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Legal Interpretation Quiz

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What is the main theme of Chapter 1?

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Purpose-Based Approaches (correct)

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Textualist Approach

What is the textualist approach?

An approach to interpreting the law that focuses on the plain meaning of the text. (correct)

An approach to interpreting the law that focuses on the purpose of the law.

An approach to interpreting the law that focuses on the history of the law.

An approach to interpreting the law that focuses on the consequences of the law.

Which of these is NOT mentioned as a component of the textualist approach?

Contextual analysis

Plain meaning

Legislative history (correct)

Structure of the text

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You can miss 3 classes for free; each additional absence affects your grade.

Purpose-Based Approaches

Strategies that emphasize the intended purpose of laws or actions.

Textualist Approach

A legal theory focusing on the literal meaning of texts.

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Syllabus

Submit assignments via hard copy or PDF, not Canvas or Google Docs
Primarily based on the textbook
Frequent short quizzes (30%)
Paper/oral presentations (25%)
Course notebook (15%)—can be separate; electronic submission
Class participation, timeliness, respect (15%)
Attendance (15%)
Subject to change

Introduction

Textualism: Focuses on the literal text; avoids inference, looking only at the end result of the words
Pragmatism: Considers the purpose or intent behind the words, not just the literal meaning; "Laws can't always predict human behavior"–Oliver Wendell Holmes
Experience and time influence laws
Notice: no animals allowed; is this referring to specific animals or all animals?
Examples: Dogs and Bugs; Cooked chicken might be an animal; should interpretations be literal?

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Test your understanding of legal interpretation theories such as textualism and pragmatism. This quiz explores key concepts regarding the methods of interpreting laws and their implications. It is designed for students familiar with these theories and their applications in law.