Common Law Tradition Quiz

Test your knowledge of the common law tradition with this quiz. Explore the historical attitudes, nature, organization, and operation of common law legal systems, and compare them with Civil Law countries. See how well you understand the key principles and characteristics of the common law tradition.

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When did the common law tradition originate?

1066

Which country is the largest common law country?

India

Where is the civil law tradition more widespread?

Western Europe

What is the difference between a legal tradition and a legal system?

A legal tradition is a set of historical attitudes about law, while a legal system is a set of operating institutions, procedures, and rules. Signup and view all the answers

Which legal tradition is older?

Civil law tradition Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the Lord High Chancellor of Great Britain?

Senior functionary in the government and formerly presiding officer of the House of Lords Signup and view all the answers

In the beginning, what kind of power did the Lord High Chancellor possess?

Legislative, executive, and judicial power without separation of powers Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the 2005 reforms related to the Lord High Chancellor's role?

Creation of the Supreme Court and removal of the Lord Chancellor's speaking role in the House of Lords Signup and view all the answers

What was the Lord Chancellor's position in the Privy Council?

Member of the Privy Council Signup and view all the answers

What led to the creation of the Supreme Court in 2005?

Reform of the judiciary to harmonize the UK system with the European Human Rights Act Signup and view all the answers

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