Which document, signed in 1215 in England, influenced Canadian rights and freedoms?

Question: Which document, signed in 1215 in England, influenced Canadian rights and freedoms?

Answer options: ✅ The Magna Carta

• The Declaration of Independence
• The Code Napoléon
• The Treaty of Paris

Correct answer: The Magna Carta

Explanation: The Magna Carta, signed in England in 1215, is the correct answer because it established the principle that everyone, including the sovereign, is subject to the law, protecting individual rights. This document laid the foundation for Canadian constitutional freedom and the rule of law. The Declaration of Independence is an American document, the Code Napoléon is the French civil law system, and the Treaty of Paris dealt with territorial treaties rather than English civil liberties. Officially, Canada’s heritage of freedom and constitutional rights directly stems from this "Great Charter." Test-takers must recognize the Magna Carta as a key historical source of Canadian liberties.