1. One of Rome's greatest contributions to civilization is the (1 point)
Justinian Code.
Napoleonic Code.
Code of Hammurabi.
common law.
2. This is a set of voluntary promises enforceable by law. (1 point)
contract
summons
ordinances
affidavit
3. Negligence involving careless or reckless behavior is a kind of (1 point)
felony.
tort.
injunction.
implied contract.
4. The plaintiff sets forth the charges against the defendant in (1 point)
an affidavit.
a verdict.
a complaint.
a tort.
5. A sworn statement asserting there is sufficient evidence to go to trial is called (1 point)
a warrant.
a verdict.
an affidavit.
an information.
6. Statutes passed by city councils are called (1 point)
contracts.
civil laws.
torts.
ordinances.
7. Because it derives from the decision of judges in settling cases, common law is also called (1 point)
statutory law.
case law.
Roman law.
civil law.
8. If a jury is unable to make a decision, it is called a (1 point)
petit jury.
verdict.
hung jury.
grand jury.
9. In nearly all criminal cases, this must be unanimous. (1 point)
sentencing
verdict
punishment
plea bargaining
10. This can cause a mistrial. (1 point)
guilty verdict
judicial sentencing
hung jury
misdemeanor

