Reasons for Law Reform (Revision)

Reasons for Law Reform (Revision)

12th Grade

15 Qs

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Reasons for Law Reform (Revision)

Reasons for Law Reform (Revision)

Assessment

Quiz

Social Studies

12th Grade

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Created by

Courtney Davies-Kildea

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15 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Which of the following is not a characteristic of an effective law?

Enforceable

Emphasises possible punishment

Clear and understood

Stable

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Which of the following best describes social cohesion?

Ensuring the economic landscape is stable to enable society to thrive and cooperate

The practice of ensuring laws are consistent with the values of a society

The willingness of members of a society to cooperate with each other in order to survive and prosper

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Which of the following is not a reason for law reform

Changing technology

Need to reflect social values and beliefs

Community protection

Safeguarding members of parliament and their re-election

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

Which of the following is not an example of law reform which is based on changes in community beliefs

Parole

LGBTQI+ rights

Medicinal cannabis

Animal welfare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

A call for changes to laws regarding casual employment would be classified as law reform due to...

Changes in economic, political and social conditions

Technological advancements

Need for greater safety

Changes in beliefs

6.

FILL IN THE BLANK QUESTION

1 min • 5 pts

Changes in __________ happen at a rapid pace and can transform what we thought was possible. This can lead to calls for law reform which could not be foreseen.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 5 pts

What does ultra vires mean?

Laws are made with future consideration in mind

Parliament acted outside of its power

It is a precedent determined in a higher court

It is the judges rationale for a decision

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