Trial Test: Would It Hold Up?

Question 1

In criminal trials, the goal is to determine if the accused is guilty of a crime and to impose a penalty.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

Which of these are illegal?

Accepted Answer

To kill or take any game birds on Christmas Day 🦃, To make or use a slide on ice or snow in any street, Sell Christmas crackers to minors, Opening someone elses present

Question 3

What did Mrs Donoghue ingest?

Accepted Answer

Snail

Question 4

In the case of Lee v Ashers Baking Company Ltd (2018), what was the basis for the ruling?

Accepted Answer

Company won, ruled they could refuse to bake a cake with political message.

Question 5

In the Stephen and Dudley case the court ruled that necessity could not be used as a defence for murder.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

What is the primary aim of a civil trial?

Accepted Answer

To resolve disputes and determine compensation.

Question 7

In Donoghue v Stevenson, the House of Lords established that manufacturers owe a duty of care to consumers.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

Johnny Depp’s lawsuit against Amber Heard was based on her directly accusing him of domestic violence.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

What was the claim in Leonard v. Pepsico, Inc. (1999), also known as the "Pepsi, Where's My Jet?" case?

Accepted Answer

Claimed Pepsi owed him a jet -promotional offer - Court ruled it was a joke

Question 10

What does "claimant" mean in a legal context?

Accepted Answer

The person who files a claim or lawsuit

Question 11

Which of the following is typically involved in a civil trial?

Accepted Answer

Personal injury claims

Question 12

Which of the following must be proven in a criminal trial in the UK?

Accepted Answer

Guilt beyond a reasonable doubt

Question 13

Which of these trials actually took place?

Accepted Answer

Fast-food chain sued due to women burning herself with spilt hot coffee

Question 14

What type of case would typically be handled in a civil trial?

Accepted Answer

Lawsuit over a broken contract

Question 15

Innocent until proven...

Accepted Answer

Guilty

Question 16

Which Quiz do you want to play next?

Accepted Answer

Other 🤷‍♀️, Disney 👸, Guessing countries flags 🌍, Guess the logo 🛑

Question 17

Can a man in the UK legally be tried for stealing bread 20 years ago if new evidence has been found?

Accepted Answer

Yes, there is no time limit for prosecuting theft.

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