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Red sandstone cliffs meeting the sea along the shore at Cavendish, Prince Edward Island

Prince Edward Island

What the official study guide says about Prince Edward Island, as practice questions. The citizenship test can ask about any province or territory, so it pays to know all thirteen.

Quiz: Prince Edward Island

Question 1 of 6

Which is Canada's smallest province?

Key facts to remember

  • Prince Edward Island is the smallest province. It is known for its beaches, red soil and potato farming.
  • P.E.I., the birthplace of Confederation, is linked to the mainland by the Confederation Bridge, one of the longest multispan bridges in the world.
  • Lucy Maud Montgomery set Anne of Green Gables in P.E.I. It tells of a red-headed orphan girl and her adventures.
  • True. P.E.I. is called the birthplace of Confederation. The Confederation Bridge links it to the mainland.
  • P.E.I. is known for its red soil and its agriculture, especially potatoes.
  • In the guide's table of capitals, Charlottetown is the capital of Prince Edward Island.
Read "Canada's Regions" on canada.ca