Legal and Vocabulary Quiz

What is an affidavit?

• A sworn statement in writing made especially under oath

• A casual conversation

• A type of legal document for property transfer

• A verbal agreement

What does deposition refer to in legal terms?

• A casual meeting

• Testimony taken down in writing under oath

• A type of contract

• A verbal agreement

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.6

CCSS.L.8.6

CCSS.L.9-10.6

CCSS.W.11-12.2D

CCSS.W.9-10.2D

What does imperceptible mean?

• Extremely slight, gradual, or subtle

• Very noticeable

• Loud and clear

• Easily seen

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

How is the word deferentially used?

• In a manner of showing respect and esteem due a superior or an elder

• In a rude manner

• In a casual way

• In a disrespectful manner

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does befuddled mean?

• Muddled, stupefied, confused

• Clear and focused

• Happy and excited

• Calm and relaxed

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4

What does immaculate mean?

• Spotlessly clean

• Slightly dirty

• Very messy

• Completely disorganized

Tags

CCSS.L.1.5D

CCSS.L.2.5B

CCSS.L.3.5C

CCSS.L.K.5D

What is a qualm?

• Misgiving; a feeling of uneasiness about a point especially of conscience or decency

• A feeling of happiness

• A sense of certainty

• A state of confusion

Tags

CCSS.L.11-12.4C

CCSS.L.6.4C

CCSS.L.7.4C

CCSS.L.8.4C

CCSS.L.9-10.4C

What does probity mean?

• Honesty; integrity; adherence to the highest principles and ideals

• Dishonesty

• Carelessness

• Indifference

Tags

CCSS.L.5.4B

CCSS.L.6.1E

What does the term "gait" refer to?

• A person's manner of walking

• A type of bird

• A musical instrument

• A style of painting

Tags

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.9-10.4

CCSS.RI.11-12.4

CCSS.RI.7.4

CCSS.RI.8.4

How is the word "callously" best described?

• With kindness and empathy

• In a way that shows an insensitive and cruel disregard for others

• With enthusiasm and excitement

• In a humorous and light-hearted manner

Tags

CCSS.L.1.6

CCSS.L.3.6

CCSS.L.4.6

CCSS.RL.1.4