Canadian citizenship test practice question · Symbols and regions
A fire destroyed most of the Centre Block of the Parliament Buildings in 1916. Which part of the original building survived?
Answer options
- The House of Commons chamber
- The Library of ParliamentCorrect
- The Senate chamber
- The Peace Tower
Answer: The Library of Parliament
The Library survived the fire because its metal doors were closed. The Peace Tower was built later, during the rebuilding.
Checked November 7, 2026