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• Which principle is embodied in the phrase “the punishment should fit the crime” as reflected in the Code of Hammurabi?

  Restorative justice

  Retributive justice

  Distributive justice

  Procedural justice

  multiple choiceenDifficulty: 6/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The phrase embodies retributive justice, which emphasizes that the punishment should be proportionate to the offense committed. This principle is central to the Code of Hammurabi, where many laws specify exact punishments for specific crimes.
• Which civilization is credited with the creation of the Code of Hammurabi?

  Babylonian civilization

  Ancient Egyptian civilization

  Roman civilization

  Indus Valley civilization

  multiple choiceenDifficulty: 2/10By: The Adminancient historylaw

  The Code of Hammurabi was created by the Babylonian civilization during the reign of King Hammurabi around 1754 BC, marking a significant advancement in legal systems. It is not associated with the other civilizations mentioned.
• What was a significant aspect of the Code of Hammurabi in terms of social classes?

  It treated all social classes equally

  It established different punishments based on social class

  It eliminated social classes entirely

  It allowed slaves to vote on laws

  multiple choiceenDifficulty: 6/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The Code of Hammurabi established different punishments based on social class, demonstrating that the legal system was not uniform for all citizens. This distinction reflects the social hierarchy of ancient Mesopotamia.
• The Code of Hammurabi was one of the first written legal codes in history.

  True

  False

  true falseenDifficulty: 2/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The Code of Hammurabi is widely recognized as one of the earliest examples of a written legal code, dating back to around 1754 BC. This marked a significant advancement in the administration of justice.
• The Code of Hammurabi established the principle of 'an eye for an eye'.

  True

  False

  true falseenDifficulty: 3/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The phrase 'an eye for an eye' is often associated with the Code of Hammurabi, reflecting its emphasis on proportional justice. This principle illustrates the harsh nature of the punishments prescribed in the code.
• The Code of Hammurabi was primarily focused on criminal law.

  True

  False

  true falseenDifficulty: 4/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  While the Code of Hammurabi included provisions for criminal law, it was equally focused on civil law, including property rights and family relations. This dual focus makes it a comprehensive legal code.
• What methods did the Code of Hammurabi use to reinforce its laws?

  Public display of the laws

  Judicial trials by jury

  Severe punishments for transgressions

  Community involvement in law-making

  multi selectenDifficulty: 7/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The Code was publicly displayed to ensure all citizens were aware of the laws. It enforced severe punishments to deter crime, but it did not involve jury trials or community participation in creating the laws.
• Which aspects of society did the Code of Hammurabi address?

  Property rights

  Family relations

  Religious rituals

  Trade and commerce

  multi selectenDifficulty: 6/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The Code of Hammurabi covered various societal aspects, including property rights, family relations, and trade and commerce. However, it did not specifically regulate religious rituals.
• Which of the following are key features of the Code of Hammurabi?

  It established a system of strict justice

  It included provisions for civil law

  It abolished all forms of slavery

  It emphasized the principle of 'an eye for an eye'

  multi selectenDifficulty: 5/10By: The Adminlawancient history

  The Code of Hammurabi is known for its strict justice system and civil law provisions. The phrase 'an eye for an eye' reflects its focus on proportional punishment. However, it did not abolish slavery, which was a prevalent institution at that time.
• During World War II, which group fled to Spain for refuge?

  Jewish people

  French Resistance fighters

  Italian partisans

  British soldiers

  multiple choiceenDifficulty: 6/10By: The Adminspainworld war ii

  Many Jewish refugees fleeing the Holocaust sought refuge in Spain during World War II, despite the country's complicated stance regarding their entry and treatment.