Law and Legal System Quiz

What is the main purpose of law in society?

• To give government unlimited control

• To help businesses operate

• To maintain order and protect rights

• To control people’s opinions

Which of the following is NOT one of the responsibilities of the legal system?

• Protecting individual rights

• Preventing harm

• Enforcing religion

• Resolving disputes fairly

Which document is known as the “supreme law of the land”?

• The Bill of Rights

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Declaration of Independence

• A Presidential Executive Order

What type of law is created by government agencies?

• Statutory Law

• Administrative Law

• Judicial Precedent

• Constitutional Law

What is a statute?

• A rule set by a judge

• A decision from the Supreme Court

• A written law passed by a legislature

• A presidential order

Which of these best describes a judicial precedent?

• A vote passed by Congress

• A regulation from the EPA

• A court decision that becomes an example for future cases

• A law in the Constitution

An executive order is a directive issued by the __________ to manage the federal government.

(a)   ​ ​ ​

• President
• Senate
• people
• Courts

Executive orders must follow the U.S. __________ and cannot violate people’s rights.

(a)  

• Constitution
• Military 
• President's Orders
• Senate

Who brings the case in a criminal trial?

• The victim

• A private lawyer

• The government

• The media

What is the goal of civil law?

• To punish with jail time

• To settle disputes and provide compensation

• To fine the government

• To investigate intent