Roots 2.3: Cred and Jur, Jus, Jud

Which term describes a person who is easily convinced or fooled?

• Credible

• Credulous

• Incredulous

• Creditor

What is the role of a jurist?

• To interpret laws and decide on a winner

• To administer justice in a specific territory

• To be an expert in law

• To break the law by lying

Explain how the concept of "jurisdiction" is important in the legal system.

• It determines the territory where laws are applied and justice is administered.

• It is a document that proves a person is believable.

• It is a set of religious beliefs or principles.

• It is the act of breaking the law by lying.

How does a "creditor" differ from a "debtor"?

• A creditor is someone who owes money, while a debtor lends money.

• A creditor is someone who lends money, while a debtor owes money.

• A creditor is someone who believes in religious principles, while a debtor is easily fooled.

• A creditor is someone who administers justice, while a debtor interprets laws.

Why might a person be considered "incredulous"?

• They are easily convinced by others.

• They are unwilling or unable to believe something.

• They have a set of religious beliefs.

• They are an expert in law.

Analyze the relationship between "justice" and "justification."

• Justice is the act of proving something is true, while justification is fairness.

• Justice is fairness and rightfulness, while justification is the fact that proves something is true.

• Justice is a set of beliefs, while justification is a document proving credibility.

• Justice is the territory of law, while justification is the act of breaking an oath.

What does it mean to "discredit" someone?

• To believe that someone will do something

• To grant approval or belief in a school

• To refuse to believe or reject as untrue

• To give up rights or recant

Compare and contrast "credible" and "incredible."

• Both terms mean believable and reliable.

• Credible means believable, while incredible means not believable.

• Credible means not believable, while incredible means believable.

• Both terms mean not believable and unreliable.

Evaluate the importance of "accreditation" in the context of education.

• It is a document that proves a person is believable.

• It is the act of breaking the law by lying.

• It grants approval or belief in a school, ensuring quality and standards.

• It is a set of religious beliefs or principles.

What is the primary function of a "jury" in the legal system?

• To interpret laws and decide on a winner

• To administer justice in a specific territory

• To be an expert in law

• To determine the truth by abiding by the laws