Legal Precedents That Shaped History Quiz

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Legal Precedents That Shaped History: a General level Law quiz. Test your knowledge with 15 questions!
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Question 1
What is the term for a previous case that guides new ones?
A Amendment
B Statute
C Precedent
D Verdict
Question 2
What Latin term means 'let the decision stand'?
A Habeas corpus
B Pro bono
C Stare decisis
D Ex post facto
Question 3
What concept ensures that the law applies to everyone?
A Rule of law
B Civil law
C Criminal law
D Common law
Question 4
Which system of law is based on judicial decisions?
A Common law
B Administrative law
C Religious law
D Statutory law
Question 5
What is a formal law passed by a legislature called?
A Opinion
B Precedent
C Verdict
D Statute

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