CLN4U Law Exam Review - January 2024
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Which branch of government is responsible for implementing laws?

  • Legislative
  • Municipal
  • Executive (correct)
  • Judicial

    • The Senate is part of the Judicial branch of government.

    False

    What level of government is primarily responsible for healthcare?

    Provincial

    The _____ branch of government settles disputes and clarifies the law.

    <p>Judicial</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following governmental powers with their corresponding level:

    <p>National Defense = Federal Education = Provincial Parks = Municipal Criminal Law = Federal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event in 1931 allowed Canada to have the Supreme Court as the highest court in the land?

    <p>Statute of Westminster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Municipal governments are responsible for managing garbage and recycling services.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In which year was the Constitution patriated?

    <p>1982</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the main function of the UN Security Council?

    <p>Maintaining international peace and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Trusteeship Council is currently operational and oversees trust territories.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Name one non-government organization that focuses on human rights.

    <p>Human Rights Watch</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The __________ serves as the administrative arm of the United Nations.

    <p>Secretariat</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following UN bodies with their primary functions:

    <p>General Assembly = Main decision-making body of the UN International Court of Justice = Settles legal disputes between countries Economic and Social Council = Promotes international cooperation on economic, social, and environmental issues Security Council = Maintains international peace and security</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following NGOs focuses on development and humanitarian assistance?

    <p>Oxfam</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The International Court of Justice is located in Paris, France.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of the Economic and Social Council within the UN?

    <p>It promotes international cooperation on economic, social, and environmental issues.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Section 13 state regarding testifying as a witness?

    <p>Witnesses cannot have incriminating evidence used against them.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Keegstra's teachings about Jewish people were found to be protected under Section 2(b) of the Charter.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What must be proven for someone to apply for a remedy in the courts under Section 24?

    <p>Rights have been infringed upon.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    William Whatcott's flyers promoted __________ against LGBTQ+ individuals.

    <p>hatred</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the case with its primary issue:

    <p>Keegstra = Anti-Semitic teachings Whatcott = Anti-LGBTQ+ messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the Supreme Court's ruling regarding Whatcott's actions?

    <p>Partially deemed as hate speech.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hate speech can always be freely expressed without limitations under the Charter.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which section of the Criminal Code was Keegstra charged under?

    <p>Section 319</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was one primary goal of the White Paper in 1969?

    <p>To assimilate Indigenous individuals into Canadian life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Indian Act allowed Indigenous peoples to produce, possess, and sell liquor without any restrictions.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does section 25 of the Charter of Rights and Freedoms entail regarding Indigenous rights?

    <p>It states that other rights in the Charter must not interfere with the rights of Indigenous peoples.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The process of increasing the representation of groups that have suffered discrimination is known as __________.

    <p>Affirmative Action</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant concern for Indigenous peoples regarding the White Paper?

    <p>Losing their unique status and land claims</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is reverse discrimination?

    <p>It refers to advancing one group's interest by treating others unfairly.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    International law consists of agreements and laws that __________ sign and enter into.

    <p>countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following elements to their definitions:

    <p>Affirmative Action = Increasing representation for discriminated groups Indian Act = Legislation governing Indigenous peoples' rights Charter of Rights and Freedoms = Document ensuring legal rights in Canada International Law = Agreements between countries</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does equity mean in the context of resources?

    <p>Resources are given based on individual needs for success.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Morality only influences personal beliefs and is not related to law.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Define humanity in the context of law.

    <p>Humanity involves treating others with respect, fairness, and compassion, recognizing the rights and freedoms of individuals.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Utilitarianism states that the right action is the one that produces the most ______ for the most people.

    <p>happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the concepts with their definitions:

    <p>Equality = Treating everyone the same Equity = Providing resources based on individual needs Morality = Beliefs about right and wrong Humanity = Treating others with respect and compassion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following best describes equality?

    <p>Treating everyone the same without regard for individual needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Humanity is unrelated to human rights laws.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are duties in the context of law?

    <p>Duties are obligations such as obeying laws, paying taxes, and respecting the rights of others.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Aristotle, what is one of the main roles of law?

    <p>To control human passions</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thomas Hobbes believed that people should be allowed to enforce laws themselves.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did John Locke consider the natural rights of individuals?

    <p>Life, liberty, and property</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Thomas Aquinas identified four kinds of laws, one of which is _____ Law.

    <p>Natural</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the philosophers with their main theories:

    <p>Plato = Philosophy of Forms John Stuart Mill = Utilitarianism Karl Marx = Class struggle theory Feminism = Law as an instrument of oppression against women</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which philosopher proposed that laws should maximize the greatest good for the greatest number?

    <p>Jeremy Bentham</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Feminist jurisprudence argues that laws have historically treated women equally to men.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the role of Divine Positive Law according to Aquinas?

    <p>It is the law revealed in the scriptures.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    John Stuart Mill argued that actions are right in proportion as they promote _____ .

    <p>happiness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Thomas Aquinas identify as one of the four types of law?

    <p>Natural Law</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The primary purpose of law, according to Hobbes, is to protect natural law rights.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which type of philosophers consider law an instrument of class oppression?

    <p>Marxists</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Locke, government authority is granted through the _____ of the people.

    <p>consent</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concept did John Austin contribute to the theory of Utilitarianism?

    <p>Laws must be evaluated on an objective standard.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CLN4U Law Exam Review - January 24th

    Unit One - Legal Concepts

    • Democracy: A system of government where the people hold power, either directly or by choosing representatives. It's based on the "power of the people."
    • Sovereignty: The supreme power of a state to govern itself without external interference. This includes controlling its territory, laws, and decision-making.
    • Jurisdiction: The official power of a legal body (e.g., court or government) to make decisions and enforce laws within a specific area or over certain subjects. It can be based on geography (e.g., a country) or the type of case.
    • Rights: Things individuals are allowed to do or have, such as voting, freedom of speech, and privacy. These are protected by law.
    • Duties: Responsibilities individuals must follow by law, ensuring they act fairly and respectfully towards others.

    Unit One - Legal Concepts (continued)

    • Equality: Treating everyone the same, providing everyone with the same resources and opportunities, regardless of individual needs.
    • Equity: Treating people fairly by providing what they need to succeed; this might involve different resources or support based on individual needs.
    • Morality: Personal beliefs and cultural standards about right and wrong. Often influenced by culture, religion, and society. Moral principles may - but don't always - guide laws.
    • Humanity: Treating others with respect, fairness, and compassion. Involves recognizing the rights and freedoms of others.
    • Utilitarianism: A philosophy that states the right action produces the most happiness or benefits for the most people.
    • Deontology: An ethical theory that says actions are right or wrong based on rules or duties, not outcomes.

    Unit Two - Charter of Rights and Freedoms

    • Section 1: Reasonable Limits Clause: Rights are not absolute; they can be limited if the limitation is justified, necessary, and proportionate to the situation.
    • Section 33: Notwithstanding Clause: Allows the federal or provincial government to pass laws that infringe on Charter rights (section 2, 7, 15) but with a 5-year limit, possibility of renewal for another 5 years.

    Unit Three - International Law and Treaties

    • International Law: Laws and agreements between countries, providing a framework for interactions (e.g., trade, war). The strength of these laws depend on the country's willingness to adhere to them
    • Treaties: Agreements between countries outlining specific actions, intentions, and consequences. Examples include the Royal Proclamation, Geneva Conventions, etc.
    • Economic Sanctions: Restrictions or penalties imposed by countries to pressure another country or group.
    • Trade Boycotts: Refusal to engage in trade with another country or group.
    • Trade Embargoes: Government bans on trade with a specific country or region.

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