Canadian Citizenship Practice Test 2025

In what year was the Centre Block destroyed by an accidental fire?

1. 1860

2. 1916

3. 1922

4. 1927

The correct answer is: 1916

In the year 1916, the Centre Block of the Canadian Parliament building was destroyed by an accidental fire. This option is correct because it accurately reflects the historical event that occurred. Option A, 1860, is incorrect as this was the year the construction of the Centre Block was completed. Option C, 1922, is also incorrect as this was the year the Peace Tower, which is part of the Centre Block, was completed. Option D, 1927, is incorrect as this was the year the rebuilding of the Centre Block was completed after the fire in 1916.