Enter a player name to begin or load your saved progress.
The initial publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was described as 'The Biggest Publishing Project in Canadian History.'
Answer: True
Explanation: The initial publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was indeed described as 'The Biggest Publishing Project in Canadian History,' reflecting its ambitious scope.
The original print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was compiled by fewer than 1,000 scholars and specialists.
Answer: False
Explanation: The original print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was compiled by more than 2,500 scholars and specialists.
Mel Hurtig was motivated to create a new Canadian encyclopedia due to the lack of comprehensive Canadian reference works and errors in existing encyclopedias.
Answer: True
Explanation: Mel Hurtig was indeed motivated by the lack of comprehensive Canadian reference works and the presence of omissions and errors in existing encyclopedias.
The Alberta government's contribution to *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1979 was solely for development costs, with no provision for free copies to schools.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Alberta government's contribution included CA$3.4 million for development costs and an additional $600,000 to provide a free copy to every school and library in Canada.
The verification process for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* required each fact to be signed off by a researcher and supported by at least one source.
Answer: False
Explanation: The rigorous verification process required each fact to be signed off by a researcher and supported by *three* sources, with every article read by three outside readers.
The first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* sold out within months of its 1985 publication.
Answer: False
Explanation: The first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* sold out within *days* of its 1985 publication, becoming a Canadian bestseller.
The first print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1985 contained approximately 3 million words across three volumes.
Answer: True
Explanation: The first print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1985 indeed contained nearly 3 million words across three volumes.
The first French edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was published in 1987 by Alain Stanké.
Answer: True
Explanation: Alain Stanké published the first French edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*, titled *Encyclopédie canadienne*, in 1987.
The 1988 revised edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was the first encyclopedia in the world to be entirely published online.
Answer: False
Explanation: The 1988 revised edition was notable for being the first encyclopedia in the world to use a computer for compilation and printing, not for being published entirely online.
*The Junior Encyclopedia of Canada* was a two-volume set published in 1990.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Junior Encyclopedia of Canada*, published in 1990, was a five-volume encyclopedia.
The first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was priced at $150 per set in 1985.
Answer: False
Explanation: The first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was priced at $125 per set in 1985.
The 1988 revised and expanded edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* added a fourth volume and approximately 500,000 new words.
Answer: True
Explanation: The 1988 revised and expanded edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* indeed added a fourth volume and approximately 500,000 new words.
What was the primary purpose of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* upon its original publication?
Answer: To provide a comprehensive reference work on Canadian subjects.
Explanation: Upon its original publication, the primary purpose of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was to serve as a comprehensive reference work on Canadian subjects.
How many scholars and specialists contributed to the original print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: More than 2,500
Explanation: More than 2,500 scholars and specialists contributed over 9,000 articles to the original print edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
What specific error in existing encyclopedias, concerning Brian Mulroney's political affiliation, motivated Mel Hurtig to initiate a new Canadian encyclopedia?
Answer: Incorrectly identifying his political party.
Explanation: Mel Hurtig was motivated by errors in existing encyclopedias, specifically the incorrect political affiliation of Brian Mulroney.
What was the total financial contribution from the Alberta government for the development and distribution of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1979?
Answer: CA$4.0 million
Explanation: The Alberta government contributed CA$3.4 million for development costs and an additional $600,000 for free copies, totaling CA$4.0 million.
What was a key requirement for the rigorous verification process of facts in *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: Each fact required three sources and a researcher's sign-off.
Explanation: The rigorous verification process required each fact to be signed off by a researcher and supported by three sources, with every article read by three outside readers.
How many sets of the first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* were sold within six months of its 1985 publication?
Answer: Nearly 150,000
Explanation: Nearly 150,000 sets of the first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* were sold within six months of its 1985 publication.
Who published the first French edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1987?
Answer: Alain Stanké
Explanation: Alain Stanké of Montreal published the first French edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1987.
What technological innovation was introduced with the 1988 revised edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: It was the first encyclopedia in the world to use a computer for compilation and printing.
Explanation: The 1988 revised edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was the first encyclopedia in the world to use a computer for compilation, typesetting, design, and printing, utilizing a precursor to HTML.
Which organizations funded *The Junior Encyclopedia of Canada*?
Answer: The federal Department of Communications and the CRB Foundation of Montreal
Explanation: *The Junior Encyclopedia of Canada* was funded by the federal Department of Communications and a grant from the CRB Foundation of Montreal.
Which of the following is NOT one of the main categories of content that *The Canadian Encyclopedia* focuses on?
Answer: International politics
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* primarily focuses on Canadian history, Canadiana, biographies, places, the Arts, First Nations, science, and Canadian innovation, not international politics.
What was the initial price per set for the first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1985?
Answer: $125
Explanation: The first edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was priced at $125 per set when it was published in 1985.
How many new words were added to the 1988 revised and expanded edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: Approximately 500,000
Explanation: The 1988 revised and expanded edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* added approximately 500,000 new words.
What was the description given to the initial publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: "The Biggest Publishing Project in Canadian History"
Explanation: The initial publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was described as 'The Biggest Publishing Project in Canadian History'.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* was initially conceived as an online-only resource to be freely accessible to all Canadians.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Canadian Encyclopedia was first published in print in 1985 and later became freely available online in 2001.
The website for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* offers only textual entries and does not include multimedia items like videos or games.
Answer: False
Explanation: The website for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* includes over 60,000 multimedia items, such as images, maps, charts, games, assessments, and videos.
*The Youth Encyclopedia of Canada* is an entirely separate historical resource and is not integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Youth Encyclopedia of Canada* is integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website, along with other specialized resources.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* website provides an educational hub with instructional materials and study aids for educators and guardians.
Answer: True
Explanation: The website for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* includes an educational hub offering instructional materials, assessments, and study aids for educators and guardians.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* was first published in 1995 and became freely available online in 2005.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was first published in 1985 and became freely available online in 2001.
By 2013, *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website attracted over 6 million visitors annually.
Answer: True
Explanation: By 2013, *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website indeed attracted over 6 million visitors annually, demonstrating its significant reach.
McClelland & Stewart acquired *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1995 and immediately released an online version.
Answer: False
Explanation: McClelland & Stewart acquired *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in May 1991 and released a CD-ROM version in 1995, not an immediate online version.
The digital format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia Plus* incorporated *Webster's Dictionary* and *Roget's Thesaurus*.
Answer: False
Explanation: The digital format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia Plus* incorporated the *Gage Canadian Dictionary*, *Roget's Thesaurus*, and the *Columbia Encyclopedia*, not *Webster's Dictionary*.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* achieved full bilingualism in its electronic format through a grant from the Department of Canadian Heritage.
Answer: True
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* became fully bilingual in its electronic format due to a grant from Heritage Canada, which funded the translation of over 4 million text pieces.
The online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* launched in 2001 was programmed by 7th Floor Media.
Answer: False
Explanation: The online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* launched in 2001 was programmed by Netcentrics, while its interface was designed by 7th Floor Media.
The current enhanced interactive online format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was first released in 2015.
Answer: False
Explanation: The current enhanced interactive online format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* was first released in October 2013.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* has only ever been available in print and online formats, never on CD-ROM.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* has been available in print, CD-ROM (1995–2001), and online formats throughout its history.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* is available only in English, with French translations provided by third-party services.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is available in both English and French, with its electronic format achieving full bilingualism through a grant from Heritage Canada.
The 'Canucklehead' interactive quiz was designed to help users navigate the CD-ROM interface.
Answer: False
Explanation: The 'Canucklehead' interactive quiz was designed to provide an engaging way for users to test their knowledge of Canadian subjects, not to help navigate the CD-ROM interface.
The year-2000 edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* consolidated all previous volumes into a single book.
Answer: True
Explanation: The year-2000 edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* published by McClelland & Stewart consolidated all four previous volumes into a single book.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* is currently available only through paid subscription services.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is currently available entirely online with free access.
The *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada* was integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website in 2002/2003.
Answer: True
Explanation: An online version of the *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada* was incorporated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* during 2002/2003.
Which of the following is NOT listed as a type of multimedia item available on *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website?
Answer: Podcasts
Explanation: The website for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* lists images, maps, charts, games, assessments, and videos as multimedia items, but not podcasts.
When did *The Canadian Encyclopedia* first become freely available online in both official languages?
Answer: 2001
Explanation: A consistently updated version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* has been available for free online in both English and French since 2001.
By 2013, how many volumes of the print version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* had been sold?
Answer: Over 700,000
Explanation: By 2013, over 700,000 volumes of the print version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* had been sold.
When did McClelland & Stewart acquire *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: May 1991
Explanation: McClelland & Stewart acquired *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in May 1991.
Which of the following reference works was NOT incorporated into the digital format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia Plus* CD-ROM?
Answer: *Oxford English Dictionary*
Explanation: The digital format of *The Canadian Encyclopedia Plus* incorporated the *Gage Canadian Dictionary*, *Roget's Thesaurus*, and the *Columbia Encyclopedia*, but not the *Oxford English Dictionary*.
What was the name of the interactive quiz included in the 1998–99 World Edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia on CD-ROM*?
Answer: Canucklehead
Explanation: The interactive quiz included in the 1998–99 World Edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia on CD-ROM* was called 'Canucklehead'.
Who transferred ownership of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from McClelland & Stewart to the Historica Foundation in 1999?
Answer: Avie Bennett
Explanation: Avie Bennett, Chair of McClelland & Stewart, transferred ownership of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* to the Historica Foundation in 1999.
Who designed the interface for the online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* launched in 2001?
Answer: 7th Floor Media
Explanation: The interface for the online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* launched in 2001 was designed by 7th Floor Media.
When was the online version of the *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada* integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: 2002/2003
Explanation: The online version of the *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada* was integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* during 2002/2003.
What was the purpose of the 'Canucklehead' interactive quiz in *The Canadian Encyclopedia on CD-ROM*?
Answer: To offer an engaging way to test knowledge of Canadian subjects.
Explanation: The 'Canucklehead' interactive quiz was designed to provide an engaging and interactive way for users to test their knowledge of Canadian subjects.
What was a key feature of the year-2000 edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* published by McClelland & Stewart?
Answer: It consolidated all four previous volumes into a single book.
Explanation: The year-2000 edition of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* consolidated all four previous volumes into a single book, offering a comprehensive print version.
What is the current status of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*'s availability?
Answer: It is available entirely online with free access.
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is currently available entirely online, providing free access to its comprehensive content.
What is the primary language availability for *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: English and French
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is available in both English and French, reflecting Canada's official languages.
Which of these resources is integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website?
Answer: *The Youth Encyclopedia of Canada*
Explanation: *The Youth Encyclopedia of Canada* is one of several resources integrated into *The Canadian Encyclopedia* website.
Historica Canada was responsible for the original print publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
Answer: False
Explanation: Hurtig Publishing was responsible for the original print publication of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*, while Historica Canada publishes the current online version.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* is affiliated with the federal government and operates as a partisan initiative.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is a non-partisan and non-political initiative by a not-for-profit organization, with no affiliation to any government or political party.
James Harley Marsh served as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from 1985 to 2013.
Answer: True
Explanation: James Harley Marsh served as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from its initial publication in 1985 until his retirement on March 31, 2013.
James Harley Marsh was hired as the first editor-in-chief for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1980.
Answer: True
Explanation: James Harley Marsh was hired as the first editor-in-chief for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 1980, a role he held until 2013.
James Harley Marsh retired as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* in 2013.
Answer: True
Explanation: James Harley Marsh retired as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* on March 31, 2013, after serving since 1985.
As of 2021, *The Canadian Encyclopedia* benefits from the contributions of over 5,000 scholars and specialists.
Answer: True
Explanation: As of 2021, *The Canadian Encyclopedia* indeed benefits from the contributions of over 5,000 scholars and specialists.
*The Canadian Encyclopedia* is primarily funded by private donations and advertising revenue.
Answer: False
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is funded by SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) and the federal Department of Canadian Heritage.
Eli Yarhi is the President and CEO of Historica Canada and also serves as the publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
Answer: False
Explanation: Eli Yarhi is the Managing editor, while Anthony Wilson-Smith is the President and CEO of Historica Canada and publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
Hurtig Publishing was the publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from its initial publication in 1985 until 1991.
Answer: True
Explanation: Hurtig Publishing was indeed the publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from its initial publication in 1985 until 1991.
Which organization is responsible for publishing the current online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: Historica Canada
Explanation: Historica Canada is responsible for publishing the current online version of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
What is *The Canadian Encyclopedia*'s organizational stance regarding political affiliation?
Answer: It is a non-partisan and non-political initiative.
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is presented as a non-partisan and non-political initiative by a not-for-profit organization.
Who served as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from 1985 to 2013?
Answer: James Harley Marsh
Explanation: James Harley Marsh served as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from 1985 until his retirement in 2013.
Who is the current publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: Anthony Wilson-Smith
Explanation: Anthony Wilson-Smith, President and CEO of Historica Canada, also serves as the publisher of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
As of 2021, approximately how many scholars and specialists contribute to *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: Over 5,000
Explanation: As of 2021, *The Canadian Encyclopedia* benefits from the contributions of over 5,000 scholars and specialists.
Which two organizations are listed as primary sources of financial support for *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: SOCAN and the federal Department of Canadian Heritage
Explanation: *The Canadian Encyclopedia* is funded by SOCAN (Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada) and the federal Department of Canadian Heritage.
What is Eli Yarhi's role within *The Canadian Encyclopedia* organization?
Answer: Managing editor
Explanation: Eli Yarhi holds the position of Managing editor for *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
Which publisher was responsible for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from its initial publication in 1985 until 1991?
Answer: Hurtig Publishing
Explanation: Hurtig Publishing was responsible for *The Canadian Encyclopedia* from its initial publication in 1985 until 1991.
What year did James Harley Marsh retire as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: 2013
Explanation: James Harley Marsh retired as editor-in-chief of *The Canadian Encyclopedia* on March 31, 2013.
Which of the following is a partner organization of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*?
Answer: *Maclean's* magazine
Explanation: *Maclean's* magazine is listed as one of the partner organizations of *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
*The Encyclopedia of Canada* (1935-37) by W. Stewart Wallace was the first comprehensive Canadian encyclopedia ever published.
Answer: False
Explanation: Earlier encyclopedic works such as *Canada: An Encyclopaedia of the Country* (1898–1900) preceded *The Encyclopedia of Canada* (1935-37).
The *Encyclopedia Canadiana* (1957) was significant because it was the first Canadian encyclopedia to be published entirely online.
Answer: False
Explanation: The *Encyclopedia Canadiana* (1957) was significant because its core content was derived from W. Stewart Wallace's earlier *The Encyclopedia of Canada*, not because it was published online.
Which earlier encyclopedic work on Canada was edited by J. Castell Hopkins between 1898 and 1900?
Answer: *Canada: An Encyclopaedia of the Country*
Explanation: *Canada: An Encyclopaedia of the Country* (1898–1900) was edited by J. Castell Hopkins as an earlier attempt at a Canadian encyclopedia.
Which of the following specialized encyclopedic works on Canadian subjects was published in 1981?
Answer: *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada*
Explanation: The *Encyclopedia of Music in Canada* was published in 1981 as one of the specialized encyclopedic works preceding *The Canadian Encyclopedia*.
What was the significance of the *Encyclopedia Canadiana* (1957)?
Answer: Its core content was derived from W. Stewart Wallace's earlier *The Encyclopedia of Canada*.
Explanation: The *Encyclopedia Canadiana* (1957) was significant because its core content was derived from W. Stewart Wallace's earlier *The Encyclopedia of Canada*.