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Importance of Laws and Methods of Influence

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Importance of Laws and Methods of Influence

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What is the primary purpose of criminal law?

To resolve disagreements

To punish those who break the law (correct)

To provide a safe and peaceful society

To regulate the conduct of members of society

Which method is designed to influence change by attempting to influence government decisions?

Media - Radio, TV, letters to the editor

Defiance - Civil Disobedience

Lobbying (correct)

Demonstrations and Protests

What is the purpose of the Amending Formula?

To restrict time allocated for consideration of bills

To change parts of a charter with majority approval (correct)

To provide a safe and peaceful society

To resolve disagreements

What is the key feature of a Private Members Bill introduced in the House of Commons?

It follows a different legislative process than government bills Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of traffic laws?

To provide order and structure Signup and view all the answers

What is the Amending Formula mentioned in the text?

A method for changing the Canadian constitution Signup and view all the answers

Why did Quebec want a guarantee about French language rights in the context of the Amending Formula?

To prevent English-speaking majorities from taking away French language rights Signup and view all the answers

Why were the 3 territories not part of the Amending Formula?

The federal government represented their interests separately Signup and view all the answers

What was the objective of Plains Cree Chief Poundmaker during the Siege of Battleford?

To convince the government to uphold the famine clause of Treaty 6 Signup and view all the answers

How did Chief Poundmaker try to present himself during his trial?

As someone who did not fully understand the law Signup and view all the answers

What was Prime Minister Trudeau's action regarding Chief Poundmaker in May 2019?

Exoneration and apology on behalf of the government Signup and view all the answers

What change has been observed in the influence of Indigenous laws on Canadian law over the centuries?

Increased recognition and influence of Indigenous laws Signup and view all the answers

What is restorative justice as practiced by Indigenous communities?

Offenders restore justice through dialogue with victim and community Signup and view all the answers

'Upold' is defined as:

'To defend or support a law, or principle so it continues to exist' Signup and view all the answers

'Restitution' in the context of Chief Poundmaker's exoneration refers to:

'Compensation for past injustices' Signup and view all the answers