Question 1

The period called neoliberalism is said to reject which of the following forms of economics?

Accepted Answer

Neoliberalism rejects Keynesian economics, which emphasized government intervention to regulate markets and stabilize the economy. Instead, neoliberalism advocates for limited government intervention, free trade, deregulation, and privatization.

Question 2

Under the Canada Health and Social Transfer,provinces and territories are required to uphold a "residency requirement" when providing what service?

Accepted Answer

Provinces and territories are required to uphold a "residency requirement" when providing social assistance, which includes financial assistance for basic needs such as food, shelter, and clothing to those in need. The Canada Health and Social Transfer provides funding to provinces and territories to support social assistance programs.

Question 3

Which negative economic impact is most blamed for Canada's fiscal crisis in the early 1990s?

Accepted Answer

The accumulation of annual deficits combined with a growing public debt resulted in Canada's fiscal crisis in the early 1990s. This led to the government implementing austerity measures and restructuring programs to address the issue.

Question 4

What was the approximate national debt when the Liberal government under Jean Chrétien came to power in 1993?

Accepted Answer

The approximate national debt when the Liberal government under Jean Chrétien came to power in 1993 was $500 billion. Option A is too low, option B and D are too high.

Question 5

In 2004,which province became the first to put a time limit on welfare eligibility?

Accepted Answer

In 2004, British Columbia became the first province in Canada to put a time limit on welfare eligibility, introducing policies that restricted the amount of time individuals could receive welfare benefits.

Question 6

What does the phrase "race to the bottom" refer to?

Accepted Answer

"Race to the bottom" typically refers to a situation where entities (such as countries or provinces) compete to offer the lowest possible standards or benefits in areas like taxes, labor laws, or welfare benefits. Thus, D is the best choice since it refers to a competition among provinces to cut welfare benefits.

Question 7

In 1996,the Canada Health and Social Transfer (CHST)was introduced as a new funding arrangement between the federal and provincial/territorial governments.All of the following describe the CHST EXCEPT which?

Accepted Answer

The CHST was less conditional than its predecessors, offering provinces and territories more flexibility in how they spent federal funds on health, post-secondary education, and social services.

Question 8

Although the Progressive Conservative government reduced many long-established social welfare programs,which of the following did they launch?

Accepted Answer

The Progressive Conservative government launched the Family Violence Initiative as part of their efforts to address social issues despite reducing other welfare programs.

Question 9

What was the first province in Canada to introduce welfare-to-work programs?

Accepted Answer

Ontario was the first province in Canada to introduce welfare-to-work programs in 1993 under the government of Premier Bob Rae. The program, called "Workfare," required able-bodied welfare recipients to work in community service or public works in exchange for their benefits. Other provinces later adopted similar programs.

Question 10

In 1991,the passage of Bill C-69 allowed the federal government to reduce its contributions under the Canada Assistance Plan (CAP)to the three richest provinces.Which provinces were richest at that time?

Accepted Answer

In 1991, Alberta, British Columbia, and Ontario were the three richest provinces in Canada. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

Question 11

In 1990,which of the following did the federal government stop financing,leaving it up to employers and workers to fund through their own contributions?

Accepted Answer

In 1990, the federal government stopped financing Unemployment Insurance, leaving it up to employers and workers to fund through their own contributions.

Question 12

Which economic philosophy was favoured by Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and his Progressive Conservative government?

Accepted Answer

Prime Minister Brian Mulroney and his Progressive Conservative government favoured monetarism, which is a laissez-faire economic philosophy that emphasizes the importance of controlling the money supply to stabilize the economy. This approach was in line with the government's emphasis on free market principles and reducing government intervention in the economy.

Question 13

Between 1993 and 2003,which scenario describes Canada's place on the UN's list of the most desirable places to live in the world?

Accepted Answer

According to the information given, Canada's ranking on the UN's list of the most desirable places to live in the world between 1993 and 2003 fell from first to eighth place.

Question 14

Although it was a replaced with a new program,in 1993,which of the following government programs was scrapped altogether causing a loss of support to many Canadians?

Accepted Answer

The Family Allowances program was scrapped altogether in 1993 and replaced with the Child Tax Benefit program. This caused a loss of support to many Canadians who were receiving benefits from the previous program. The Mothers' Allowance and Canada Assistance Plan were not scrapped altogether and still exist today, albeit under different names and with different eligibility criteria.

Question 15

Which individual believed that giving money to citizens through income security programs,tax breaks,and other government initiatives encourages spending,which in turn,stimulated the economy?

Accepted Answer

John Maynard Keynes is known for his economic theory that proposed the government should intervene in the economy during times of recession by stimulating demand through increased government spending and income security programs. This belief was based on the idea that increased spending would increase demand, resulting in increased production and economic growth.

Question 16

Which of the following terms portrays how economists sometimes describe the period from 1945 to the early 1970s?

Accepted Answer

The term "golden era" of capitalism is often used to describe the period from 1945 to the early 1970s, during which the economies of the Western developed countries experienced high levels of economic growth, low unemployment rates, and rising standards of living for the middle class.

Question 17

What does the term "clawback" refer to in the social welfare field?

Accepted Answer

Clawback refers to the process of taking back or reducing the benefits of existing universal economic programs, often based on the recipient's income level or other criteria.

Question 18

In 1989,the federal Progressive Conservatives announced drastic cuts to social spending and the end to universal income security programs.Which two income security programs ceased to be universal under this government?

Accepted Answer

Under the federal Progressive Conservatives in 1989, the two income security programs that ceased to be universal were the Old Age Security and Family Allowances programs.

Question 19

When the Liberals won the federal election in 1993,they entered office more as business than social liberals.What do business liberals believe is key to the achievement of social security?

Accepted Answer

Business liberals believe that a strong economy and good jobs are key to achieving social security. This means that if people have access to stable employment and sufficient income, they will have the means to take care of themselves and their families, reducing their dependence on government assistance programs. It also means that a thriving economy can generate the tax revenue needed to fund these programs and other social services.

Question 20

The phrase "social policy by stealth" is used to describe the way that Brian Mulroney and his government handled social program budgets.Which statement best reflects this phrase?

Accepted Answer

"Social policy by stealth" suggests that social programs are being gradually eroded or reduced in a subtle and unnoticed manner. This is in contrast to regular review and elimination of redundant programs (B), gradual expansion of programs (A), or restricted access to new funding (D).

Quiz 4: Social Welfare in the Globalization ERA