#1
Which of the following is a function of the judge in a courtroom?
Interpreting and applying the law
Presenting evidence
Questioning witnesses
Negotiating settlements
#2
What is the purpose of the opening statement in a trial?
To present evidence
To summarize the case
To question witnesses
To deliver closing arguments
#3
What is the role of a bailiff in a courtroom?
To present evidence
To provide security
To question witnesses
To negotiate settlements
#4
What is the purpose of a plea bargain?
To avoid trial
To question witnesses
To present evidence
To deliver closing arguments
#5
In which phase of a trial does jury selection occur?
Opening statements
Direct examination
Cross-examination
Pretrial proceedings
#6
What is the purpose of a motion in a trial?
To challenge the opposing party's evidence
To question witnesses
To present evidence
To request a specific action from the court
#7
Which court is the highest in the United States?
Circuit Court
District Court
Supreme Court
Appellate Court
#8
What is the term for a decision made by a jury in a trial?
Verdict
Sentencing
Appeal
Arraignment
#9
What is the purpose of cross-examination in a trial?
To present evidence
To question the defendant
To challenge the opposing party's evidence
To deliver closing arguments
#10
What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?
The parties involved
The burden of proof
The type of penalties
All of the above
#11
What is the role of a court reporter in a trial?
To interpret laws
To record proceedings
To question witnesses
To deliver judgments
#12
What is the term for a legal document that initiates a lawsuit?
Summons
Subpoena
Complaint
Indictment
#13
What is a subpoena?
A written order requiring a person to testify in court
A type of evidence
A legal argument presented by an attorney
A court's decision on a case
#14
What is the term for a legal objection raised during a trial?
Objection
Challenge
Motion
Appeal
#15
What is the term for a legal doctrine that prevents a person from relitigating an issue?
Res judicata
Habeas corpus
Ex post facto
Stare decisis
#16
What is the term for a legal defense that excuses criminal liability due to mental incapacity?
Alibi
Justification
Insanity defense
Entrapment
#17
What is the term for a legal doctrine that holds employers liable for the actions of their employees performed within the scope of their employment?
Vicarious liability
Negligence
Respondeat superior
Strict liability