Legal Concepts in Australia

Legal Concepts in Australia

10th Grade

15 Qs

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Legal Concepts in Australia

Legal Concepts in Australia

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Benjamin Lowden

Used 3+ times

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What principle states that a person is considered innocent until proven guilty?

Presumption of guilt

Presumption of innocence

Right to a fair trial

Right to legal representation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In the context of Australian law, what is the standard of proof required in a criminal trial?

Balance of probabilities

Beyond a reasonable doubt

Preponderance of evidence

Clear and convincing evidence

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following best describes the right to legal representation in Australia?

Optional for all cases

Mandatory for criminal cases

Only available for civil cases

Not recognized under Australian law

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the presumption of innocence imply for the defense in a criminal trial?

The defense must prove the innocence of the defendant.

The defense does not need to prove anything; the burden is on the prosecution.

The defense must prove the guilt of the prosecution.

The defense must negotiate with the judge.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which legal document or principle ensures the right to legal representation in Australia?

The Australian Constitution

The Magna Carta

The Universal Declaration of Human Rights

The Commonwealth Law

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What happens if the prosecution fails to meet the required standard of proof in a criminal case?

The defendant is automatically found guilty.

The case is dismissed.

The defendant is fined.

The case must be retried.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a direct consequence of the presumption of innocence?

The prosecution must disclose all evidence.

The defendant is treated as guilty until proven innocent.

Jurors must consider the defendant innocent during the trial.

Media should avoid declaring the defendant guilty before a verdict.

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