Unit 1 The Making of Laws Flashcards

Front

Which Babylonian code of laws is famous for the phrase “an eye for an eye”?

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Code of Hammurabi

Front

What is considered the world’s earliest known code of law?

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Code of Ur-Nammu

Front

In ancient Egypt, what was the concept that represented truth, justice, and order?

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Ma'at

Front

Which civil code was introduced in France under Napoleon in 1804?

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Napoleonic Code

Front

Which crime is the only one directly mentioned in the U.S. Constitution?

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Treason

Front

Lora buys a Glock 19 handgun for self-defense. Which amendment protects her right to own it?

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2nd Amendment

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A teacher threatens Saskia with torture for being late. Which amendment protects her from cruel and unusual punishment?

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8th Amendment

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Frank organizes a protest against a school’s unfair dress code. Which amendment gives him the right to protest?

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1st Amendment

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Adam is tried for his wife Zara’s murder and found not guilty. Later, new evidence comes up and the prosecutor tries to charge him again. Which amendment prevents this?

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5th Amendment

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A law bans non-clear backpacks on July 20, 2023. Rosie is arrested for using one the day before the law takes effect. What principle makes her arrest unconstitutional?

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