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Social Science: Law and Justice

Description: This quiz covers various aspects of law and justice, including legal systems, criminal justice, civil rights, and international law.
Number of Questions: 15
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Which of the following is not a characteristic of a common law system?

  1. Judges make decisions based on precedent.

  2. Statutes are the primary source of law.

  3. Juries are used in criminal trials.

  4. The burden of proof lies with the prosecution.


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

In a common law system, judges make decisions based on precedent, juries are used in criminal trials, and the burden of proof lies with the prosecution. Statutes are not the primary source of law in a common law system.

What is the primary function of the criminal justice system?

  1. To punish criminals.

  2. To rehabilitate criminals.

  3. To deter crime.

  4. To protect society from criminals.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The primary function of the criminal justice system is to protect society from criminals by punishing them, rehabilitating them, and deterring crime.

Which of the following is not a civil right guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution?

  1. Freedom of speech.

  2. Freedom of religion.

  3. The right to bear arms.

  4. The right to a speedy trial.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The right to a speedy trial is a criminal right, not a civil right. Civil rights are guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution and include freedom of speech, freedom of religion, and the right to bear arms.

What is the purpose of international law?

  1. To regulate relations between countries.

  2. To promote peace and security.

  3. To protect human rights.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

International law serves all of the purposes listed: regulating relations between countries, promoting peace and security, and protecting human rights.

Which of the following is not a type of crime?

  1. Felony.

  2. Misdemeanor.

  3. Infraction.

  4. Tort.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A tort is a civil wrong, not a crime. Crimes are classified as felonies, misdemeanors, or infractions.

What is the difference between a civil case and a criminal case?

  1. In a civil case, the government is the plaintiff.

  2. In a criminal case, the government is the defendant.

  3. In a civil case, the burden of proof is on the plaintiff.

  4. In a criminal case, the burden of proof is on the defendant.


Correct Option:
Explanation:

In a civil case, the plaintiff is the person who is suing the defendant. In a criminal case, the government is the plaintiff and the defendant is the person who is being accused of a crime.

What is the highest court in the United States?

  1. The Supreme Court.

  2. The Court of Appeals.

  3. The District Court.

  4. The Circuit Court.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Supreme Court is the highest court in the United States and has the final say on all legal matters.

What is the difference between a plea bargain and a trial?

  1. In a plea bargain, the defendant admits guilt to a lesser charge.

  2. In a trial, the defendant is found guilty or not guilty by a jury.

  3. In a plea bargain, the defendant is sentenced to a lighter sentence.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In a plea bargain, the defendant admits guilt to a lesser charge, is found guilty by the court, and is sentenced to a lighter sentence.

What is the purpose of the bail system?

  1. To ensure that the defendant will appear in court.

  2. To protect the community from the defendant.

  3. To punish the defendant for the crime they have committed.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The purpose of the bail system is to ensure that the defendant will appear in court for their trial. Bail is money that the defendant pays to the court in order to be released from jail while they await their trial.

What is the difference between a statute and a regulation?

  1. A statute is passed by the legislature.

  2. A regulation is passed by the executive branch.

  3. A statute is more general than a regulation.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

A statute is a law that is passed by the legislature. A regulation is a rule that is passed by the executive branch. Statutes are more general than regulations, and regulations are more specific.

What is the purpose of the jury system?

  1. To ensure that the defendant is innocent.

  2. To ensure that the defendant is guilty.

  3. To ensure that the defendant receives a fair trial.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The purpose of the jury system is to ensure that the defendant receives a fair trial. A jury is a group of people who are selected to hear the evidence in a case and decide whether the defendant is guilty or not guilty.

What is the difference between a civil lawsuit and a criminal case?

  1. In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff is seeking compensation for damages.

  2. In a criminal case, the government is seeking to punish the defendant.

  3. In a civil lawsuit, the burden of proof is on the plaintiff.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In a civil lawsuit, the plaintiff is seeking compensation for damages, the government is not involved, and the burden of proof is on the plaintiff. In a criminal case, the government is seeking to punish the defendant, the plaintiff is not involved, and the burden of proof is on the government.

What is the purpose of the statute of limitations?

  1. To prevent people from being prosecuted for crimes that they committed long ago.

  2. To prevent people from suing for damages that occurred long ago.

  3. Both of the above.

  4. None of the above.


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The purpose of the statute of limitations is to prevent people from being prosecuted for crimes that they committed long ago and to prevent people from suing for damages that occurred long ago.

What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?

  1. Felonies are more serious crimes than misdemeanors.

  2. Felonies are punishable by more than one year in prison.

  3. Misdemeanors are punishable by less than one year in prison.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Felonies are more serious crimes than misdemeanors, felonies are punishable by more than one year in prison, and misdemeanors are punishable by less than one year in prison.

What is the purpose of the Miranda rights?

  1. To protect the rights of the accused.

  2. To ensure that the accused understands their rights.

  3. To prevent the accused from making incriminating statements.

  4. All of the above.


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The purpose of the Miranda rights is to protect the rights of the accused, to ensure that the accused understands their rights, and to prevent the accused from making incriminating statements.

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