chapter 8

Question 1

What are the two types of murder?

Answer 1

First-degree (premeditated) and second-degree (non-premeditated but still intentional)

First-degree murder involves planning and intent, while second-degree murder is intentional but occurs without prior planning.

Question 2

Define manslaughter.

Answer 2

Unintentional killing due to recklessness or negligence

Manslaughter differs from murder in that it does not involve intent to kill.

Question 3

What is infanticide?

Answer 3

Killing a newborn by the mother under mental distress

Infanticide is often considered in the context of the mother’s mental health at the time of the act.

Question 4

What constitutes assault?

Answer 4

Physical harm or threat of harm to another person

Assault can range from simple assault, which may involve minor injuries, to aggravated assault, which involves more serious harm.

Question 5

What is sexual assault?

Answer 5

Non-consensual sexual acts or contact

Sexual assault can vary in severity from unwanted touching to rape.

Question 6

What are infractions criminelles?

Answer 6

The most serious offenses that carry severe penalties, such as imprisonment

Examples include murder, assault, and robbery.

Question 7

What are infractions quasi-criminelles?

Answer 7

Less severe offenses that may not carry the same level of punishment as criminal offenses

Examples include traffic violations, public drunkenness, or failure to pay taxes.

Question 8

What are infractions civiles?

Answer 8

Violations where one party seeks damages from another, typically involving disputes between private individuals or entities

Examples include breach of contract and property damage.

Question 9

Fill in the blank: _______ involves planning and intent to kill.

Answer 9

First-degree murder

Question 10

True or False: Manslaughter involves intent to kill.

Answer 10

False

Manslaughter is characterized by a lack of intent to kill.