Question 1

Which paradigm of law views legal rules as dynamic and shaped by ongoing social interactions, rather than just codified statutes?

Accepted Answer

Public Interactions paradigm

Question 2

According to the functionalist paradigm, what is the primary function of law in society?

Accepted Answer

To maintain social order and stability by enforcing shared norms

Question 3

Scenario 3 describes an employee eating snacks without paying, despite signing a statement to pay for what he eats. Which paradigm would most likely critique this situation as a result of normalized workplace culture rather than individual deviance?

Accepted Answer

Public Interactions paradigm

Question 4

Which of the following best describes the conflict paradigm’s view of law?

Accepted Answer

Law is an instrument used by the powerful to maintain their dominance

Question 5

The legalization of cannabis in Canada in 2018 is an example of which concept in justice studies?

Accepted Answer

Law reform responding to changing social values

Question 6

Which paradigm would most likely analyze Bill 21 in Quebec (banning religious symbols in public sector jobs) as perpetuating social inequality?

Accepted Answer

Conflict paradigm

Question 7

Which paradigm emphasizes the importance of Indigenous worldviews and legal traditions in understanding justice?

Accepted Answer

Indigenous paradigm

Question 8

Therapeutic jurisprudence, as coined by Professors Wexler and Winick, is best described as:

Accepted Answer

An interdisciplinary approach aiming to improve the psychological well-being of those involved in legal processes

Question 9

In Scenario 5, pencils are taken from a company and given to children in a poor neighborhood. Which paradigm would most likely justify this act as addressing social inequality?

Accepted Answer

Conflict paradigm

Question 10

Which paradigm is most likely to critique the law for being written primarily by men and not considering women’s perspectives?

Accepted Answer

Feminist paradigm

Question 11

Which concept is illustrated by the legalization of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAID) in Canada in 2016?

Accepted Answer

Law adapting to evolving moral and ethical standards

Question 12

Which paradigm would most likely view the use of colonial law as perpetuating violence and injustice in Indigenous communities?

Accepted Answer

Colonized paradigm

Question 13

Scenario 4 involves an employee misreporting a personal phone call as a business expense. Which paradigm would most likely focus on the literal violation of company policy?

Accepted Answer

Functionalist paradigm

Question 14

Which paradigm is most likely to analyze how law responds to the needs of marginalized groups, such as Indigenous peoples in Alberta?

Accepted Answer

Public Interactions paradigm

Question 15

Which of the following is a key criticism of the functionalist paradigm?

Accepted Answer

It fails to recognize social inequality and power differences

Question 16

Which paradigm would most likely view law as a utopian tool for social change, rather than a realistic reflection of current society?

Accepted Answer

Idealistic alternative paradigm

Question 17

If a law is reformed to better support the psychological well-being of accused persons, which concept is being applied?

Accepted Answer

Therapeutic jurisprudence

Question 18

Which paradigm would most likely analyze the impact of law on the lived experiences of women, especially regarding domestic violence?

Accepted Answer

Feminist paradigm

Question 19

Scenario 2 involves correcting a payroll error. Which paradigm would most likely focus on the ethical intention behind Adam’s action?

Accepted Answer

Public Interactions paradigm

Question 20

Which paradigm is most likely to critique the law for failing to address the needs of those who are economically disadvantaged?

Accepted Answer

Conflict paradigm

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