The court case, Murphy v. State of North Carolina, is heard by which branch of government? A. Administrative B. Executive C. Judicial D. Legislative

Congressman Smith of South Dakota is a member of the U.S. House of Representatives. The position of representative is a part of which branch of government?

A North Carolina state government employee is accused of embezzling money from the state. Which law enforcement agency would have jurisdiction for this investigation? A. NC SBI B. NC Highway Patrol C. FBI D. Local police

Medical researchers testing animals understand that they are helping thousands of people by harming a few animals. Which theory are they using?

Oleg, a Russian national, robbed West Side National Bank. Which federal agency has jurisdiction for apprehension of this federal fugitive?

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has passed a new rule as an administrative agency. Who will review the final decision by the EPA? A. Congress B. Courts C. Governor D. President

Walter sends a threatening letter to a U.S. Supreme Court justice. Which agency would be responsible for providing protection to the judge?

An executive board evaluates each alternative before making a final decision. This is an example of what type of ethical decision model?

An adult goes to court for an arraignment. In what type of trial will this procedure occur?

In war, captains understand a few of their soldiers will die. This is done so that thousands of people will live in freedom after the war. Which theory supports this reasoning? A. Consequential reasoning B. Feelings and opinions C. The Golden Rule D. The greatest good

James transferred money to a known international terrorist group linked to a plot to destroy a historical federal landmark. Which federal agency has jurisdiction for this investigation?

After a terrorist bombing attack, which federal agency has jurisdiction to assist with clean up and recovery? A. FBI B. U.S. Marshall C. DEA D. Homeland Security

During a routine traffic stop, the police realize the driver is wanted for several felonies. What action will occur next?

Felicia does not appear in court at her designated time. What will she forfeit?

While on trial, a person’s lawyer presents his/her final plea. In what step during a jury trial does this occur?

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is Congress representing?

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is the Supreme Court representing?

Reno has been waiting days for the jury to finish deliberations. Once deliberations are complete, what will the jury render? A. Closing argument B. Indictment C. Judgment D. Verdic

U. S. President Johnson signed into law a bill that Congress sent to him. The Supreme Court declared the law unconstitutional a month later. Which government branch is President Johnson representing?

Molly agrees to buy a set of glassware after talking to the salesman over the phone. What type of contract is this?

Curt and Carrie sign a real estate contract to purchase a historic home. In the body of the contract, a change is handwritten. What law requires the contract to be in writing?

Bill and Sarah agreed at lunch to a contract for landscaping services. Bill did not have the contract form for Sarah to sign. What type of contract is this?

Mark purchases a piece of rare art from Jill for $5,000. The contract was written and signed by both parties. In this scenario, who is Mark?

Betty lost her wallet at a school ballgame. She offers a reward of $25 to anyone who returns the wallet. What type of contract is this?

Agreeing to give false testimony violates which element?

John sold a watch he owned to Jim. What term is used to identify the watch in this transaction for Jim?

A threat against a person’s business would violate which element?

After being offered a new car at a discount, Lisa decided to turn down the offer. How was this contract terminated?

After being threatened at gunpoint, Dale cancels his contract based on which part of a genuine agreement?

Which is a type of unilateral mistake?

If the offeror mails an offer to the offeree, and the offeree faxes the acceptance, when will the offer go into affect?

Carol gives up her legal right to sue Janice. What term describes this situation?

A detective caught a suspect who intentionally set fire to a pharmacy. The detective was not allowed to accept a gift from the proprietor due to:

John’s agreeing to Jason’s proposal to sell his car is which element of a contract?

Jennifer asked Jason if he wanted to buy her car for $5,000. Who is Jennifer in this transaction?

Carter Construction is building the new civic arena. The construction is expected to take over two years to complete. The contract must be in writing according to which law?

Mark purchases a piece of rare art from Jill for $5,000. The contract was written and signed by both parties. In this scenario, who is Jill?

When Donnie, Matt, and Steve, all age 15, enter into a contract, what term describes this type of contract?

Marco and Angelica are purchasing their first home. What law requires that their contract be in writing?

A contract to charge a set price with competitors violates which element?

Samantha decides to sell Joanne her music collection for $550. What law requires the contract to be in writing?

John proposes to sell his car to Jan for $500. What element of a contract did John propose?

Nancy has a contract to buy a car from Bryan. Nancy realizes she cannot afford the car. After signing the contract, Bryan wishes he had not contracted to sell the car to Nancy. They both decide to terminate the contract by what method?

After agreeing to sell her home to Jack, Lila refuses to turn over the paperwork due to a better offer from Sam. Since the home is unique, Jack needs to sue for what type of damages?

Monica has a contract with Fred’s Landscape Service to mulch her yard. After the job is finished, the contract is discharged by what method?

Bill transfers his rights to renting his apartment to Bob. How was the contract transferred?

Amber transfers her duty of cleaning Julie’s house to Roxanne. However, Amber is still responsible for the job. How was the contract transferred?

An environmental group is suing to stop the clear-cutting of trees by a local developer. What type of remedy will the group request?

Unable to pay off a $250 contract, Jon wants to change the contract by giving something worth $250 to Peter. How was the contract discharged?

A world-famous artist dies suddenly before finishing several projects. How will all of the artist’s contracts be discharged?

Steve has contracted with Greg to purchase Greg’s riding lawnmower. After the contract was signed, Greg changed the price from $150 to $250 without Steve’s knowledge. What method of termination is this?

A 40-story building is completed on time but has a slightly different tile floor in one room than required by the contract. How was the contract discharged?

Carol has agreed to make Debbie’s prom dress. Debbie has indicated that she wants her to make the dress, a cape, and gloves. Carol is pressed for time and forgot to make the gloves. What type of performance has Carol completed?

Sally is in a serious accident. She is paralyzed from the waist down, but can still perform her job with a reasonable accommodation. What protects her from losing her job, and requires her company to provide the accommodations to perform her job?

Ted is a chef. In the kitchen at work, he slipped and fell, breaking his leg. What benefit should Ted receive?

Becca is 16 years old, and her employer wants her to use the slicer and the cardboard compactor in the deli. Which act is this company violating?

Robert was fired from his manufacturing job without cause. Which benefit is Robert entitled to receive from this situation?

Megan recently applied for a position at a store in the mall. She has a prosthetic arm. The employer refused to hire her for a sales position. Which act is this company violating?

Shirley was laid off by her employer. What benefit is she entitled to receive?

Wanda’s employer wants to pay her less than the minimum wage. Which law would Wanda use to protect her current wages from being changed to below minimum wage?

Roger was discharged from his job without cause. The employer has the right to terminate his employment without cause under which law?

Ted worked at a factory that was destroyed by fire. What benefit should Ted receive?

Jason’s Deli hires Sam as a consultant to improve the menu. The CEO assigns the VP of Marketing to assist the consultant. In this scenario, Jason’s Deli is the:

Jason’s Deli hires Sam as a consultant to improve the menu. The CEO assigns the VP of Marketing to assist the consultant. In this scenario, the VP of Marketing is the:

Fred has worked for his employer for 12 years. His mother was diagnosed with cancer. Fred requested time off to care for his mother. His employer refused. Which act is this company violating?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction, at no cost, when Harold sold his property to Nancy. What type of agency exists?

Mr. Campbell is the owner of the Van Video Store. Mr. Campbell told Mrs. Tanner that a salesperson in his store would receive the used videos she wanted to sell him. He had to leave to go on an errand. Frank was in the store browsing at some new video selections. Mrs. Tanner assumed that Frank was the salesperson. She left the videos, along with her name and phone number with Frank. When Mr. Campbell returned Frank gave the videos to him. What is Frank assumed to be by Mrs. Tanner?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction when Harold sold his property to Nancy. What type of trust does Harold expect of Fred?

Which duty expects employers to properly maintain a healthy work environment?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction when Harold sold his property to Nancy. Who is the principal?

Troy is identified as Mary’s agent by circumstance and created by law. Which term is used to describe Troy in this situation?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction when Harold sold his property to Nancy. Who is the third party?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction when Harold sold his property to Nancy. What type of authority does Fred owe Harold?

Fred represented Harold in a real estate transaction when Harold sold his property to Nancy. Who is the agent?

Jack asked Tammy to sell his car while he was vacationing in the Caribbean. When Tammy agreed to become Jack’s agent, she had the power to legally bind Jack to a sales contract. They had a voluntary consensual relationship. Tammy did not receive payment for the service. What term identifies Jack?

Jack asked Tammy to sell his car while he was vacationing in the Caribbean. When Tammy agreed to become Jack’s agent, she had the power to legally bind Jack to a sales contract. They had a voluntary, consensual relationship. Tammy did not receive payment for the service. What type of agent is Tammy?

Which act establishes activities for recycling, source reduction, and sustainable agriculture, and helps to promote the conservation of energy, water, and natural resources?

Which agency controls the price of natural gas and electricity for interstate business transactions?

Which act was created by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to authorize the National Ambient Air Quality Standards (NAAQS) to assist in the creation of laws to protect the environment?

Which agency promotes supply and delivery of reliable, affordable, and environmentally sound energy?

Which act protects fish, shellfish, and wildlife in rivers, lakes, streams, and oceans?

Which agency generates safety policies and regulations for nuclear reactors?

Which agency manages all federal antipollution programs and handles air, solid waste, toxic substances, and pesticides?

Which act established a national policy and goals for the protection, maintenance, and enrichment of the environment?

Which act increases clean renewable fuel production, research on greenhouse gas, and improves the government’s energy performance?

Thomas Edison invented the light bulb. What document protected this invention?

Coca-Cola and McDonald’s have symbols that identify their company. What term is used to identify their symbols?

James protects his new invention by applying for which type of protection?

NBA and NFL jerseys are sold with a distinctive mark. Which term identifies this mark on the jerseys?

The songwriter has a copyright on her latest hit. The song is known as what type of property?

Jon has invented a new traveling aid and wants to start selling it today. Jon has not received his paperwork from the government. What words should be placed on all the merchandise?

A popular company uses the slogan, 'Just Do It.' What term identifies this slogan?

After finishing his first novel, where will Paul file his application to protect his new book?

After video taping an airplane crash, Allen wanted to protect his rights to the video. What type of protection did he apply for?

John Grisham protects the rights to his book, The Firm, by filing which document?

After registering a trademark, what symbol should be placed by all protected marks?