#1
Which of the following is not a source of law?
Executive orders
ExplanationLegal directives issued by the executive branch but not a primary source of law.
#2
What is the highest court in the United States?
Supreme Court
ExplanationThe highest judicial body in the US, with ultimate appellate jurisdiction.
#3
What does 'pro bono' mean in the legal context?
For the good
ExplanationProviding legal services voluntarily or without charge for public interest.
#4
Which of the following is not a type of legal remedy?
Corroboration
ExplanationConfirmation or support of evidence, not a legal remedy for harm.
#5
Which type of law deals with the legal relationship between individuals or entities and the government?
Public law
ExplanationRegulates interactions between individuals/entities and the government.
#6
Which term refers to a legal document that commands a person to appear in court?
Summons
ExplanationFormal notice to appear before a court, typically regarding a lawsuit.
#7
What is the 'doctrine of precedent' also known as?
Stare decisis
ExplanationThe principle of adhering to prior judicial decisions, ensuring consistency.
#8
What is the Latin term for 'let the master answer'?
Respondeat superior
ExplanationLegal doctrine making an employer liable for employee actions within scope of employment.
#9
Which of the following is a type of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) where a neutral third party helps parties reach a settlement?
Mediation
ExplanationProcess involving a mediator facilitating negotiations between conflicting parties.
#10
What is the term for a legal principle that prevents a party from asserting a claim or defense that contradicts what the party has previously said or done?
Estoppel
ExplanationPrecludes a party from asserting rights inconsistent with previous actions or statements.
#11
Which of the following best describes 'mens rea'?
Guilty mind
ExplanationThe mental state indicating criminal intent or knowledge of wrongdoing.
#12
What is the legal doctrine that prevents a plaintiff from recovering for a harm if the plaintiff has voluntarily assumed the risk of harm from a defendant's conduct?
Doctrine of assumption of risk
ExplanationLegal principle barring recovery if plaintiff knowingly accepted risks involved.