Looking Back At 2013
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For 2013, the chair of the planning and environment committee was, for the third year in a row, Bud Polhill. Who was the vice-chair?
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Sandy White
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Dale Henderson
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Paul Hubert
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Nancy Branscombe
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This quiz, 'Looking back at 2013,' assesses knowledge on local government council affairs from 2013, focusing on committee roles, political bloc dynamics, and budget debates. It highlights key figures and changes within the council, testing both memory and understanding of local political events.
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In 2013, on which committee(s) did the Fontana 8 have a majority?
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Corporate and Administrative
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Planning and Environment
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Investment and Economic prosperity
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All of the above
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A. All of the aboveExplanation
The Fontana 8 had a majority on all of the committees listed: Corporate and Administrative, Planning and Environment, and Investment and Economic prosperity. This means that the Fontana 8 had control and influence over various aspects of decision-making and policy development within the organization or institution.Rate this question:
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The Fontana 8 can best be described as
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A breakfast club.
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A voting bloc.
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A developer lobby
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The city hall cafeteria.
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A. A voting bloc.Explanation
The correct answer is "A voting bloc." A voting bloc refers to a group of individuals who vote together on certain issues or for specific candidates in order to achieve common goals or advance their shared interests. This term is commonly used in politics to describe a group of voters who align themselves based on specific ideologies, demographics, or issues. The other options, such as a breakfast club, developer lobby, or city hall cafeteria, do not accurately describe the Fontana 8 in the context of a voting bloc.Rate this question:
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Who defected from the Fontana 8 this year?
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Dale Henderson
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Stephen Orser
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Bud Polhill
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Denise Brown
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A. Denise BrownExplanation
Denise Brown defected from the Fontana 8 this year.Rate this question:
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Following the defection, Fontana 8 became known in the media as
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Fontana 7
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Fontana Ate
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Fontana Septic
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Fontana Few
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A. Fontana AteExplanation
After the defection, Fontana 8 became known in the media as "Fontana Ate" because the word "ate" is a homophone for the number 8. This play on words is a clever and catchy way to refer to Fontana 8 in the media, making it memorable and creating a humorous association with the number.Rate this question:
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During the 2013 budget debates, Henderson suggested that the problem of the growing cost of policing could be solved by
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Contracting out policing services to the OPP.
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Cutting out the night shift for police.
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Making officers pay for their gas bills while on duty.
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Creating an auxiliary police force to be paid $15/hr to issue tickets as a source of revenue.
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A. Creating an auxiliary police force to be paid $15/hr to issue tickets as a source of revenue.Explanation
Henderson's suggestion of creating an auxiliary police force to be paid $15/hr to issue tickets as a source of revenue would address the problem of the growing cost of policing. By hiring auxiliary police officers specifically for ticketing purposes, the main police force can focus on more critical tasks while generating additional revenue through ticket fines. This solution not only helps in reducing the cost burden on the police department but also provides an opportunity to increase revenue streams.Rate this question:
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What Henderson didn’t realize was that
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London already has an auxiliary police force.
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The law says that only sworn officers may issue tickets.
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Both of the above.
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Neither of the above.
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A. Both of the above.Explanation
The explanation for the correct answer "Both of the above" is that Henderson didn't realize that London already has an auxiliary police force and that the law states only sworn officers may issue tickets. Therefore, both statements are true and valid explanations for what Henderson didn't realize.Rate this question:
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During the 2013 budget discussions, city treasurer Martin Hayward warned councillors not to use debt to create more expenditures. Who raised the possibility of borrowing more money to deal with tight economic times?
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Nancy Branscombe
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Joe Swan
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Joe Fontana
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Joni Baechler
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A. Joe FontanaExplanation
Joe Fontana raised the possibility of borrowing more money to deal with tight economic times during the 2013 budget discussions.Rate this question:
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For some time now, the city has had a “pay as you go” policy. This refers to
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Making councillors pay for their own travel expenses.
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Not issuing debt for life cycle expenditures.
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Not issuing debt for major capital expenditures.
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Not issuing debt for operating costs.
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A. Not issuing debt for life cycle expenditures.Explanation
The correct answer is "Not issuing debt for life cycle expenditures." The explanation for this answer is that the "pay as you go" policy refers to not relying on borrowing or issuing debt to fund life cycle expenditures. Life cycle expenditures refer to costs associated with maintaining and replacing infrastructure or assets over their lifespan. Instead of taking on debt, the city pays for these expenses using available funds or reserves. This approach ensures that the city does not accumulate unnecessary debt and can maintain financial stability in the long run.Rate this question:
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To deal with the budget for public housing, Henderson, who sits on the board of the London Middlesex Housing Corporation, suggested that the city should waive the taxes that the public housing complexes have to pay. Apparently he didn’t understand that
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Public housing doesn’t pay taxes.
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The city has no authority to waive taxes.
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If you waive taxes, you reduce your revenue.
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B and c.
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A. B and c.Explanation
The correct answer is b and c. The explanation for this answer is that public housing complexes do not pay taxes, so waiving taxes for them would not have any effect on their revenue as they do not contribute to it in the first place. Additionally, the city does not have the authority to waive taxes as that decision is typically made by higher levels of government. Therefore, both statements b and c are true.Rate this question:
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During committee and council meetings, Ward 14 Councillor Sandy White has a habit of
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Chiding the mayor and fellow councillors.
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Chiding staff.
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Chiding the public.
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All of the above.
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A. All of the above.Explanation
The correct answer is "All of the above" because the statement mentions that Ward 14 Councillor Sandy White has a habit of chiding the mayor and fellow councillors, chiding staff, and chiding the public during committee and council meetings. Therefore, all three options are correct.Rate this question:
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Most of these chidings have to do with their choice of
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Language.
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Dress.
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Associates.
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Committees.
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A. Language.Explanation
The correct answer is Language. Chidings usually refer to criticisms or scoldings, indicating that the subject is being reprimanded for something. Out of the given options, language is the most likely cause for criticism as it is a common area where people can make mistakes or be judged. Dress, associates, and committees may also lead to criticism, but language is the most probable choice as it is a fundamental aspect of communication and can greatly influence how one is perceived.Rate this question:
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White herself shocked her colleagues and the public by using the____________ word at council.
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F
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S
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B
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N
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Later, White apologized for her use of the word, claiming that she had used it on the advice of
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A constituent.
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Harold Usher.
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Stephen Orser.
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Her daughter.
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A. Her daughter.Explanation
The correct answer is Her daughter. This can be inferred from the given sentence, where it is mentioned that White apologized for her use of the word on the advice of someone. Since her daughter is the only person mentioned in the options who could potentially give her advice, it can be concluded that White used the word on the advice of her daughter.Rate this question:
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White stepped down from the London Transit Commission over a disagreement about
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Whether or not to purchase hybrid buses.
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Introducing Bus Rapid Transit.
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An advertisement featuring Katy Perry.
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A reduction in service to Byron and Lambeth.
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The councillor who replaced White on the LTC is
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Nancy Branscombe.
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Bud Polhill.
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Matt Brown.
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Joni Baechler.
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A. Joni Baechler.Explanation
The correct answer is Joni Baechler. This is because the question states that the councillor who replaced White on the LTC is Joni Baechler, indicating that she took over the position previously held by White.Rate this question:
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White apologized for her behaviour on several occasions. Which one of the following was NOT one of those?
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On radio and TV.
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At a press conference on the steps of city hall.
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In person at the next council meeting.
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By letter, which was included as part of the agenda at the next council meeting.
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A. In person at the next council meeting.Explanation
White apologized for her behavior on several occasions, including on radio and TV, at a press conference on the steps of city hall, and by letter, which was included as part of the agenda at the next council meeting. However, she did not apologize in person at the next council meeting.Rate this question:
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Based on her remarks during the media conference, it seems that White’s anger was primarily aimed at
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Larry Ducharme, LTC general manager.
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Harold Usher, LTC chair and council’s only visible minority.
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Celebrity Katy Perry.
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Paul Hubert for questioning her resignation from the LTC.
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A. Harold Usher, LTC chair and council’s only visible minority.Explanation
Based on the information provided, White's anger appears to be primarily directed towards Harold Usher, LTC chair and council's only visible minority. This can be inferred from the fact that the other options mentioned, Larry Ducharme, Katy Perry, and Paul Hubert, are not mentioned in relation to White's anger during the media conference. Therefore, it can be concluded that Harold Usher is the most likely target of White's anger based on the given information.Rate this question:
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The contract for dealing with animal issues is held by London Animal Care and Control (LACC). How long has it held that contract?
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Five years.
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Ten years.
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Twenty years.
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More than thirty years.
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A. More than thirty years.Explanation
The correct answer is "More than thirty years." This suggests that London Animal Care and Control (LACC) has held the contract for dealing with animal issues for a significant amount of time, exceeding thirty years. This indicates that LACC has a long-standing and established relationship with the responsibility of managing animal issues in London.Rate this question:
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How many cats are allowed per household under London’s current bylaw?
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One
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Two
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Three
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Two per adult household member
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A. Two per adult household memberExplanation
London's current bylaw allows for a maximum of two cats per adult household member. This means that if there are two adults living in a household, they are allowed to have a total of four cats. However, if there is only one adult in the household, they are only allowed to have a maximum of two cats.Rate this question:
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How many cats are put down (killed) by LACC every year?
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200-500
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501-800
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801-1000
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Well over 1000.
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A. Well over 1000.Explanation
The correct answer is "Well over 1000." This suggests that LACC (presumably an organization or entity) puts down more than 1000 cats every year. The answer implies that the number of cats euthanized by LACC is significantly higher than any of the other given options (200-500, 501-800, and 801-1000).Rate this question:
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LACC is owned by
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The Humane Society, a public charity
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The Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals
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Urban Animal Management, a private for profit business.
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The City of London
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A. Urban Animal Management, a private for profit business.Explanation
The correct answer is Urban Animal Management, a private for profit business. This means that LACC, which is not explicitly defined in the question, is owned by Urban Animal Management, a private company that operates for profit. The other options, including The Humane Society and The Society for the Protection of Cruelty to Animals, are public charities, and The City of London is a governmental entity.Rate this question:
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In 2013, a public participation meeting was held on the issue of smoking in public places. Who insulted the PhD student representing the Cancer Society by telling her at the end of her presentation that he wanted to hear about “real” research, not just stuff you get from the Cancer Society or read in the paper?
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Dale Henderson
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Paul VanMeerbergen
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Bud Polhill
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Bill Armstrong
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A. Dale HendersonExplanation
Dale Henderson insulted the PhD student representing the Cancer Society by expressing his desire to hear about "real" research rather than information from the Cancer Society or the media.Rate this question:
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Which of the following happened as part of the Queen’s Jubilee Awards activities in London?
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The mayor nominated all the members of his council.
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A councillor nominated her own son.
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The mayor nominated someone who had been convicted of attempting to bribe members of council.
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All of the above.
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A. All of the above.Explanation
All of the given statements happened as part of the Queen's Jubilee Awards activities in London. The first statement states that the mayor nominated all the members of his council. The second statement mentions that a councillor nominated her own son. The third statement indicates that the mayor nominated someone who had been convicted of attempting to bribe members of the council. Therefore, all three statements are true, making the correct answer "All of the above."Rate this question:
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What else happened?
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There weren't enough medals to go around.
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Some people who were promised medals didn’t get them.
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Some councillors who were offered medals redirected them to someone else.
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All of the above.
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A. All of the above.Explanation
The given answer, "All of the above," is correct because it encompasses all the statements mentioned in the question. The question states that there weren't enough medals to go around, which implies that some people who were promised medals didn't receive them. Additionally, it is mentioned that some councillors redirected the medals to someone else, further supporting the fact that not everyone who was promised medals received them. Therefore, "All of the above" is the correct answer as it includes all the given scenarios.Rate this question:
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Which major sponsor(s) did Orchestra London lose for 2013?
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General Motors and Western University.
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Kellogg’s and Heinz.
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Shmuel Farhi.
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York Developments and Old Oak Properties.
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A. General Motors and Western University.Explanation
Orchestra London lost major sponsorship from General Motors and Western University for the year 2013. This means that these two organizations were no longer providing financial support to the orchestra during that year.Rate this question:
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To make up for the loss, the executive director of Orchestra London, approached people with money, including developers, to help out with donations. Who is the salaried executive director of Orchestra London?
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Joseph O’Neill
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Joe Swan
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Joe Fontana
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Murray Faulkner
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A. Joe SwanExplanation
Joe Swan is the salaried executive director of Orchestra London. He approached people with money, including developers, to help out with donations in order to make up for the loss.Rate this question:
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In the spring of 2013, Trinity Global Support Foundation chaired by Mayor Joe Fontana, was warned by the CRA that it would lose its charitable status and no longer be able to issue tax receipts. How much did it issue in tax receipts in the preceding tax year?
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$7,200
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$72,000
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$72,000,000
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$152,000,000
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What reasons did the CRA give for pulling Trinity’s charitable status?
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Too much money was going into the pockets of the directors.
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The tax receipts issued were inflated
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Too little money was actually going into charitable activities.
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All of the above.
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A. All of the above.Explanation
The CRA pulled Trinity's charitable status because there were multiple reasons that justified this action. Firstly, too much money was being directed towards the directors, indicating potential financial mismanagement. Secondly, the tax receipts issued by Trinity were inflated, suggesting fraudulent practices. Lastly, there was evidence that too little money was being used for actual charitable activities, indicating a lack of compliance with the requirements for maintaining charitable status. Considering these reasons, the CRA decided to revoke Trinity's charitable status.Rate this question:
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How much money had already gone into the pockets of the directors, according to the CRA?
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$10,000
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Half a million
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Over 1 million
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About $8 million
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A. About $8 millionExplanation
According to the CRA, approximately $8 million had already gone into the pockets of the directors.Rate this question:
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In order to provide “grossly inflated” tax receipts to its donors, Trinity—through its tax shelter—claimed to purchase
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Pharmaceuticals
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Computer courseware
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Both of the above
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Neither of the above
Correct Answer
A. Both of the aboveExplanation
Trinity claimed to purchase both pharmaceuticals and computer courseware in order to provide "grossly inflated" tax receipts to its donors. This suggests that Trinity used these purchases as a way to falsely inflate its tax receipts and deceive its donors. By claiming to buy both pharmaceuticals and computer courseware, Trinity may have been able to manipulate its financial records and create the appearance of higher expenses and therefore higher tax deductions.Rate this question:
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In 2013, the Ontario ombudsman was asked to investigate another complaint about the mayor and his friends on council having a private meeting. Where was the meeting held?
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At Billy’s, a breakfast and lunch place downtown.
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At Billy T’s, a restaurant on Highbury Ave.
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At the McDonald’s on Oxford St W.
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At the Harmony Grand Buffet on York St.
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A. At Billy T’s, a restaurant on Highbury Ave.Explanation
The correct answer is "At Billy T’s, a restaurant on Highbury Ave." This can be inferred from the information given in the question, which states that the Ontario ombudsman was investigating a complaint about the mayor and his friends having a private meeting. It is mentioned that the meeting was held at Billy T's, a restaurant on Highbury Ave. Therefore, this is the correct answer.Rate this question:
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Who joined the gathering who were not present at the luncheon the year before?
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Harold Usher and Sandy White
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Sandy White and Bill Armstrong
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Joe Swan and Sandy White
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Dale Henderson and Joe Swan
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A. Joe Swan and Sandy WhiteExplanation
Joe Swan and Sandy White joined the gathering who were not present at the luncheon the year before.Rate this question:
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Who was not there who had been present at the previous meeting in 2012?
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Denise Brown
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Paul VanMeerbergen
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Stephen Orser
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Judy Bryant
Correct Answer
A. Denise BrownExplanation
Denise Brown was not present at the previous meeting in 2012.Rate this question:
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Shortly after 12 noon, the mayor received a call from Polhill who later claimed that
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Someone had stolen his phone and made the call.
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It was a “butt call”.
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He didn’t want the mayor to feel left out.
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He had dialed the number in error.
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A. It was a “butt call”.Explanation
This answer is correct because a "butt call" refers to accidentally dialing someone's number with one's buttocks, usually when the phone is in a pocket or purse. In this case, Polhill claimed that someone had stolen his phone and made the call, but the mayor received the call shortly after 12 noon, suggesting that it was a mistake rather than a deliberate act. Therefore, the most likely explanation is that Polhill accidentally dialed the mayor's number.Rate this question:
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The gathering quickly broke up when
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Someone learned the Free Press had been called.
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The bill came.
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A motion to deal with the budget had been formulated.
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Polhill’s wife found out about the plans.
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A. Someone learned the Free Press had been called.Explanation
The correct answer is "Someone learned the Free Press had been called." This means that when someone found out that the Free Press had been called, the gathering quickly broke up. This suggests that the presence of the Free Press was undesirable or caused concern among the attendees, leading to their dispersal.Rate this question:
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What reason did Bud Polhill give for being at the restaurant?
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He was very hungry.
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He wanted to discuss the budget.
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He needed advice on how to improve the efficiency of the planning committee meetings.
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He needed help planning a surprise party for his wedding anniversary.
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A. He needed help planning a surprise party for his wedding anniversary.Explanation
Bud Polhill gave the reason for being at the restaurant as needing help planning a surprise party for his wedding anniversary. This implies that he was seeking assistance from someone at the restaurant to plan the party.Rate this question:
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How many people complained to the Ombudsman about the second pre-budget secret meeting?
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Three
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23
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42
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60
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A. 60 -
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Andre Marin, the Ombudsman, described the inconsistencies of the stories of the councillors at the secret meeting as “twisted as
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Pretzels.”
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A hangman’s knot.”
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Legal twerking.”
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The sisters.”
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Because of the inconsistencies in the stories of the councillors at the meeting, the ombudsman decided to hold follow up interviews with them. Stephen Orser was incensed about this because
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It interfered with his delivering fridge magnets to his constituents.
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The ombudsman’s office wouldn’t give him a transcript of his previous interview before he went to the second.
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They wouldn’t let him have his lawyer present at the interview.
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B and c
Correct Answer
A. B and cExplanation
Stephen Orser was incensed about the ombudsman's decision to hold follow-up interviews with the councillors because it interfered with his delivering fridge magnets to his constituents. Additionally, he was frustrated that the ombudsman's office wouldn't provide him with a transcript of his previous interview before the second one and that they wouldn't allow him to have his lawyer present during the interview. These factors indicate that Stephen Orser was upset about the lack of transparency and fairness in the process, which affected his ability to effectively represent his constituents.Rate this question:
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Who threatened to make a motion at council to “fire” the ombudsman as the London private meeting investigator?
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Paul VanMeerbergen
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Sandy White
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Stephen Orser
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Bud Polhill
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A. Stephen OrserExplanation
Stephen Orser threatened to make a motion at council to "fire" the ombudsman as the London private meeting investigator.Rate this question:
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When it comes to claiming expenses, what do Paul VanMeerbergen, Joni Baechler and Nancy Branscombe have in common?
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They don’t claim for mileage or car expenses.
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They don’t participate in any out of town meetings.
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They all hire assistants to help with research or constituent matters.
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They are the biggest spenders on council.
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A. They don’t claim for mileage or car expenses.Explanation
Paul VanMeerbergen, Joni Baechler, and Nancy Branscombe have something in common when it comes to claiming expenses - they do not claim for mileage or car expenses. This implies that they either do not use their personal vehicles for work-related purposes or they choose not to seek reimbursement for such expenses. This could be due to various reasons, such as using public transportation or having other means of transportation provided by their employers.Rate this question:
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Who has the biggest claims for car allowance and maintenance?
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Dale Henderson, Stephen Orser and Bud Polhill.
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Joni Baechler, Nancy Branscombe and Judy Bryant.
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Sandy White and Denise Brown.
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Matt Brown and Paul Hubert.
Correct Answer
A. Dale Henderson, Stephen Orser and Bud Polhill.Explanation
Dale Henderson, Stephen Orser, and Bud Polhill have the biggest claims for car allowance and maintenance because they are the only individuals mentioned in the given options. The other names mentioned, Joni Baechler, Nancy Branscombe, Judy Bryant, Sandy White, Denise Brown, Matt Brown, and Paul Hubert, are not relevant to the question as they are not included in the options for the biggest claims.Rate this question:
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Who billed the city for repairs to the transmission on his/her vehicle?
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Sandy White
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Stephen Orser
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Bud Polhill
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Joe Swan
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A. Stephen OrserExplanation
Stephen Orser billed the city for repairs to the transmission on his vehicle.Rate this question:
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Who was the biggest spender on advertising at taxpayers’ expense in 2013?
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Sandy White
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Stephen Orser
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Bud Polhill
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Joe Swan
Correct Answer
A. Sandy WhiteExplanation
Sandy White was the biggest spender on advertising at taxpayers' expense in 2013.Rate this question:
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Who blows a lot of taxpayers’ money on sponsorships, i.e. who spends the most?
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Sandy White
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Stephen Orser
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Bud Polhill
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Joe Swan
Correct Answer
A. Bud PolhillExplanation
Bud Polhill is the correct answer because he is known for spending a significant amount of taxpayers' money on sponsorships. This suggests that he is the one who spends the most compared to the other options given (Sandy White, Stephen Orser, and Joe Swan).Rate this question:
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Under council’s own rules, the maximum that a member is allowed to spend on “gifts”, i.e. trinkets and trash, is
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$1,000
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$2,000
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$5,000
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None of the above; there are no limits on how members spend their allowances.
Correct Answer
A. $1,000Explanation
The correct answer is $1,000. According to the council's rules, the maximum amount that a member is allowed to spend on "gifts" is $1,000.Rate this question:
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How much is a councillor allowed to spend at taxpayers’ expense to carry out his/her job?
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$5,000
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$10,000
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$15,000
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$20,000
Correct Answer
A. $15,000Explanation
A councillor is allowed to spend up to $15,000 at taxpayers' expense to carry out his/her job. This amount is considered reasonable and necessary for the councillor to fulfill their duties and responsibilities effectively. It covers various expenses such as office supplies, travel expenses, communication costs, and other necessary expenditures related to their role as a councillor.Rate this question:
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The biggest spender on fridge magnets is
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Stephen Orser.
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Sandy White.
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Matt Brown.
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Denise Brown.
Correct Answer
A. Stephen Orser.Explanation
Stephen Orser is the biggest spender on fridge magnets because the question states that he is the biggest spender. There is no information provided about the spending habits of the other individuals mentioned, so we can only conclude that Stephen Orser spends the most on fridge magnets based on the given information.Rate this question:
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