Understanding the Legal System
This worksheet introduces Grade 7 students to the fundamental concepts of the legal system and different types of laws.
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Understanding the Legal System
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet covers basic concepts of the legal system and types of laws.
1. Which branch of government is primarily responsible for interpreting laws?
Executive Branch
Legislative Branch
Judicial Branch
Military Branch
2. A law that deals with the rights and duties of individuals and organizations is called a:
Criminal Law
Civil Law
Public Law
Constitutional Law
3. The fundamental law of a country that establishes the framework for government and guarantees citizens' rights is called the .
4. A group of citizens chosen to hear evidence and make a decision in a court of law is known as a .
5. Statutory laws are created by judges through court decisions.
True
False
6. The purpose of criminal law is to resolve disputes between individuals or organizations.
True
False
7. Briefly explain the difference between civil law and criminal law.
Match each term on the left with its definition on the right.
8. Precedent
a. A formal written enactment of a legislative body
9. Statute
b. A previous court decision that serves as a guide for future similar cases
10. Plaintiff
c. The party who brings a legal action in court