Question 1

Federal jurisdiction based upon a "federal question" includes cases based on:

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A)   the United States Constitution.
B)   a federal statute.
C)   a federal treaty.
D)   All of the above.E) None of the above
F) B) and C)

Question 2

A summons is a paper ordering a defendant to appear in court at a certain time.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 3

What are the advantages and disadvantages of using arbitration rather than litigation?

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Question 4

Hankrin Corp.is incorporated under Delaware law and has its principal place of business in Annapolis.For diversity purposes,it is considered a resident only of Maryland.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 5

Disputants Martin and Daulton have hired Thurman to mediate their disagreement.Although Martin and Daulton must accept whatever decision Thurman makes,the mediation has the advantage of keeping Martin and Daulton out of court.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 6

The most accurate statement regarding appellate courts is:

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A)   appellate courts often hear new evidence and testimony.
B)   appellate courts generally accept the factual findings of the trial court.
C)   only the federal court system has appellate courts.
D)   appellate courts hear only criminal cases.E) B) and C)
F) A) and B)

Question 7

The fastest growing method of dispute resolution in the United States is:

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A)   arbitration.
B)   negotiation.
C)   mediation.
D)   litigation.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 8

U.S.Supreme Court justices serve for a nine year period.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 9

Pablo,a resident of New Mexico,while driving through Arizona was struck by a SUV driven by Dick,a resident of California.Dick was speeding when the accident happened and Pablo suffered severe injuries that ruined a potential acting career.Pablo's damages are estimated at $200,000.Discuss the court system(s)in which Pablo may bring a lawsuit.

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Question 10

Which of the following is not an example of a trial court of limited jurisdiction?

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A)   A probate court.
B)   A juvenile court.
C)   A small claims court.
D)   A general civil division court.E) None of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 11

Briefly describe the process of jury selection.

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Question 12

A United States district court is:

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A)   the primary federal trial court.
B)   an appellate court.
C)   a small claims court only.
D)   none of the above.E) B) and D)
F) All of the above

Question 13

Emails and their attachments are not subject to pretrial discovery.

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A) True 
 B)False  False

Question 14

In Jones v.Clinton,the court held:

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A)   Paula Jones did not demonstrate the essential elements for her claim.
B)   Paula Jones was entitled to a summary judgment.
C)   public policy required that the case be dismissed because of the President's governmental position.
D)   President Clinton failed to comply with a discovery order.E) A) and B)
F) C) and D)

Question 15

If Lorenzo is seeking an injunction against Brenda to prevent her from selling materials that infringe his copyright,he is entitled to a jury trial if the value of the materials is over $100.

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A) True 
 B)False

Question 16

Roberto sued Monica for injuries received in a traffic accident.If Monica does not respond to the complaint and summons served by Roberto within the prescribed time limits,Roberto may obtain a:

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A)   judgment on the pleadings.
B)   summary judgment.
C)   pretrial conference.
D)   default judgment.E) C) and D)
F) A) and C)

Question 17

Holt and Collins decide to have their dispute arbitrated by Corrales.Which of the following will NOT be a result of the arbitration?

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A)   Corrales will render a binding decision.
B)   Holt and Collins retain the right to a class action.
C)   Holt and Collins give up the right to discovery.
D)   Corrales need not give reasons for the decision.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 18

When an appeal is filed with the U.S.Supreme Court,the Supreme Court:

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A)   must hear the case if the validity of a federal statute is in question.
B)   must hear the case if two or more U.S.courts of appeals have decided the legal issue differently.
C)   has discretion as to which cases it hears.
D)   must hear all cases.E) B) and C)
F) A) and D)

Question 19

After answering a summons and complaint,Mike received a set of written questions from the plaintiff's attorney.He was directed to respond to the questions in writing under oath.This discovery technique is called:

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A)   a request for admission.
B)   a request for the production of documents.
C)   a deposition.
D)   interrogatories.E) All of the above
F) A) and B)

Question 20

Summary judgment is appropriate when there are no essential facts in dispute.

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A) True 
 B)False

Exam 3: Courts,Litigation and Alterntive Dispute Resolution

Federal jurisdiction based upon a "federal question" includes cases based on:

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A summons is a paper ordering a defendant to appear in court at a certain time.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using arbitration rather than litigation?

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The advantages of arbitration include us...
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Hankrin Corp.is incorporated under Delaware law and has its principal place of business in Annapolis.For diversity purposes,it is considered a resident only of Maryland.

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Disputants Martin and Daulton have hired Thurman to mediate their disagreement.Although Martin and Daulton must accept whatever decision Thurman makes,the mediation has the advantage of keeping Martin and Daulton out of court.

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The most accurate statement regarding appellate courts is:

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The fastest growing method of dispute resolution in the United States is:

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U.S.Supreme Court justices serve for a nine year period.

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Pablo could bring this case in the feder...
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Which of the following is not an example of a trial court of limited jurisdiction?

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Briefly describe the process of jury selection.

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A United States district court is:

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Emails and their attachments are not subject to pretrial discovery.

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In Jones v.Clinton,the court held:

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If Lorenzo is seeking an injunction against Brenda to prevent her from selling materials that infringe his copyright,he is entitled to a jury trial if the value of the materials is over $100.

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Roberto sued Monica for injuries received in a traffic accident.If Monica does not respond to the complaint and summons served by Roberto within the prescribed time limits,Roberto may obtain a:

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Holt and Collins decide to have their dispute arbitrated by Corrales.Which of the following will NOT be a result of the arbitration?

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When an appeal is filed with the U.S.Supreme Court,the Supreme Court:

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After answering a summons and complaint,Mike received a set of written questions from the plaintiff's attorney.He was directed to respond to the questions in writing under oath.This discovery technique is called:

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Summary judgment is appropriate when there are no essential facts in dispute.

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A summons is a paper ordering a defendant to appear in court at a certain time.

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What are the advantages and disadvantages of using arbitration rather than litigation?

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Hankrin Corp.is incorporated under Delaware law and has its principal place of business in Annapolis.For diversity purposes,it is considered a resident only of Maryland.

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Disputants Martin and Daulton have hired Thurman to mediate their disagreement.Although Martin and Daulton must accept whatever decision Thurman makes,the mediation has the advantage of keeping Martin and Daulton out of court.

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The most accurate statement regarding appellate courts is:

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The fastest growing method of dispute resolution in the United States is:

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U.S.Supreme Court justices serve for a nine year period.

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Which of the following is not an example of a trial court of limited jurisdiction?

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Briefly describe the process of jury selection.

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A United States district court is:

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Emails and their attachments are not subject to pretrial discovery.

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In Jones v.Clinton,the court held:

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If Lorenzo is seeking an injunction against Brenda to prevent her from selling materials that infringe his copyright,he is entitled to a jury trial if the value of the materials is over $100.

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Roberto sued Monica for injuries received in a traffic accident.If Monica does not respond to the complaint and summons served by Roberto within the prescribed time limits,Roberto may obtain a:

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Holt and Collins decide to have their dispute arbitrated by Corrales.Which of the following will NOT be a result of the arbitration?

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When an appeal is filed with the U.S.Supreme Court,the Supreme Court:

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After answering a summons and complaint,Mike received a set of written questions from the plaintiff's attorney.He was directed to respond to the questions in writing under oath.This discovery technique is called:

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Summary judgment is appropriate when there are no essential facts in dispute.

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