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Civil law
Contributed by: Haigh
  • 1. Civil law is a legal system originating in Europe and adopted in many parts of the world. It is based on a codified set of laws that determine the rights and obligations of individuals and organizations. In civil law, disputes are resolved by applying the laws as written in statutes and codes, as opposed to relying on judicial decisions or precedent. The primary aim of civil law is to provide a clear and accessible framework for resolving disputes and protecting individual rights. Civil law covers a wide range of legal issues, including contracts, property rights, family law, torts, and more.

    What is civil law?
A) A legal system based on common law traditions.
B) A legal system based on written laws and codes.
C) A legal system without any laws.
D) A legal system that focuses on criminal cases only.
  • 2. What is the main goal of civil law?
A) To provide healthcare services.
B) To regulate government activities.
C) To prosecute criminal offenders.
D) To resolve disputes between individuals or organizations.
  • 3. What is a plaintiff in a civil case?
A) A legal assistant.
B) The party being accused of wrongdoing.
C) The judge presiding over the case.
D) The party that initiates the legal action.
  • 4. What are damages in a civil case?
A) A sum of money awarded to compensate for losses or injuries.
B) Documents required for filing a lawsuit.
C) The opening statements of the attorneys.
D) Physical barriers placed around a property.
  • 5. Who decides the outcome in a civil case?
A) The plaintiff's attorney.
B) The defendant's attorney.
C) A judge or jury.
D) The government.
  • 6. What is the burden of proof in civil cases?
A) Shared equally by both parties.
B) Always the defendant's responsibility to prove innocence.
C) Usually the plaintiff's responsibility to prove the case.
D) Not required in civil cases.
  • 7. What is a common remedy in civil cases?
A) Community service.
B) Criminal sentencing.
C) Damages.
D) Probation.
  • 8. What is an appeal in a civil case?
A) A court hearing.
B) A motion for summary judgment.
C) The initial filing that initiates a lawsuit.
D) A request for a higher court to review a lower court's decision.
  • 9. What is a settlement in a civil case?
A) An appeal to a higher court.
B) An agreement between parties to resolve the dispute without a trial.
C) A court order for immediate action.
D) The final judgment rendered by the court.
  • 10. What is the purpose of punitive damages in civil law?
A) To punish the defendant for intentional misconduct.
B) To cover the plaintiff's attorney fees.
C) To compensate for lost income.
D) To fund a court injunction.
  • 11. Who brings a civil lawsuit against another party in civil law?
A) Prosecutor
B) Plaintiff
C) Judge
D) Defendant
  • 12. Which branch of law addresses civil wrongs and liabilities that arise from wrongful acts?
A) Tort law
B) Contract law
C) Property law
D) Family law
  • 13. Which type of civil law case involves relationships among individuals such as marriage, divorce, and child custody?
A) Tort law
B) Property law
C) Contract law
D) Family law
  • 14. Which principle allows for compensation in civil law, regardless of fault?
A) Preponderance of the evidence
B) Beyond a reasonable doubt
C) Strict liability
D) Clear and convincing evidence
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