Module exam: Basic Legal Vocabulary

16 questions · pass mark 70%

1. What does "plaintiff" mean?

The person against whom a case is brought.The person who brings a civil lawsuit.The lawyer who represents the State in criminal cases.

2. Which term matches: "A person who saw or knows something relevant to a case."

judgewitnessdefendant

3. Who is the defendant?

Ms. RodríguezBlue Coast S.A.The witnesses

4. In criminal cases, the ___ represents the State.

prosecutornotaryjury

5. What does "public deed" mean?

A document executed before a notary with full legal formalities (escritura pública).A document authorising someone to act on another's behalf.A document stating how a person's property is distributed after death.

6. Which term matches: "A written sworn statement used as evidence (closest CR equivalent: declaración jurada)."

affidavitcertificatepower of attorney

7. Which document is used to transfer real estate?

A public deedA willAn affidavit

8. He signed a power of ___ so his sister could sell the car.

attorneynotarylawyer

9. What does "right" mean?

Something a person is legally entitled to.To act according to a rule or law.Something a person is legally required to do.

10. Which term matches: "Failure to fulfil an obligation."

obligationbreachliable

11. When must rent be paid?

Every two weeksOn the last dayOn the first day of each month

12. The Tenant ___ not keep pets without consent.

must toismay

13. What does "to file a claim" mean?

A court session where parties present arguments or evidence.A decision made by a court.To formally start a legal action.

14. Which term matches: "To ask a higher court to review a decision."

to settlehearingto appeal

15. What happens after the defendant is served?

The judge rules immediatelyThe case is closedThey have a term to respond

16. If you disagree with the ruling, you can ___.

settle downappealfile down

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