Question 711

The maple leaf has been a Canadian symbol for centuries. According to the Discover Canada guide, since when has it appeared on Canadian uniforms and insignia?

  1. ASince 1965
  2. BSince the 1700s
  3. CSince the 1850s
  4. DSince 1921
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Correct answer: C) Since the 1850s

Explanation

The maple leaf is one of Canada's most well-known symbols. While adopted by French Canadians in the 1700s, it began appearing on Canadian uniforms and insignia in the 1850s.

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