Chapter 2: Classifying Law

Format

Multiple Choice (13pts)

True/False (7pts)

Fill-in-the-Blanks (10pts)

Matching (5pts)

Short Answer Questions (12pts)

Case Study (5pts)

SAMPLE SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS. 
1)  What happens to a law if it is found to be inconsistent with the Constitution?

2)  Explain the legal principle of stare decisis.

3)  Why is it necessary that judges be able to "distinguish" circumstances when deciding common law cases? 

4)  In what way are Indian Bands similar to local governments?

5)  Identify three major functions of Canada's constitution.

6)  How can international law exist when there is no global law-making body in existence?

7)  Define domestic law.

8)  Identify the three branches of law that make up public law. Provide a brief description of each.

9)  What is the purpose of the criminal law?

10)  Why are criminal charges brought against the accused in the name of the Queen?