Question

10. In ruling on a motion for summary judgment

a. no evidence outside the pleadings may be considered by the judge.

b. the judge may consider evidence outside the pleadings.

c. the judge may reverse the burden of proof.

d. the judge may first consult the jury.

11. Initial pleadings in a lawsuit consist of

a. complaint and motions such as a motion to dismiss.

b. summons (service of process).

c. complaint and answer

d. requests for admissions and objections to same (if any).

12. The right to trial by jury

a. exists in all cases.

b. depends entirely on a state’s constitution.

c. cannot be waived.

d. exists in certain cases.

13. The U.S. Constitution

a. established a federal form of government.

b. established a unitary form of government.

c. established an imperial form of government.

d. can be amended only with the consent of all states in existence at the time of the amendment.

Answer 1

Part 10

Answer is option B

b. the judge may consider evidence outside the pleadings.

The evidence outside the pleadings may include the sworn statements by parties or witnesses and documents

Part 11

Answer is option C

c. complaint and answer

Pleadings are documents stating the basic position of the parties and are filled with the court.

Part 12

Answer is option D

d. exists in certain cases.

It exists for serious offenses but not for petty offenses

Part 13

Answer is option A

a. established a federal form of government.

according to this federal system, every government level has sovereignty in some particular section in one hand and shares powers in other sections on the other hand.