L4 English Law Quiz

1. Magistrates are legally able to use ‘reasonable force’ to turn back an alien invasion of the UK as long as the aliens:

• a. Don’t have a licence to invade

• b. Haven’t received a royal summons

• c. Are radioactive

• d. Refuse to comply with the Highway Code

2. If they were the Prime Minister, which of the following would not be able to advise on the appointment of the Archbishop of Canterbury?

• a. Jeremy Paxman

• b. Daniel Radcliffe

• c. Robbie Williams

• d. Victoria Beckham

3. If a whale is caught in British coastal waters, who can claim ownership of the tail?

• a. The person who found it

• b. The King

• c. The Prime Minister

• d. The Queen

4. In 1888, local authorities in Middlesex passed a ruling that cyclists should dismount under what circumstances?

• a. When faced with an angry beggar

• b. When deer have strayed onto the road

• c. When a horse-drawn carriage is approaching

• d. When it’s raining after dark

5. Why is it illegal to impersonate a Chelsea Pensioner?

• a. To prevent conmen from stealing their pensions

• b. To prevent conmen from stealing their enormous medal displays

• c. To keep the Chelsea Pensioner real – impersonations are unrealistic

• d. Because such elderly former footballers deserve our respect

6. In 1697, a UK court of law gave a decision on the matter of disciplining servants. In this ruling, what was a master permitted to use in order to provide correction?

• a. A horsewhip

• b. A cudgel

• c. A slipper

• d. A belt strap

7. In the UK, scolding was outlawed in 1585. What did this mean women could no longer do?

• a. Tell children off and clip them round the ear

• b. Cause a nuisance with abusive or argumentative language

• c. Cause a nuisance with boiling water

• d. Follow men around demanding money

8. Since 1313, MPs have been forbidden from wearing what item of clothing to Parliament?

• a. A riding hat

• b. A bear suit

• c. A suit of armour

• d. A pinstripe suit