Topic 3 Quiz

What is negligence in tort law?

• Exercising excessive caution in all situations

• Negligence in tort law is the failure to exercise the care that a reasonably prudent person would exercise in similar circumstances.

• Strict liability for any harm caused

• Intentional care and consideration

Explain the concept of duty of care in negligence.

• The duty of care in negligence is the legal obligation to act recklessly towards others

• The duty of care in negligence is the legal obligation to act with reasonable care towards others to avoid causing harm or injury.

• The duty of care in negligence is the legal obligation to act without considering the consequences

• The duty of care in negligence is the legal obligation to act with malice towards others

What is the 'reasonable person' standard in negligence cases?

• The 'reasonable person' standard only applies to criminal cases

• The 'reasonable person' standard refers to the most extreme behavior possible

• The 'reasonable person' standard refers to the legal standard used to determine if a person's actions were reasonable in a given situation.

• The 'reasonable person' standard is not used in negligence cases

What are the different defenses to tort liability?

• Double jeopardy

• Self-defense

• Contributory negligence

• Good Samaritan law

Explain the concept of proximate cause in negligence.

• Proximate cause in negligence is the direct cause of harm or injury

• Proximate cause in negligence is the legal obligation to act with reasonable care towards others to avoid causing harm or injury.

• Proximate cause in negligence is the legal obligation to act without considering the consequences

• Proximate cause in negligence is the legal obligation to act with malice towards others

What is the difference between strict liability and negligence in tort law?

• Strict liability in tort law requires proof of intent to cause harm, while negligence does not.

• Strict liability in tort law holds a defendant responsible for their actions regardless of intent, while negligence requires proof of a breach of duty of care.

• Strict liability in tort law only applies to property damage, while negligence applies to personal injury cases.

• Strict liability in tort law is a defense against negligence claims.

What is a tort?

• a criminal act
• a set of laws
• a civil wrong
• none of these

When does a tort occur?

• when a person is injured
• when property is damaged
• when a person's reputation is harmed
• all of these

What is the most common type of tort law?

• Nuisence

• Negligence

• Defamation

• Trespass

The negligence element of causation includes the "but for" test:

• true

• false