QUESTION 1

1. A constitution is a document that establishes the conception, character, and organization of a government.

True

False

QUESTION 2

1. A summary jury trial is an ADR technique that is the jury equivalent of a mini-trial.

True

False

QUESTION 3

1. All crimes result in civil litigation.

True

False

QUESTION 4

1. Appeals courts hear live testimony from witnesses.

True

False

QUESTION 5

1. Courts will consider a case even if the court lacks jurisdiction if there is sufficient public interest in the case.

True

False

QUESTION 6

1. In civil litigation, the two main causes of action are torts and contracts, and within each are distinct causes of action.

True

False

QUESTION 7

1. In federal court, an action may be terminated by notice of dismissal, stipulation, or a consent judgment.

True

False

QUESTION 8

1. Personal jurisdiction is also known as in personam jurisdiction.

True

False

QUESTION 9

1. Substantive law concerns the application of statutes and case law that determine the rights and obligations of the plaintiff and defendant.

True

False

QUESTION 10

1. The highest court in all 50 states is called the state Supreme Court.

True

false

QUESTION 11

1. The judicial branch of the state and federal governments creates law by enacting statutes.

True

False

QUESTION 12

1. The location of the parties and witnesses are factors to consider in deciding venue.

True

False

QUESTION 13

1. The system of using prior case law decisions for making current decisions is called stare decisis.

True

False

QUESTION 14

1. The two forms of remedies are monetary and equitable.

True

False

QUESTION 15

1. What is a wrong that is legally recognized as a basis for compensating one for the harms suffered?

		cause of action
		stare decisis
		jurisdiction
		substantive law