Lesson T2.2.1
T2.2.1 The nature of rules and laws Quiz: KS3 Citizenship, Unit 2
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The 20 questions
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What term describes a rule made by a legitimate authority that society must follow?
- Custom
- Guideline
- Law
- Agreement
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Which of these is a source of UK law?
- Newspaper editorials
- Advertisements
- Acts of Parliament
- School rules
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What is law developed by judges through court decisions called?
- Civil law
- Secondary law
- Statute law
- Common law
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Which branch of law deals with disputes between individuals?
- Statute law
- Criminal law
- Public law
- Civil law
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What is a primary purpose of laws in society?
- Creating wealth
- Ending debate
- Banning politics
- Protecting people
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Which type of law specifically protects individuals from physical harm?
- Traffic laws
- Planning laws
- Tax laws
- Anti-assault laws
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Which bodies are responsible for enforcing UK laws?
- Media and press
- MPs and peers
- Voters and councils
- Police and courts
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What name is given to written law passed by Parliament?
- Case law
- Statute law
- Customary law
- Common law
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What is a key feature of a fair law?
- Vague wording
- High cost
- Equal application
- Strict secrecy
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Why are laws normally written down?
- To delay justice
- To ensure clarity
- To raise taxes
- To save paper
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What type of legislation is made by a government minister using powers granted by Parliament?
- Constitutional law
- Secondary legislation
- Primary legislation
- Common law
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What core function does the law serve regarding disputes?
- Resolving conflict
- Limiting speech
- Causing division
- Promoting bias
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What is an earlier court decision that guides future legal cases called?
- Statute
- Precedent
- Verdict
- Bill
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A dispute arises between two neighbours over a fence. Which branch of law would most likely deal with it?
- Tax law only
- Military law
- Civil law
- Criminal law
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Where does the UK draw its legal rules from?
- Multiple sources
- Police guidelines
- The monarch alone
- Parliament only
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What key factor determines the sentence for a young offender?
- Offence seriousness
- Media coverage
- Political party
- Public opinion
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Which activity is an example of a criminal law breach?
- Shop theft
- Not paying a refund
- Breaching a contract
- Failing a deadline
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What term describes laws that are clear and predictable for citizens?
- Judicial review
- Legal pluralism
- Legal certainty
- Common law
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Why do lawmakers consult the public before passing new legislation?
- To raise taxes
- To delay elections
- To avoid voting
- To gather public views
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Which practice shows the law being applied fairly?
- Giving harsher sentences
- Using secret evidence
- Ignoring mitigating factors
- Treating equals equally
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