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1-Which year Canada became the first country in the world to declare multiculturalism as official state policy.

 In 1971,

2- Which day is designated as Canadian Multiculturalism Day.

June 27

3- According to Statistics, by 2017, Canada’s 150th birthday, the numbers of visible minorities will  rise to, 6.5 million, 7.5 million or 8.5 million?

 8.5 million people

4- According to Statistic Canada there will be more than 7, 8 or 9 million  immigrants living in our diverse nation.

More than 7 Million.

5- What percentage of the Canadians , speak English as their first language?

57%

6- What percentage of the Canadians , speak French as their first language?

21%

7- What percentage of of the Canadians , speak Aboriginal as their first language? (hint less than 10%)

Less than 1 %

8- How many languages are spoken World-Wide? ( hint: more than 4000,5000,6000)

6500

9- Which is the most common language spoken world-wide?

Mandarin Chinese

10. What are the three main Religions in the world?

Christianity, Islam, Hinduism

11- What percentage of Canadians speak English?

32.8 %

12- What percentage of Canadians speak French?

26.8%

13: What percentage of Canadians speak Spanish?

10.8%

14- Which are the three main languages spoken in Canada?

English, French, Spanish

15- What percentage of Canadians are Canadians by birth?

56%

16: What do you know about the origin of English?

English Language was originated in West Germany. The language was brought to Britain by German Invaders and Settlers.

17-What is the total population of the world?

7 Billion

18- Do you know about any ancient cultural remnants?

·        The Egyptian pyramids:^[21] giant tombs built by the ancient Egyptians beginning about 2600 BC as the final resting places of their royalty.

·        The study of the ancient cities of Harappa (India, now Pakistan),^[22] Mohenjo-daro (Pakistan), and Lothal^[23] in India (South Asia).

·        The city of Pompeii:^[24] an ancient Roman city preserved by the eruption of a volcano in AD 79. Its state of preservation is so great that it is a valuable window into Roman culture and provided insight into the cultures of the Etruscans and the Samnites.^[25]

·        The Terracotta Army:^[26] the mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor in ancient China.

·        The discovery of Knossos by Minos Kalokairinos and Sir Arthur Evans.

·        The discovery of Troy by Heinrich Schliemann.

19- What is the most popular Japnese food?

Sushi

20- Name any popular Chinese food?

Chow Mein, Chinese Rice, Chinese Soups.

21- Can you name any Peculiar Pakistani Dish?

Karahi, Nihaari, Sri-Paya, Biryani, Samosa, Kichori, Kheer, Lassi etc.

22: Where was Samosa originated?

Samosa was originated in Middle East. It was called Sambosa.

23- Where did kebab originated?

Kabab is is originally a word of Persian, Arabic and Urdu Languages. It was originated in Middle East.

24- Can you name some traditional types of Kebabs/Kababs?

Seikh Kabab, Shami Kabab, Chapli Kabab,Tikka Kabab.(mid-East, south Asia)

(shish kebab (Turkish)

25- What are favourit American foods, also poplar in Canada?

Hamburgers, Hot-dogs, French Fries, Pizza.

26- Name any Famous Foods of Canada in particular.

Bacon, Poutine, Maple Syrup.

27-Famous Italian Foods?

Lasagna, Pasta, Spagetti, Pizza

28 Can you name any traditional German dish?

Dirndl

29- Can you name any traditional dress worn in Japan?

Kimono, Hakama, Happi

30-Name any Traditional dress of Mexico?

Huipil

31- Can you name any traditional dresses from South Asian Culture?

Sari, Shalwar Kameez, Lehnga, Kurta Pajama, Dhoti, Lungi etc.

33- Can you name any traditional South Asian Musical Instrument?

Tabla, Baansuri, Harmonium, Saarungi, Ik- Taara, Sitaar, Dhole etc.

34- Can you name any traditional musical instruments from Africa.

Tarka Flute, Calimba, Agogo, Various types of Bells and Shakers.

35-Can you name any traditional musical instruments from America.

Piano, Xylophone, Drum kit,  Clapsticks, Drum kit etc.

36- Which is Canada Black History Month?

February

37- Which  is Canada Aboriginal History Month?

June

38 What is the percentage of Aboriginal people in Canada?

4.3 %

39- When is Canada Day celebrated?

1^st. July

40: Which language the word ‘Henna’ belongs?

Arabic

41-What is the other name of Henna

Mehndi (in South Asia)

41- Tell us about any famous cultural .celebration?
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