1-2 Sources of Law

What is the primary source of law in the United States?

• Constitutional Law

• Statutory Law

• Common Law

• Administrative Law

Which branch of the federal government is responsible for interpreting laws?

• Federal Agencies

• Judicial Branch

• Legislative Branch

• Executive Branch

What is the process called when a judge resolves disputes and renders decisions in legal cases?

• Legislation

• Adjudication

• Filibuster

• Judicial Review

Which document established the structure of the federal government in the United States?

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Federalist Papers

• The Bill of Rights

What is the term for the judicial decision used as law in future cases with similar issues?

• Statute

• Regulation

• Precedent

• Amendment

What is the legislative strategy called where debate is extended indefinitely in the Senate?

• Judicial Review

• Veto

• Pocket Veto

• Filibuster

Which of the following is an example of a federal statute?

• The Federalist Papers

• The Sherman Antitrust Act

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

What is the role of administrative law?

• To interpret the Constitution

• To create statutes

• To govern the actions of federal agencies

• To establish common law precedents

What happens if the President does nothing and Congress adjourns within 10 days?

• The bill becomes law

• The bill is sent back to Congress

• The bill is vetoed

• The bill does not become law

What is the concept of 'stare decisis' in common law?

• To create new statutes

• To stand by things decided

• To amend the Constitution

• To regulate federal agencies