Master the Canadian Citizenship Test! With tailored quizzes, real test simulations, detailed explanations, and expert tips. With over 500 questions. Updated for 2025

Each practice test/flash card set has 50 randomly selected questions from a bank of over 500. You'll get a new set of questions each time!

Practice this question and more.


Who is exempt from the requirement of knowing English or French to become a Canadian citizen?

  1. Adult applicants 45 years of age or over

  2. Adult applicants 50 years of age or over

  3. Adult applicants 55 years of age or over

  4. Adult applicants 60 years of age or over

The correct answer is: Adult applicants 55 years of age or over

Applicants who are 55 years of age or over are exempt from the requirement of knowing English or French to become a Canadian citizen. This is because the Citizenship Act states that applicants who are 55 years of age or older are only required to pass a knowledge test about Canada and its values, rights, and responsibilities. This is in recognition of the fact that learning a new language may be difficult for older individuals. Therefore, options A, B, and D are incorrect as they suggest that applicants over 45, 50, and 60 are exempt, respectively. This highlights the importance of paying attention to details and specific criteria when answering questions related to citizenship requirements.