#1
What is the primary purpose of a writ in legal proceedings?
To initiate a lawsuit
To request legal advice
To communicate with the court
To enforce a right or remedy
#2
What is the primary purpose of the writ of mandamus?
To seek damages
To prevent harm
To compel a public official to perform a duty
To terminate a contract
#3
What is the primary purpose of the remedy of damages in legal proceedings?
To force a party to fulfill contractual obligations
To award monetary compensation for losses
To seek injunctive relief
To mediate disputes
#4
Which writ is commonly used to secure the release of a person who has been unlawfully detained?
Writ of Certiorari
Writ of Mandamus
Writ of Habeas Corpus
Writ of Prohibition
#5
In legal terms, what does the Latin phrase 'Quo Warranto' mean?
By what warrant?
In the interest of justice
Under penalty
For the public good
#6
Which writ is used to prevent a lower court from exceeding its jurisdiction?
Writ of Certiorari
Writ of Mandamus
Writ of Prohibition
Writ of Habeas Corpus
#7
In legal proceedings, what is the purpose of the writ 'Certiorari'?
To request legal advice
To review a lower court's decision
To enforce a judgment
To initiate a lawsuit
#8
In legal terms, what does the Latin phrase 'Res Judicata' mean?
Judicial Review
Moot Point
A matter already judged
Locus Standi
#9
What is the primary purpose of the writ 'Quo Warranto' in legal proceedings?
To challenge someone's right to hold public office
To enforce a contract
To seek damages for negligence
To initiate a criminal proceeding
#10
Which of the following is a common equitable remedy in legal proceedings?
Damages
Injunction
Declaratory judgment
Specific performance
#11
In a civil case, what is the purpose of a temporary restraining order (TRO)?
To dismiss the case
To preserve the status quo until a hearing
To impose permanent restrictions
To award damages to the plaintiff
#12
What is the primary purpose of the remedy of specific performance in contract law?
To award monetary damages
To force a party to fulfill contractual obligations
To terminate the contract
To mediate disputes
#13
Which legal remedy is aimed at preventing a party from engaging in certain conduct rather than awarding damages?
Damages
Injunction
Declaratory Judgment
Specific Performance
#14
In a civil lawsuit, what is the purpose of the remedy of restitution?
To punish the defendant
To restore the plaintiff to their former position
To initiate legal proceedings
To seek injunctive relief
#15
What is the purpose of the remedy of specific restitution in contract law?
To terminate the contract
To award monetary damages
To force a party to return specific property
To mediate disputes