Introduction to Law and Legal Philosophy

Introduction (Multiple Choice)

• The Philippine Constitution is the highest source of law in the Philippines.
• The Magna Carta is the foundation of English common law.
• Confucius is not a legal philosopher of the Renaissance and Enlightenment.
• Public and Private Law are the two general divisions of laws.
• Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, and Administrative Law are classifications under Public Law.

Introduction (True or False)

• The concept of Maat, not Klaat, comprises the ancient Egyptian concepts of truth, balance, order, harmony, law, morality, and justice.
• Statutory Law is a term for laws passed by the Philippine Congress applying to all citizens.
• Draco was an ancient Greek legislator who introduced a harsh law code in 621 BCE.
• Civil, Contract, and Family Laws are types of Private Law, not Public Law, in the Philippines.
• Executive, Legislative, and Judicial are the three branches of the government.

Introduction (Identification)

• Natural Law is the philosophy asserting that certain rights are inherent by virtue of human nature.
• The code of Hammurabi is known for its ancient precept known as lex talionis, a form of retaliatory justice commonly associated with the saying “an eye for an eye”.
• Judicial Precedents are written decisions made by the Philippine Supreme Court and other courts interpreting existing laws.

RA 8559 (Multiple Choice)

• A Board member can be removed for neglect of duty only after being given a notice and an opportunity for a hearing.
• Plans and specifications must be prepared, signed, and sealed by a duly registered agricultural engineer.
• The maximum fine for violations under Section 32 of RA 8559 is P200,000.

RA 8559 (Identification)

• RA 8559 was approved in 1998.
• After failing an agricultural engineering examination thrice, a candidate must wait one year before re-taking the exam.
• RA 8559 is also known as the “Philippine Agricultural Engineering Act of 1998”.
• A member of the Board must have been an active practitioner for 10 years.

This quiz covers fundamental concepts of law, including distinctions between Public and Private Law, main legal philosophers, and various branches of law. Test your knowledge about the Philippine Constitution and key historical legal figures. Perfect for students beginning their study of legal principles.