Multiple choice

Question 1 

Mistake of the law is an absolute defense. 

a. True 

b. False 

Question 2

Most courts, in a defense based on duress, require which of the following 

a. a threat of death or serious bodily harm usually to the Defendant himself 

b. severe depression 

c. loss of employment 

d. none of the above 

Question 3 

Necessity differs from duress in that 

a. defendant’s conduct is usually precipitated by natural forces rather than human forces 

b. defendant’s conduct is based on a compulsion 

c. defendant’s actions are based on human forces rather than natural forces 

d. none of the above 

Question 4 

Strict Liability and Vicarious Liability are examples of 

a. Liability without Fault 

b. Felonies 

c. Misdemeanors 

d. Crimes justified by the 8th Amendment of the US Constitution