Civil Law Questions and Answers

Why did the Stamp Act anger many colonists? a.)They considered it taxation without representation. b.)They wanted virtual representation in Parliament. c.)They were required to pay the tax in paper currency. d.)Violators were transported to England for trial.

"Which of the following best describes the concept of Dual Federalism? A. The federal and state governments operate in overlapping policy areas. B. The federal and state governments have distinct and separate jurisdictions, like layers of a cake. C. The federal government dominates state policies through grants-in-aid. D. The federal and state governments work together on all policy issues."

What is the difference between a subpoena and subpoena duces tecum? There is no difference. Subpoena duces tecum is just an old-fashioned term for subpoena. A subpoena duces tecum requires that documents and records be brought to court. A subpoena requires that an individual appear in court.

"The Court's decision in Regents v. Bakke is best described as: A. a compromise. B. a vote against racial quotas. C. a vote for racial quotas. D. a victory for medical students."

The anti - federalists refused to sign / ratify the Constitution unless "personal liberties" were included. As a result, the Bill of Rights was born. What would have happened if the anti - federalists had NOT won their argument against the Federalists by insisting on what we now know today as the Bill of Rights / Civil Liberties?

A white rectangular sign with black or red print indicates the following: A. You are driving near a school or in a school zone. B. The rules of the road, such as the speed limit. C. You are approaching a railroad crossing; you must look, listen, and be prepared to stop.

The Pendleton Act of 1883 established the Civil Service Commission and what else?

Nullification is best defined as: A. An opposition to a tariff imposed by the government. B. The belief that states should have certain rights. C. A state's refusal to follow a federal law it opposes. D. The power split between national and state governments.

"When is it legal to back up on an expressway? A. Never. B. If you go past your exit. C. In an emergency. D. None of the above."

Which statement best explains the impact of the Napoleonic Code on Europe? A. The Napoleonic Code provided women's rights throughout Europe. B. The Napoleonic Code created feudal Germanic laws in France. C. The Napoleonic Code spread canon laws throughout France. D. The Napoleonic Code became the civil law throughout Europe.

What is the difference between the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the Fair Housing Act of 1968?

Selection of Incident Commanders is done by the: A. Emergency Operations manager B. Planning Officer C. Jurisdiction or organization with primary responsibility for the incident D. Public Information Officer

Which best defines common law? A. Law based on the wishes of legislators B. Law based on precedent C. Law based on a priest's rulings D. Law based on a judge's feelings