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June 23, 2004

Information Bulletin: Canada Day quiz challenges students, parents and history buffs

Edmonton... With Canada Day just around the corner, celebrate our nation's birthday by taking a fun quiz and learn more about the importance of history in Alberta's social studies curriculum.

Alberta Learning invites you to test your knowledge with the second annual Canada Day quiz at www.education.gov.ab.ca/canadadayquiz. In addition to the quiz, find links to websites supporting Canada's proud history.

Alberta's social studies curriculum gives students the opportunity to study Canadian history and learn about people in relation to each other and to their world. Students develop the knowledge and skills necessary to become engaged, active, informed and responsible Canadian citizens.

Take five minutes to test your knowledge and celebrate Canada's birthday.

 Sample
Question
 What do the "B's" stand for in the B & B Royal Commission?
a) Banking and Bonds
b) Bilateral Trade with Britain
c) Bilingualism and Biculturalism
Answer Visit www.education.gov.ab.ca/canadadayquiz