Canadian Citizenship Practice Test 2025

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True or False: the provincial legislatures are architectural treasures?

True
False

The correct answer is: True

Historical context may lead one to believe that the provincial legislatures are architectural treasures due to their age or design. However, the reality is that many provincial legislatures are practical, bureaucratic buildings designed for function rather than aesthetic appeal, contrary to the image of grandiosity commonly associated with political establishments. The buildings frequently utilized standardized styles -such as the British Queen Anne revival- for cost-saving purposes rather than unique, artistic designs. Moreover, building regulations prevented features such as balconies, porticos, or decorations from being constructed to safeguard the public funds invested in the structures. This budget-focused approach favored practicality over architectural beauty, making it false that provincial legislatures are architectural treasures.