Québec Values Test: Freedom of expression, press and association

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1. A newspaper publishes an editorial opposing the Premier's decisions. Is this allowed in Québec?

   1. The government may close the paper without a trial
   2. The paper must first get government approval
   3. It is forbidden during the Premier's term
   4. Yes, thanks to freedom of the press

2. An ordinary citizen wants to publish her opinion in a newspaper. Is this possible?

   1. No, you must belong to a political party
   2. Yes, but only during an election
   3. Yes, newspapers publish opinion pieces
   4. No, only journalists may write

3. According to the guide, what is the essential role of the media in a democracy?

   1. Choosing which candidates may run in elections
   2. Informing the public and offering a range of opinions
   3. Publicly judging people accused of crimes
   4. Broadcasting only messages the government approves

4. Why must a Québec public servant set aside her personal opinions at work?

   1. The government chooses its employees' opinions
   2. She is not allowed to vote in elections
   3. Public servants have no right to free expression
   4. Her job carries a duty of discretion and neutrality

5. A community organization publicly criticizes a government decision. Is this allowed?

   1. Yes, but only in private, never publicly
   2. Yes, associations may criticize the government
   3. No, unless it receives no public funding
   4. No, organizations must stay neutral toward the State

6. Which of these groups is an example of freedom of association?

   1. A labour union
   2. A court
   3. A riding
   4. A ministry

7. Which of these is NOT protected by freedom of expression?

   1. Criticism of the government
   2. An opinion on current events
   3. Statements that incite hatred
   4. Disagreement with a law

8. Which two fundamental freedoms, central to Québec values, does the Charter of Human Rights and Freedoms protect?

   1. Expression, and association and peaceful assembly
   2. Freedom to carry weapons and take justice into your own hands
   3. Freedom to pay no taxes and to skip voting
   4. Freedom to choose your language at school and at work

9. On what condition are citizens encouraged to express their political opinions publicly?

   1. That they speak only at election time
   2. That they respect the dignity of others
   3. That they belong to a recognized party
   4. That their employer agrees

10. Neighbours who share a hobby form an informal club. What do Québec laws provide for this kind of group?

    1. They allow people to associate and regulate groups by activity
    2. They ban any group that is not registered with the State
    3. They reserve this right to people with Canadian citizenship
    4. They require a public servant to attend every meeting

11. What can limit a person's freedom of expression?

    1. The opinion of most of their neighbours
    2. The government disagreeing with their ideas
    3. Another person's right to protect their reputation
    4. Not being a Canadian citizen

12. A group of parents wants to demonstrate outside the National Assembly. When is this allowed?

    1. If the group is registered as a political party
    2. If every participant is a Canadian citizen
    3. If the Premier gives written permission
    4. If the protest is peaceful and lawful

13. A citizen publishes an article criticizing a law passed by the government. Is this allowed?

    1. Yes, but only with your member's written consent
    2. No, except during an election campaign
    3. No, criticizing a law in force is an offence
    4. Yes, you can disagree without fear of reprisal