Common Law Quiz

What is common law also known as?

• Statute law

• Case law

• Civil law

• Codified law

Where did common law originate?

• France

• Germany

• England

• United States

How does common law primarily develop?

• Through legislative statutes

• Through judicial precedents

• Through executive orders

• Through public referendums

What is a key characteristic of common law?

• It is strictly codified

• It is flexible and evolves over time

• It is based on religious texts

• It is uniform across all countries

Which case recognized native title rights in Australia?

• Donoghue v Stevenson

• Mabo v Queensland (No. 2)

• Roe v Wade

• Brown v Board of Education

What principle did Donoghue v Stevenson establish?

• Freedom of speech

• Right to privacy

• Principle of negligence

• Double jeopardy

How does common law differ from civil law systems?

• Common law is strictly codified

• Common law relies on judicial decisions

• Common law is based on religious texts

• Common law is uniform across all countries

What is the significance of the Mabo v Queensland (No. 2) case?

• It established the principle of negligence

• It recognized native title rights

• It abolished slavery

• It introduced the right to vote for women

What does the principle of negligence relate to?

• Property rights

• Duty of care

• Freedom of speech

• Right to privacy

What is one advantage of statute law?

• It is flexible and adaptable

• It is strictly codified

• It is based on judicial decisions

• It is unpredictable