Understanding Key Legal Terms

What does the term "socioeconomic" refer to?

• A type of plant

• The interaction of social and economic factors

• A scientific theory

• A historical event

What is meant by "integrity"?

• Dishonesty

• Wholeness and honesty

• Laziness

• Anger

Who are "adversaries" in a conflict?

• Friends

• Opponents

• Neighbors

• Teachers

What is an "indictment"?

• A type of food

• A formal charge of a serious crime

• A weather pattern

• A musical instrument

What is an "arraignment" in legal terms?

• A vacation

• A formal reading of charges

• A type of dance

• A celebration

What is a "plea" in a courtroom?

• A request for a new trial

• A defendant's answer to a charge

• A type of clothing

• A musical note

What does the word "erodes" mean in the context of natural processes?

• Builds up

• Wears away

• Paints

• Grows

What does "prominent" mean?

• Unknown

• Important and well-known

• Hidden

• Small

What does "cognitive" relate to?

• Physical strength

• Mental processes

• Musical ability

• Cooking skills

What does "disseminates" mean?

• Gathers

• Spreads widely

• Hides

• Destroys