#1
Which of the following best defines the principle of negligence in civil wrongs?
Failure to exercise reasonable care resulting in harm to others
ExplanationNegligence is the failure to exercise reasonable care, leading to harm.
#2
In civil wrongs, what is the primary aim of compensatory damages?
To compensate the plaintiff for losses suffered
ExplanationCompensatory damages aim to compensate the plaintiff for their losses.
#3
In civil wrongs, what is the purpose of punitive damages?
To deter similar wrongful conduct by punishing the defendant
ExplanationPunitive damages aim to deter wrongful conduct through punishment.
#4
What is the difference between tort law and contract law in civil wrongs?
Tort law governs wrongs against individuals, while contract law governs agreements between parties
ExplanationTort law deals with individual wrongs, while contract law concerns agreements.
#5
Which of the following is NOT a defense against a claim of negligence in civil wrongs?
Statute of limitations
ExplanationThe statute of limitations is not a defense against negligence.
#6
Under which principle of liability would a manufacturer be held responsible for a defective product?
Strict liability
ExplanationManufacturers can be held liable under strict liability for defective products.
#7
What is the difference between libel and slander in the context of civil wrongs?
Libel involves written defamation, while slander involves spoken defamation
ExplanationLibel is written defamation, whereas slander is spoken defamation.
#8
What is the doctrine of res ipsa loquitur in the context of civil wrongs?
The burden of proof shifting to the defendant due to the nature of the harm
ExplanationRes ipsa loquitur shifts the burden of proof to the defendant based on the harm's nature.
#9
Which of the following is NOT an element required to prove defamation in civil wrongs?
Proof of malice or ill intent
ExplanationMalice or ill intent is not required to prove defamation.
#10
Which legal doctrine applies when both the plaintiff and defendant are found to have contributed to the harm in civil wrongs?
Comparative negligence
ExplanationComparative negligence applies when both parties contribute to the harm.
#11
Under what circumstances might the defense of 'assumption of risk' be applicable in civil wrongs?
When the plaintiff consents to the known risks involved in an activity
ExplanationAssumption of risk applies when the plaintiff knowingly accepts the risks.