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What was one of the major responsibilities of citizens in ancient Greece?
What was one of the major responsibilities of citizens in ancient Greece?
- Formulate public policies
- Manage foreign affairs
- Engage in voting and jury duty (correct)
- Participate in military service
Which process was promoted in ancient Greece to involve citizens in governance?
Which process was promoted in ancient Greece to involve citizens in governance?
- Citizen involvement (correct)
- Appointment of officials
- Political parties formation
- Public debates
What aspect characterized ancient Greek democracy?
What aspect characterized ancient Greek democracy?
- Direct participation in legislation (correct)
- Universal suffrage for all residents
- Citizen-driven decision-making
- Exclusively voting rights for the elite
How did ancient Greek democracy differ from modern representative systems?
How did ancient Greek democracy differ from modern representative systems?
Which of the following best describes the role of jury in ancient Greek society?
Which of the following best describes the role of jury in ancient Greek society?
What was the primary purpose of feudalism during the 5th to 15th centuries in Europe?
What was the primary purpose of feudalism during the 5th to 15th centuries in Europe?
Which statement accurately reflects the concept of precedent in legal systems?
Which statement accurately reflects the concept of precedent in legal systems?
What is a significant characteristic of case law as established in England by Henry II?
What is a significant characteristic of case law as established in England by Henry II?
In a feudal system, who primarily holds power over land distribution?
In a feudal system, who primarily holds power over land distribution?
What is one benefit of using precedent in legal cases?
What is one benefit of using precedent in legal cases?
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with the rule of law in economic transactions?
Which characteristic is NOT typically associated with the rule of law in economic transactions?
What historical period laid the foundation for the ideas of case law in England?
What historical period laid the foundation for the ideas of case law in England?
In the context of commerce, how do nations under the same legal framework interact?
In the context of commerce, how do nations under the same legal framework interact?
What role does precedent serve in the judicial system?
What role does precedent serve in the judicial system?
Which of the following accurately describes the hierarchy in feudalism?
Which of the following accurately describes the hierarchy in feudalism?
What significant principle does the Magna Carta establish regarding taxation?
What significant principle does the Magna Carta establish regarding taxation?
Which aspect of the Rule of Law is exemplified by the statement 'No one is above the law'?
Which aspect of the Rule of Law is exemplified by the statement 'No one is above the law'?
What historical document initiated the emergence of Parliament and Statute Law in England?
What historical document initiated the emergence of Parliament and Statute Law in England?
How are proposed laws represented and eventually passed in the parliamentary system as derived from the Magna Carta?
How are proposed laws represented and eventually passed in the parliamentary system as derived from the Magna Carta?
In the context of legal systems, what does the concept of a jury primarily represent?
In the context of legal systems, what does the concept of a jury primarily represent?
What role do lawyers play within the parliamentary law-making process?
What role do lawyers play within the parliamentary law-making process?
What fundamental right regarding imprisonment does the Magna Carta affirm?
What fundamental right regarding imprisonment does the Magna Carta affirm?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between Parliament and the law-making process in England?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between Parliament and the law-making process in England?
What aspect of Greek Law laid foundational principles for modern judicial systems?
What aspect of Greek Law laid foundational principles for modern judicial systems?
How did the Magna Carta impact the relationship between the monarchy and the people?
How did the Magna Carta impact the relationship between the monarchy and the people?
What historical significance does the Code of Hammurabi hold in the legal system?
What historical significance does the Code of Hammurabi hold in the legal system?
Which aspect of Hebrew/Mosaic Law reflects its divine origins?
Which aspect of Hebrew/Mosaic Law reflects its divine origins?
How did Roman Law influence modern legal practices?
How did Roman Law influence modern legal practices?
What was one of the main features of the legal system introduced by the Code of Hammurabi?
What was one of the main features of the legal system introduced by the Code of Hammurabi?
Which of the following statements about the Hebrew/Mosaic Law's administration is correct?
Which of the following statements about the Hebrew/Mosaic Law's administration is correct?
What societal impact did the legal principles from the Code of Hammurabi have?
What societal impact did the legal principles from the Code of Hammurabi have?
What was a main characteristic of laws derived from Roman Law?
What was a main characteristic of laws derived from Roman Law?
The impact of Hebrew/Mosaic Law on modern society is most evident in which area?
The impact of Hebrew/Mosaic Law on modern society is most evident in which area?
What was a common misconception about the purpose of the Code of Hammurabi?
What was a common misconception about the purpose of the Code of Hammurabi?
In what way did Roman Law differ from Hebrew/Mosaic Law?
In what way did Roman Law differ from Hebrew/Mosaic Law?
Flashcards
Code of Hammurabi
Code of Hammurabi
The earliest recorded set of laws, created by the king of Babylon in ancient Mesopotamia, where modern day Iraq is located.
Hebrew / Mosaic Law
Hebrew / Mosaic Law
An ancient law system based on the ten commandments and focuses on how to lead a virtuous life.
Roman Law
Roman Law
A Roman legal system that emphasizes fairness and equality for everyone.
Feudalism
Feudalism
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Precedent
Precedent
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Case Law
Case Law
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Rule of Law
Rule of Law
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Binding Precedent
Binding Precedent
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Citing Precedent
Citing Precedent
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Medieval Period
Medieval Period
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Recording Cases
Recording Cases
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Legislation
Legislation
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Democracy
Democracy
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Magna Carta
Magna Carta
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Statute Law
Statute Law
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Citizen Involvement
Citizen Involvement
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Voting
Voting
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Common Law
Common Law
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Jury Duty
Jury Duty
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Trial by Jury
Trial by Jury
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Due Process
Due Process
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Consent of the People
Consent of the People
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Legal System
Legal System
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Justice
Justice
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Study Notes
Origins of Law
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Code of Hammurabi: Earliest recorded law, written by the king of Babylon, in ancient Mesopotamia (present-day Iraq), around 1792-1750 BCE. The code established rules for the public and included punishments for various offenses.
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Hebrew/Mosaic Law: Developed around 1250-1210 BCE, based on Moses's teachings on Mount Sinai (present-day Egypt). Included laws of worship and religious practices.
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Roman Law: Originated in the Eastern Mediterranean (around Jerusalem) between 450-100 BCE, and aimed to govern relationships between nations engaging in trade. This focused on establishing rules for international commerce.
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Feudalism: A legal system evolving in Europe from the 5th to the 15th centuries. Focused on land ownership and hierarchy.
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Precedent: A legal system emerging in the 16th century in England, which relies on past decisions to guide future ones.
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Case Law: A system developed in England, starting around 1150-1160, where kings and judges built on past cases to shape laws. It emphasizes recording and referencing earlier rulings.
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Rule of Law (Magna Carta): Emerged in 1215 in King John's England. The Magna Carta, an English charter, established the concept that even the monarch is subject to the rule of law.
Main Features of Legal Systems
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Earliest Recorded Law: Code of Hammurabi, which recorded and codified legal principles.
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Written by the Ruling Authority: Common in ancient legal systems, the king or emperor dictated many laws.
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Public Knowledge of Laws: Laws began to be more publicly accessible, moving away from being exclusively known by rulers.
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Widespread Applicability of Law: The idea developed that the law applied equally to all, regardless of social class.
Examples of Law
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Hammurabi's Code Examples: Covered crimes like theft and murder, and aspects of trade and taxes.
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Mosaic Law Examples: Focused on worship, religious practices, and moral conduct.
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Roman Law Examples: Established rules for nations to conduct trade and business in common.
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Feudal Examples: Main concern was the land and hierarchy of land ownership.
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Modern Examples: Current legal systems focus on establishing fairness, consistency, predictability with similar situations, and also ensuring everyone is subject to the law.
Impact of Canadian Legal System
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Rule of Law: Canada's system upholds the principle that everyone is subject to the law and rules, including its leaders.
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Principles and Rights: Laws were developed, influenced by principles and values inherent in various religions. Respect for others, responsibility, etc., were some key principles.
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Legal Precedent: Past case decisions inform future rulings for fairness and consistency.
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Democracy and Governance: The concept of democracy and citizen participation developed over time, influenced by early legal systems.
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Modern Law Consistency: Some of the ideas and legal values from the past, persist in many legal systems like Canada.
Greek Law
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400 BCE: Earliest form of democracy emerged in Greece.
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Citizen Involvement: Citizens played a significant role in the legal system, often with voting and jury participation.
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