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WorksheetsUnderstanding Law and Justice
Total questions: 13
Worksheet time: 7mins
What is the term for how a country ensures laws are followed?
Constitutional mandate
Justice System
Judicial oversight
Legal framework
What do you call a person who takes the law into their own hands?
defender
vigilante
criminal
lawbreaker
What is the process called when a judge decides a punishment after a guilty verdict?
Trial
Arraignment
Sentencing
Appeal
What does the rule of law ensure in a court?
The rule of law allows for arbitrary decisions by authorities.
The rule of law prioritizes speed over fairness in trials.
The rule of law guarantees unlimited power for judges.
The rule of law ensures fairness, accountability, and justice in legal proceedings.
What is it called when someone is helped to change after doing something wrong?
rehabilitation
retribution
punishment
forgiveness
What is it called when someone commits a crime again after being punished?
Recidivism
Exoneration
Deterrence
Rehabilitation
What does it mean to use excessive force, especially by police?
more physical power than necessary
Using minimal force to control a situation.
Applying force only when absolutely necessary.
Following standard procedures without any physical contact.
What is it called when someone in power breaks rules for personal gain?
Transparency
Integrity
Corruption
Accountability
What is the name for a group of people who decide a court case?
jury
panel
witness
defendant
What is it called when a person admits guilt to receive a lighter sentence?
Sentence reduction
Plea bargain
Guilty plea
Confession agreement
What is the role of a judge in the courtroom?
oversee proceedings, ensure justice,and make rulings on cases.
To act as a witness in the trial and control the jury against the defense
To provide legal advice to the jury, overule the defendants, and make legal arguments.
To represent the prosecution in court.
What is the term for the legal system that includes police and courts?
civil rights system
judicial process
law enforcement framework
criminal justice system
What does it mean to uphold justice in society?
It means to enforce strict punishment without consideration of circumstances.
To uphold justice in society means to ensure fairness, protect rights, and maintain accountability.
Upholding justice involves ignoring the rights of individuals.
To uphold justice means to prioritize wealth over fairness.
