scotia
d) New Brunswick
Answer: a) Newfoundland and Labrador
“Mr. Dressup” was a beloved Canadian children’s television show that featured the character Mr. Dressup and his puppet friends. What was Mr. Dressup’s real name?
a) Fred Rogers
b) Bob McKeown
c) Ernie Coombs
d) Jim Henson
Answer: c) Ernie Coombs
The Canadian TV series “Being Erica” follows a woman who has the opportunity to relive moments from her past. In which city is the series primarily set?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Calgary
Answer: a) Toronto
Which Canadian TV series, set in the early 20th century, follows the adventures of detective William Murdoch as he solves crimes using innovative forensic techniques?
a) The X-Files
b) Murdoch Mysteries
c) Sherlock
d) Criminal Minds
Answer: b) Murdoch Mysteries
The Canadian TV series “Anne with an E” is an adaptation of a classic novel set on Prince Edward Island. What is the full name of the novel’s main character?
a) Anne Brown
b) Anne Smith
c) Anne Johnson
d) Anne Shirley
Answer: d) Anne Shirley
“Kim’s Convenience” is a Canadian TV series that focuses on the lives of the Kim family, who run a convenience store. In which city is the series primarily set?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Calgary
Answer: a) Toronto
Which Canadian TV series, based on a book series by Kathy Reichs, follows forensic anthropologist Dr. Temperance Brennan as she solves crimes using her expertise in bones and remains?
a) Bones
b) The X-Files
c) CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
d) Silent Witness
Answer: a) Bones
The Canadian TV series “Schitt’s Creek” follows the wealthy Rose family as they adjust to life in a small town. In which province is the town located?
a) Ontario
b) Quebec
c) Alberta
d) British Columbia
Answer: a) Ontario
Which Canadian TV series, known for its sci-fi and supernatural elements, follows the adventures of the Winchester brothers as they hunt demons, ghosts, and monsters?
a) Supernatural
b) X-Files
c) Haven
d) Shadowhunters
Answer: a) Supernatural
The Canadian TV series “Letterkenny” is set in a small town and focuses on the interactions of its quirky residents. In which province is the town located?
a) Ontario
b) Quebec
c) Saskatchewan
d) Alberta
Answer: a) Ontario
“Mary Kills People” is a Canadian TV series that centers on Dr. Mary Harris, who works as an ER doctor by day and assists terminally ill patients with euthanasia by night. In which province is the series primarily set?
a) Ontario
b) Quebec
c) British Columbia
d) Alberta
Answer: a) Ontario
The Canadian TV series “Orphan Black” follows a woman who discovers she is a clone and becomes entangled in a conspiracy. In which city is the series primarily set?
a) Toronto
b) Vancouver
c) Montreal
d) Calgary
Answer: a) Toronto
Which Canadian TV series, known for its dark and supernatural themes, follows a detective who investigates crimes involving creatures from mythology and folklore?
a) Buffy the Vampire Slayer
b) Lost Girl
c) Penny Dreadful
d) The Magicians
Answer: b) Lost Girl
The Canadian TV series “You Can’t Do That on Television” was a sketch comedy show that gained popularity in the 1980s. In which province was the show produced?
a) Ontario
b) Quebec
c) British Columbia
d) Alberta
