Guide

Hello! Here we are again. Did you enjoy reading these units about Canada? Someone once said, "The world is a stage, everyone plays a part in the unfolding drama." As the second largest country in the world, what part is Canada playing in the world arena? What is its relationship with other characters in the drama? And what part will it play in the future? If you're wondering about these same questions, then this must be the unit for you. Again, before you start reading, try your hand at these questions and see how much you know about Canada's international relations.

1. Canada is generally considered as a _______.
　(a) political middle power
　(b) economic superpower
　(c) cultural small power
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2. Canada became a full-fledged and sovereign state after _____.
　(a) American Civil War
　(b) World War I
　(c) World War II
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3. Canada recognized China in _____.
　(a) 1949
　(b) 1956
　(c) 1969
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4. Canada is a member of ______.
　(a) NATO
　(b) the Commonwealth
　(c) both NATO and the Commonwealth
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How did you score? Canada is a big country that is playing an important role in international affairs. Knowing more about its foreign policies and the role it's playing will certainly help us know this country and its people better. And here're some key points that can help to make your reading easier. Now, off we go!