Question 1

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-"Let the decision stand." The method used by the judiciary when applying precedent to current situations.

Accepted Answer

"Let the decision stand" is the literal translation of stare decisis, which is the principle allowing courts to rely on previous decisions made in similar cases to guide their decisions in current cases.

Question 2

Each state legislature determines the manner in which the electors are appointed.

Accepted Answer

This is true. As per the US Constitution, each state legislature has the authority to determine how the electors are appointed. This means that each state may have different rules for the appointment of electors.

Question 3

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-The doctrine that follows the principle that government should adapt laws to reflect the current needs and beliefs of society

Accepted Answer

The doctrine that follows the principle that government should adapt laws to reflect the current needs and beliefs of society is the sociological theory.

Question 4

One of the first priorities for settlers in the New World was to establish a formal legal system different from the ones they left in Europe and Britain.

Accepted Answer

Many settlers in the New World initially adopted and adapted the legal systems, practices, and principles from Europe and Britain, rather than immediately establishing a completely new legal system.

Question 5

The executive branch was the first governmental branch established in the federal structure.

Accepted Answer

The legislative branch, established by Article I of the U.S. Constitution, was the first branch created, emphasizing the importance of representation and lawmaking.

Question 6

The Articles of Confederation was the document that guided the new government in advance of the U.S.Constitution.

Accepted Answer

The Articles of Confederation served as the first constitution of the United States from 1781 to 1789 before it was replaced by the U.S. Constitution in 1789.

Question 7

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-Existing legal standards that courts look to for guidance when making a determination of a legal issue

Accepted Answer

Precedent refers to existing legal standards or previous court decisions that judges look to for guidance when making decisions on similar legal issues.

Question 8

Because of the influence of societal standards on behavior,the sociological theory plays a critical role in our governmental structure.

Accepted Answer

Sociological theory helps us to understand how societal norms and values influence behavior, which is critical for our government to create policies and regulations that align with and address these norms and values.

Question 9

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-A statute;law that is created by the legislature

Accepted Answer

Statutory law is law created by the legislature.

Answer: C 
 Common law is law created through judicial decisions and precedents rather than through legislative statutes.

Answer: F 
 Precedent is a judicial decision that serves as a guide for future cases.

Answer: E 
 Administrative law is the body of law that governs the activities of administrative agencies.

Answer: J 
 Legal standard is a measure used to determine whether an action is legal or not.

The remaining terms listed are not directly related to the definition provided.

Question 10

The U.S.Supreme Court is the main source of all law in this country.

Accepted Answer

While the U.S. Supreme Court plays a crucial role in interpreting the law and resolving disputes, it is not the main source of all law in the country. The U.S. Constitution, federal and state statutes, administrative regulations, and common law also contribute to the body of law in the United States.

Question 11

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-The goal of law-making authorities to balance the need for consistency and stability against the need for a flexible and adaptive government

Accepted Answer

The concept of balancing consistency and stability with flexibility and adaptability is a modern approach to legal decision-making. It takes into account the changing social and political landscape and the need for laws to be relevant and responsive to new challenges.

Question 12

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-Regulations and decisions that explain and detail statutes,and are issued by administrative agencies.

Accepted Answer

Administrative law is the term that best fits the definition provided. It refers to the regulations and decisions that are issued by administrative agencies, which clarify and detail statutes.

Question 13

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-The political belief that there should be a superior government entity that is not subject to question or challenge

Accepted Answer

The concept described in the definition is closely related to the positivist theory, which holds that law is created and enforced by a recognized governmental authority and that it must be obeyed by the citizens without question.

Question 14

Because the naturalist theory was ideally suited for the complex legal issues of the period,it played a key role in the creation of the Supreme Court.

Accepted Answer

The creation of the Supreme Court was primarily influenced by the need to establish a federal judiciary as outlined in the U.S. Constitution, rather than the naturalist theory, which deals more with philosophical views on laws and rights derived from natural law.

Question 15

Administrative law is primarily made up of two elements.

Accepted Answer

Administrative law is primarily made up of two elements: the rules and regulations created by administrative agencies and the decisions made by those agencies.

Question 16

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-The goal of the judiciary to allow maximum personal freedom without detracting from the welfare of the general public.

Accepted Answer

The term "traditional balance" refers to the judiciary's goal of allowing maximum personal freedom while ensuring it does not detract from the welfare of the general public.

Question 17

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-Law created by one of the three sources of government,including the legislature,administrative agencies,and the judiciary

Accepted Answer

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Question 18

Match the most appropriate term to the definition.
-Creation of law by the judiciary

Accepted Answer

Common law is a legal system where the law is created and refined by judges through decisions in court cases, rather than through legislative statutes or executive branch action.

Question 19

The majority of Americans have more frequent personal contact with the legislative branch than with any other branch of government.

Accepted Answer

The majority of Americans have more frequent personal contact with the executive branch, primarily through services and regulations enforced by local and state agencies, rather than the legislative branch, which primarily creates laws.

Question 20

Criminal law is the term used to describe all federal statutory law.

Accepted Answer

Criminal law is not limited to federal statutory law. It also includes state and local laws, as well as common law principles.

Quiz 1: The Historical Basis and Current Structure of the American Legal System

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -"Let the decision stand." The method used by the judiciary when applying precedent to current situations.

Each state legislature determines the manner in which the electors are appointed.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -The doctrine that follows the principle that government should adapt laws to reflect the current needs and beliefs of society

One of the first priorities for settlers in the New World was to establish a formal legal system different from the ones they left in Europe and Britain.

The executive branch was the first governmental branch established in the federal structure.

The Articles of Confederation was the document that guided the new government in advance of the U.S.Constitution.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -Existing legal standards that courts look to for guidance when making a determination of a legal issue

Because of the influence of societal standards on behavior,the sociological theory plays a critical role in our governmental structure.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -A statute;law that is created by the legislature

The U.S.Supreme Court is the main source of all law in this country.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -The goal of law-making authorities to balance the need for consistency and stability against the need for a flexible and adaptive government

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -Regulations and decisions that explain and detail statutes,and are issued by administrative agencies.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -The political belief that there should be a superior government entity that is not subject to question or challenge

Because the naturalist theory was ideally suited for the complex legal issues of the period,it played a key role in the creation of the Supreme Court.

Administrative law is primarily made up of two elements.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -The goal of the judiciary to allow maximum personal freedom without detracting from the welfare of the general public.

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -Law created by one of the three sources of government,including the legislature,administrative agencies,and the judiciary

Match the most appropriate term to the definition. -Creation of law by the judiciary

The majority of Americans have more frequent personal contact with the legislative branch than with any other branch of government.

Criminal law is the term used to describe all federal statutory law.