Canadian citizenship test practice question · Government and elections
What is the main role of the Governor General?
Answer options
- To represent the Sovereign in CanadaCorrect
- To lead the party with the most seats
- To make decisions as head of the Supreme Court
- To manage the federal budget
Answer: To represent the Sovereign in Canada
The Governor General represents the Sovereign at the federal level. In each province, a Lieutenant Governor does the same.
Checked November 7, 2026