Criminal vs Civil
Authored by John Robinson
Social Studies
8th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
A student is caught stealing Chromebooks from school. Criminal or civil case?
Civil
Criminal
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
A boy steals a pack of gum. What kind of case is this and where will the case be heard?
Criminal Case, Circuit Court
Criminal Case, District Court
Civil Case, Circuit Court
Civil Case, District Court
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
An actress sues a reporter for $1 million because he lied in an article. What kind of case is this and where will the case be heard?
Criminal Case, Circuit Court
Criminal Case, District Court
Civil Case, Circuit Court
Civil Case, District Court
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The following is a description of or associated with either Criminal or Civil Law. Identify correctly which the statement goes with:
Defendant: The person accused of committing a crime like theft of a car.
5.
DRAG AND DROP QUESTION
1 min • 3 pts
In the U.S. legal system, there are two main types of laws: criminal law and civil law. Criminal law deals with actions that are considered (a) to society, such as stealing or breaking into a house. In these cases, the (b) steps in to (c) the person responsible to protect everyone. Civil law, on the other hand, focuses on solving (d) between people or groups, like arguments about contracts, property, or injuries. Understanding the difference between these types of laws helps us see how the legal system keeps society fair and safe.
harmful
government
punish
disagreements
helpful
beneficial
private
reward
unhelpful
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The following is a description of or associated with either Criminal or Civil Law. Identify correctly which the statement goes with:
Prosecutor: Represents the government and brings the case against the accused.
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
1 min • 1 pt
The following is a description of or associated with either Criminal or Civil Law. Identify correctly which the statement goes with:
Penalties can include jail, fines, probation, or community service.
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