Question 1

During the 2025 Canadian federal election campaign, which Toronto band's song "Whoa Is Me" became a viral hit associated with Liberal leader Mark Carney's victory celebration?

Accepted Answer

Down With Webster

Question 2

The "Brantford Boomer" meme, which went viral on X (formerly Twitter) during the 2025 election, depicted a Liberal supporter making what gesture in front of a rally?

Accepted Answer

A double middle finger

Question 3

Which U.S. President's persistent comments suggesting Canada should become America's "51st State" became a significant, albeit rejected, theme during the 2025 Canadian federal election campaign?

Accepted Answer

Donald Trump

Question 4

The "Apple Video," a viral moment from the 2025 election, featured Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre responding dismissively to questions while consuming what fruit?

Accepted Answer

An apple

Question 5

A report by Reset Tech warned about the influence of U.S.-based TikTok creators on Canadian politics, noting that while they posted a smaller percentage of videos, they accounted for what percentage of views during the lead-up to the 2025 election?

Accepted Answer

45%

Question 6

The Online News Act, passed in 2023, led to Meta banning news posts on Canadian Facebook and Instagram. This situation, as noted by Emily Laidlaw, has led political news seekers to increasingly rely on which platform, blurring the lines between traditional media and influencers?

Accepted Answer

TikTok

Question 7

In the 2025 election, which party's platform included a commitment to "Axe the Tax" and "Stand up for Canada for a change"?

Accepted Answer

Conservative Party of Canada

Question 8

The "Great Canadian Encyclopedia of Political Memes" project studied memes from the 2019 election, noting a general trend towards what tone in political memes?

Accepted Answer

Negativity

Question 9

According to reports on the 2025 Canadian election, which social media platform was identified as a target for AI-enabled deception, including fake interviews and fraudulent investment schemes involving political figures?

Accepted Answer

X (formerly Twitter)

Question 10

Which Canadian politician was criticized for a 2019 meme posted by the Conservative Party of Canada's main account, which depicted him turning off a valve related to the oil and gas sector, but was criticized for an inaccurate portrayal of his skin tone?

Accepted Answer

Justin Trudeau

Question 11

The 2025 election saw a notable increase in sponsored posts on X (formerly Twitter) masquerading as mainstream news, targeting Canadian politicians. These posts often used what kind of language to grab attention?

Accepted Answer

Hyperbolic phrases

Question 12

Following Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's departure in January 2025, Mark Carney was elected leader of the Liberal Party and subsequently became Prime Minister, campaigning on a "Canada Strong" message in an election heavily influenced by rhetoric concerning which country's leader?

Accepted Answer

The United States (Donald Trump)

Question 13

The Canada Proud network, a significant political force in the 2025 election, primarily used which social media platform for its extensive advertising campaigns?

Accepted Answer

Facebook

Question 14

A controversy arose in early 2026 surrounding a CBC/APTN comedy series in production called "Northland Tales," which was pitched as a satirical prank show. Former RCMP officers claimed they were intentionally misled into participating, with the National Police Federation calling it a "profound breach of trust." This situation highlighted concerns about what type of content generation?

Accepted Answer

Misinformation and stereotypes

Question 15

In the 2025 election, discussions around sovereignty and the relationship with the United States were heightened due to persistent comments from U.S. President Donald Trump. Which of the following candidates firmly rejected these comments, positioning themselves as best equipped to manage Canada-U.S. relations?

Accepted Answer

All candidates

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