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Habeas Corpus

Authored by John Robinson

Social Studies

6th Grade

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

The right to not be held for a crime without knowing why you are being held

Habeus Corpus

Eminent Domain

Veto

Federalism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of a writ of Habeas Corpus?

To challenge unlawful detention

To enforce a contract

To settle property disputes

To grant citizenship

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which historical document first established the right to Habeas Corpus?

Magna Carta

Bill of Rights

Declaration of Independence

Constitution of the United States

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

In which country did the concept of Habeas Corpus originate?

England

France

United States

Germany

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which branch of government is typically responsible for issuing a writ of Habeas Corpus?

Judicial

Executive

Legislative

Military

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Habeas Corpus is often referred to as a protection against what?

Unlawful imprisonment

Excessive taxation

Unfair trade practices

Censorship

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

1 min • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of Habeas Corpus?

It allows prisoners to challenge their detention

It can be suspended during emergencies

It grants automatic release from prison

It is a fundamental legal right

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