Master Torts Law: Online Quizzes and Learning Resources

Question 1

Which element is NOT required to establish a claim for negligence?

Accepted Answer

Assumption of risk

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 2

In determining liability in a negligence case, which element is NOT considered?

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Intention

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 3

Which element is not essential in establishing the tort of negligence?

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Malicious intent

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 4

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of a negligence claim?

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Act of God

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 5

In the law of negligence, which principle requires individuals to anticipate the potential outcomes of their actions?

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Foreseeability

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Due Care

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Causation

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Contributory Negligence

Question 6

Which element is NOT required to establish liability in negligence?

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Intent to harm

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 7

Which of the following is NOT an essential element to prove negligence liability?

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Contributory negligence

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Existence of a duty of care

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Breach of duty of care

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Causation between breach and injury

Question 8

Which element is NOT required to establish negligence liability?

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Foreseeability of harm

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 9

Which of the following is NOT a fundamental element of negligence?

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Remote consequence

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Duty of care

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Causation

Question 10

Which of the following is NOT a common law defense to a negligence claim?

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Statute of limitations

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Contributory negligence

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Volenti non fit injuria

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Assumption of risk

Question 11

In the law of negligence, 'proximate cause' refers to:

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The cause most closely linked and reasonably foreseeable as a result of negligence, leading to harm.

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The main factor contributing to the plaintiff's injuries.

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The event directly preceding the plaintiff's harm.

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The cause the defendant intended to result in harm.

Question 12

In determining the existence of a duty of care in negligence, which factor is generally disregarded?

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Societal benefit of the defendant's actions

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Predictability of harm

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Closeness of the defendant to the plaintiff

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Connection between the defendant and the plaintiff

Question 13

In the context of contributory negligence, when is a plaintiff's conduct considered to have contributed to their own injuries?

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When the plaintiff's conduct was a major factor in causing the accident or injury and the defendant was also negligent.

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When the plaintiff's conduct was a minor factor in causing the accident or injury.

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When the plaintiff's conduct was the sole cause of the accident or injury.

Question 14

In negligence law, which element links the plaintiff's injury to the defendant's actions?

Accepted Answer

Causation

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Duty of care

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Damages

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Intention

Question 15

In the law of negligence, what is the primary legal responsibility a defendant has towards a plaintiff?

Accepted Answer

To exercise reasonable care and prevent harm to others.

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To offer protection and assistance to those in need.

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To compensate for any harm caused by their actions or omissions.

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To comply with all laws and regulations.

Question 16

In the law of torts, which of the following is a key element of negligence?

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Failure to exercise reasonable care, resulting in harm

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Intentional conduct causing harm

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Strict liability for harm caused

Question 17

Which of the following is NOT an essential element in establishing negligence?

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Contributory negligence

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 18

In a negligence lawsuit, which damage category compensates the plaintiff for their pain, suffering, emotional distress, and loss of enjoyment of life?

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General Damages

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Nominal Damages

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Special Damages

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Consequential Damages

Question 19

In cases involving contributory negligence, what primary factor influences the plaintiff's ability to recover damages from the defendant?

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The extent to which the plaintiff's conduct caused the harm suffered

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The defendant's admission of liability

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The severity of the plaintiff's injuries

Question 20

In an action for negligence, which type of damages is typically not awarded?

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Punitive damages

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Compensatory damages

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Nominal damages

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Consequential damages

Question 21

In the context of vicarious liability, what is the main reason an employer can be held responsible for the negligent actions or omissions of their employees?

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The employer's control over the employee's activities.

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The employee's intent to harm a third party.

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The employee's awareness of potential risks associated with their work.

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The employer's financial resources and ability to compensate victims.

Question 22

In negligence law, which element establishes a legal connection between parties, requiring them to act reasonably towards each other?

Accepted Answer

Duty of care

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Proximate cause

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Foreseeability of harm

Question 23

Under what conditions can an employer be held legally responsible for the negligent actions or omissions of their employees?

Accepted Answer

When the employee was acting within the scope of their employment and pursuant to their employer's instructions.

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When the employee's actions were taken outside the course and scope of their employment.

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When the employee's negligence was gross and willful.

Question 24

In the tort of negligence, which legal principle determines the extent to which a defendant is held accountable for the harmful outcomes of their actions?

Accepted Answer

The 'proximate cause' rule

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The 'eggshell skull' rule

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The 'volenti non fit injuria' principle

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The 'but-for' test

Question 25

Which of the following is NOT an essential element to establish liability in negligence?

Accepted Answer

Intent to harm

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 26

In personal injury cases, when is a plaintiff's conduct considered contributory negligence?

Accepted Answer

When the plaintiff's conduct falls below the standard of care expected of a reasonable person in similar circumstances and contributed to their injuries

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When the plaintiff's conduct is the sole cause of their injuries

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When the plaintiff's conduct was reasonably foreseeable by the defendant

Question 27

Which element is NOT required to establish negligence?

Accepted Answer

Intentional or deliberate conduct by the defendant that caused the plaintiff's harm

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Duty of care owed to the plaintiff by the defendant

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Breach of the duty of care by the defendant's actions or omissions

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Causation, proving the defendant's breach of duty directly caused the plaintiff's harm or injury

Question 28

In a negligence action, which of the following must the claimant prove to establish that the defendant breached their duty of care?

Accepted Answer

The defendant's conduct fell below the standard of care expected of a reasonable person in the circumstances.

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The defendant's actions directly resulted in the claimant's injuries.

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The defendant acted with willful or malicious intent to cause harm to the claimant.

Question 29

In the law of torts, which elements are essential to establish negligence?

Accepted Answer

Duty of care, breach of duty, causation, and damages

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Intent, foreseeability, contributory negligence, and assumption of risk

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Wrongful act, actual harm, and proximate cause

Question 30

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of negligence?

Accepted Answer

Vicarious liability

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 31

In the context of contributory negligence, when is a plaintiff most likely to be fully prevented from receiving compensation?

Accepted Answer

When the plaintiff's negligence was the primary cause of the accident.

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When the plaintiff's negligence contributed minimally to the accident.

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When the plaintiff was under the influence of alcohol at the time of the accident.

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When the plaintiff was wearing protective gear at the time of the accident.

Question 32

Which of the following is NOT an essential element of the tort of negligence in English law?

Accepted Answer

Malice

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 33

In English law, defamation is defined as:

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The publication of a false and malicious statement that injures a person's reputation

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The intentional infliction of emotional distress

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The negligent causing of physical harm

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The unauthorized entry onto another's property

Question 34

Which of the following is NOT a valid defense to the tort of nuisance under English law?

Accepted Answer

Contributory negligence

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Statutory authority

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Prescription

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Necessity

Question 35

Which of the following torts under English law protects a person's reputation?

Accepted Answer

Defamation

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Trespass to the person

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Negligence

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Nuisance

Question 36

In the landmark case of Donoghue v Stevenson, what was the legal principle established?

Accepted Answer

A manufacturer owes a duty of care to the ultimate consumer.

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Negligence is not actionable unless there is a contractual relationship.

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Remoteness of damage is not a defense to negligence.

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Causation must be proven in all negligence cases.

Question 37

Defamation is a tort that involves:

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False and malicious statements that harm someone's reputation

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Trespass to land

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Breach of contract

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Negligence

Question 38

Contributory negligence:

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Reduces the plaintiff's damages in proportion to their fault

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Completely bars recovery for the plaintiff

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Increases the defendant's liability for their own fault

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Has been abolished in the UK

Question 39

Which factor is NOT considered by courts when determining the remoteness of damage in negligence cases?

Accepted Answer

Causation

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Foreseeability

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Intervening acts

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Proximate cause

Question 40

Define 'vicarious liability' within the context of tort law.

Accepted Answer

When one person is held legally responsible for the actions of another

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When a plaintiff is partially at fault for their own injuries

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When a defendant is found to have acted intentionally and maliciously

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When a plaintiff is unable to prove the defendant's negligence

Question 41

According to the legal definition, what constitutes defamation?

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|Any statement that damages a person's reputation|

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Only statements made in writing

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Only statements made in public

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Statements that are true but cause harm

Question 42

What is the primary purpose of contributory negligence in tort law?

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|To reduce the plaintiff's damages|

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To dismiss the plaintiff's claim entirely

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To shift the burden of proof to the defendant

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To create a new cause of action against the plaintiff

Question 43

Which of the following is NOT a recognised type of remoteness of damage?

Accepted Answer

|Mitigation|

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Foreseeability

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Proximity

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Directness

Question 44

What is the significance of the 'but for' test in negligence?

Accepted Answer

|It determines whether the defendant's conduct caused the plaintiff's injury|

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It establishes the plaintiff's duty of care

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It sets the standard of care for the defendant

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It allocates liability between multiple defendants

Question 45

What is the primary distinction between trespass and nuisance?

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|Trespass requires direct physical interference, while nuisance does not|

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Nuisance requires proof of damage, while trespass does not

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Trespass is an intentional tort, while nuisance is a strict liability tort

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Nuisance is actionable only if it occurs on the plaintiff's land, while trespass is actionable anywhere

Question 46

What is the primary function of remoteness of damage in tort law?

Accepted Answer

|To limit the defendant's liability for reasonably foreseeable consequences|

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To shift the burden of proof to the plaintiff

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To create a new cause of action against the defendant

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To determine the standard of care for the defendant

Question 47

In defamation law, what is the 'fair comment' defense?

Accepted Answer

The statement was true and made in the public interest

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The statement was made without malice

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The statement was based on reasonable belief

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The statement was only made to a small number of people

Question 48

How does negligence differ from recklessness?

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Negligence involves a lack of reasonable care, while recklessness involves a conscious disregard of a substantial and unjustifiable risk

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Negligence is more serious than recklessness

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Recklessness is a type of negligence

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There is no difference between negligence and recklessness

Question 49

Which of the following is an example of a strict liability tort?

Accepted Answer

Rylands v Fletcher

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Defamation

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Trespass to land

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Negligence

Question 50

In a negligence case, who has the burden of proof?

Accepted Answer

The plaintiff must prove that the defendant breached their duty of care and caused their injuries

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The defendant must prove that they did not breach their duty of care or cause the plaintiff's injuries

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The burden of proof shifts depending on the specific circumstances of the case

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There is no burden of proof in a negligence case

Question 51

What is the key difference between direct and indirect interference with land?

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Direct interference involves physical damage to the land, while indirect interference affects the use and enjoyment of the land without causing physical damage

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Indirect interference is more serious than direct interference

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Direct interference is a type of indirect interference

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There is no difference between direct and indirect interference

Question 52

In negligence cases, how can expert witness testimony impact the case's outcome?

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Expert testimony can establish the relevant standard of care and the causal link between the defendant's actions and the plaintiff's injuries.

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Expert testimony is generally inadmissible in negligence cases.

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Expert testimony is solely used to calculate damages.

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Expert testimony automatically carries more weight than non-expert testimony.

Question 53

Which element is **not** required to establish liability for negligence?

Accepted Answer

Intention to cause harm

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 54

In the context of intentional torts, what is the distinction between intent and motive?

Accepted Answer

Intent refers to the desired outcome, while motive explains the reasons for acting.

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Intent and motive are synonymous, both describing the defendant's mental state.

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Motive holds more weight than intent in proving liability.

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Intent is irrelevant in intentional torts, as only actions matter.

Question 55

In which scenario is the defense of 'volenti non fit injuria' most likely to be successfully applied?

Accepted Answer

A race car driver who sustains injuries during an authorized race.

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A pedestrian who is hit by a car while crossing the street without checking both ways.

Question 56

Which element is missing from the tort of negligence?

Accepted Answer

Intent

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty

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Causation

Question 57

How does contributory negligence affect negligence claims in the UK?

Accepted Answer

It reduces damages.

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It is a complete defense.

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It is not a defense.

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It depends on specific events.

Question 58

Which of the following is NOT a type of nuisance?

Accepted Answer

Trespassing

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Public nuisance

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Statutory nuisance

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Private nuisance

Question 59

In a tort case, which of the following remedies is NOT typically awarded?

Accepted Answer

Life imprisonment

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Injunction

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Damages

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Specific performance

Question 60

Which of the following is a tort that protects an individual's reputation against false and damaging statements?

Accepted Answer

Defamation

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Negligence

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Nuisance

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Assault

Question 61

Which of the following is a tort that protects an individual's property rights against unlawful interference?

Accepted Answer

Trespass

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Defamation

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Negligence

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Nuisance

Question 62

Which of the following is a tort that protects an individual's right to enjoy their land or property without unreasonable interference?

Accepted Answer

Nuisance

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Negligence

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Trespass

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Defamation

Question 63

Which of the following is a tort that protects an individual's physical integrity against harmful or offensive conduct?

Accepted Answer

Assault

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Defamation

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Nuisance

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Negligence

Question 64

In the law of negligence, which of the following is NOT an essential element?

Accepted Answer

Intent

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Duty of care

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Breach of duty