Quiz on Legal Profession and Ethics

What was the status of legal advocacy in Ancient Rome before Claudius legalized it?

• It was highly regulated.

• It was only for the wealthy.

• It was a recognized profession.

• There was no regulation.

When was the first written code of conduct for advocates established in the USA?

• 1739

• 1230

• 1919

• 1906

What does the term 'avocat' refer to in the context of French legal ethics?

• A judge

• A prosecutor

• A lawyer

• A legal consultant

What is the primary focus of normative ethics?

• Historical development of ethics

• Theoretical foundations of ethics

• Personal moral beliefs

• Determining moral standards

Which of the following is NOT a branch of ethics?

• Meta-ethics

• Legal ethics

• Applied ethics

• Normative ethics

What is the definition of professional ethics?

• Standards of conduct for professionals

• Rules governing personal behavior

• Laws regulating professions

• Guidelines for personal morality

What does legal ethics primarily concern?

• Historical practices in law

• Client relationships

• Standards of conduct for legal professionals

• Personal beliefs of lawyers

According to utilitarianism, what determines the rightness or wrongness of an action?

• Its adherence to rules

• Its consequences

• Its alignment with personal beliefs

• Its historical context

What is the Golden Rule?

• Help those in need

• Do not harm others

• Always follow the law

• Treat others as you want to be treated

What is a key feature of a profession according to Encyclopedia.com?

• Social status

• Job security

• Autonomy in practice

• High salary