Conflict Resolution Quiz

What is litigation?

• A type of game

• A formal process of resolving legal disputes in court

• A cooking method

• A type of dance

Where do the majority of court actions take place?

• In the Supreme Court

• In the Sheriff Courts

• In the local library

• In the Parliament

What type of cases are heard at the Court of Session in Edinburgh?

• Simple and low value cases

• More complicated and higher value cases

• Traffic violations

• Petty theft cases

Are fees for litigation fixed by law?

• Yes, they are always fixed

• No, they are at the court’s discretion

• Yes, but only for small cases

• No, they are decided by the police

What is one way to deal with a dispute without going to court?

• Mediation and conciliation

• Ignoring the problem

• Going on vacation

• Writing a letter

Who can you ask for advice on your rights and options in a dispute?

• A solicitor

• A friend

• A teacher

• A neighbor

What is the term for sorting out problems without going to court?

• Alternative dispute resolution

• Court hearing

• Legal battle

• Argument session

What is one advantage of using alternative dispute resolution (ADR)?

• It is a substitute for legal advice.

• It can solve your problem faster.

• It always replaces going to court.

• It is more stressful than going to court.

How can alternative dispute resolution help with relationships?

• It makes relationships worse.

• It helps you avoid agreements.

• It helps keep a positive relationship.

• It stops communication.

What is one thing mediation can help with before going to court?

• It increases the number of decisions at court.

• It helps you agree on some things.

• It makes court decisions harder.

• It replaces the need for court entirely.