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What is law Flashcards

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1
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What is one of the primary functions of law?

A

to keep in order

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2
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Which of the following is a source of law that limits the powers of government?

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The constitution

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3
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What does substantive law outline?

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Rights and duties

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4
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Which historical code of law was established around 1750 BCE?

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The code of Hammurabi

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5
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Which of the following is true about rules?

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They can changed easily

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What is a key difference between rules and laws?

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Laws have penalties

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7
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According to the text, what happens if you break a law?

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You might get punished: Jail

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What is one of the reasons we have laws?

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Protect rights

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9
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Which of the following is a purpose of law?

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To solve disputes

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9
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Which of the following is a function of law?

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Law also protects citizens

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10
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Why do we establish laws?

A

Guide behavior

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11
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What is a function of law in society?

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Promotes Justice

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12
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How does law help protect individuals?

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Ensuring their rights

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What is one of the purposes of law in society?

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Public safety

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14
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What role does law play in handling conflicts?

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Resolves conflicts

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15
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Which type of law limits the powers of the government?

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The constitutional law

15
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Which function of law is aimed at maintaining public safety?

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Law help keep public safety

16
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What is the source of law created by elected government representatives?

A

Statutory law

17
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Which type of law is based on previous legal decisions?

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Case law

18
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What does substantive law outline?

A

Covers rights and freedom

19
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What are the two main divisions of law?

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Civil and Criminal law

20
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What does procedural law outline?

A

How laws are enforced

21
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Which type of law deals with rights and responsibilities between citizens and organizations?

A

Civil law

22
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What type of law controls relationships between government and people?

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Administrative law

23
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Which legal code was established in 1804?

A

Napoleonic Code

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