#1
Which of the following is not a source of law?
Social media
ExplanationSocial media does not constitute a formal legal source.
#2
What type of law is derived from decisions made by judges in court cases?
Common law
ExplanationCommon law evolves from judicial decisions.
#3
In legal terms, what does 'pro bono' mean?
For the public good
Explanation'Pro bono' refers to services provided without charge for public benefit.
#4
What is the term for a legal proceeding in which a person is tried for a crime and, if found guilty, may face imprisonment or fines?
Criminal trial
ExplanationCriminal trial involves legal proceedings for alleged criminal offenses.
#5
Which type of law governs the relationship between individuals?
Private law
ExplanationPrivate law pertains to interactions between individuals.
#6
Which branch of government is primarily responsible for making laws?
Legislative
ExplanationThe legislative branch crafts laws in most governmental systems.
#7
Which legal source consists of laws enacted by a legislative body?
Statutory law
ExplanationStatutory law emanates from legislative enactments.
#8
What is the highest source of law in the United States?
Constitution
ExplanationThe Constitution holds the highest legal authority in the U.S.
#9
What is the term for a legal principle that requires similar cases to be decided similarly?
Doctrine of stare decisis
ExplanationDoctrine of stare decisis promotes consistency in legal decisions.
#10
Which type of law deals with the relationship between individuals and the government?
Public law
ExplanationPublic law governs interactions between individuals and the state.
#11
Which of the following is a primary function of administrative law?
Regulating the activities of government agencies
ExplanationAdministrative law primarily regulates government agency actions.
#12
What is the term for a legal doctrine that prevents a person from asserting a claim or right that could have been asserted earlier?
Laches
ExplanationLaches bars claims that could have been brought forth earlier.
#13
Which legal source refers to rules and regulations created by governmental agencies?
Administrative law
ExplanationAdministrative law pertains to regulations by government bodies.
#14
Which legal doctrine allows courts to refuse to hear cases if they believe the matter should be decided by another branch of government?
Political question doctrine
ExplanationPolitical question doctrine directs courts to abstain from certain matters.
#15
What is the term for a law that retroactively changes the legal consequences of actions committed before the enactment of the law?
Ex post facto law
ExplanationEx post facto law alters consequences after the fact, which is prohibited in many legal systems.
#16
What is the term for a legal principle that requires government actions to conform to the law and ensures fairness in administrative decisions?
Rule of law
ExplanationRule of law mandates governmental adherence to legal principles and fairness.
#17
What is the term for a legal principle that states that the occurrence of an accident implies negligence?
Res ipsa loquitur
ExplanationRes ipsa loquitur infers negligence from the circumstances of an accident.
#18
What is the term for a legal principle that allows courts to refuse to enforce contracts that are unfair or oppressive?
Unconscionability
ExplanationUnconscionability permits courts to reject unfair or oppressive contracts.