Questions (Teacher):

1. Who decides how much income tax we should pay? Elected MPs and MPPs.

2. What sort of taxation system does Canada have? A progressive system.

3. Is this a fair system? Explain your view.

4. What other type of taxation system have some people suggested we should use in Canada? A flat tax.

5. Do you think this would be a good idea?

6. Some of the answers you gave were facts, but some were opinions. Which ones were facts and which were opinions?

Facts: 1, 2 and 4. Opinion: 3 and 5

The answers to the questions are either facts or opinions. The passage could be used in an activity that discusses the difference between the two. Students may be given an opportunity to answer the questions in writing or in a discussion as a speaking and listening activity.