Canadian Citizenship Practice Test 2025

From what does the red-white-red pattern of the Canadian flag originate?

1. The Maple Leaf

2. The Royal Military College, Kingston founded in 1876

3. The Cross of St. George

4. The Canadian Coat of Arms

The correct answer is: The Royal Military College, Kingston founded in 1876

The red-white-red pattern on the Canadian flag originates from the Royal Military College in Kingston, Ontario, founded in 1876. This pattern is a symbol of the institute's strong influence on the formation and development of the country. The maple leaf is often associated with Canada, but it was not until 1965 that it was officially adopted as the country's national emblem. The Cross of St. George is the flag of England and has no connection to the Canadian flag. The Canadian Coat of Arms includes elements from various sources, including the maple leaf, but it is not the origin of the red-white-red pattern on the flag.