Understanding Law and Justice: Exploring the Roots and Concepts
Explore the roots of "jur," "jus," and "jud" that signify law and justice. Learn about perjury, judge, jurisdiction, jurist, and jury—key elements in the legal system. Unveil the significance of these terms in shaping societies and upholding justice.
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Word List: jur, jus, jud law; justice
What are the roots that mean law or justice?
the roots that jur, jus, and jud
What is the word that names the illegal action you commit when you lie under oath?
perjury to break the law by lying; to break a formal promise; to break an oath
What is the word that names the person who settles a controversy or decides on a winner?
judge a person chosen to interpret laws, decide on a winner, or settle a controversy
What is the word that describes the region or area of land that is controlled by specific rules and laws that must be followed in that area?
jurisdiction the territory or land in which justice and laws are administered and followed
What is the word that names an expert in law?
jurist an expert in law
What is the word that names the group of people who listen to both sides of a legal battle and decide on whether someone is guilty or innocent?
jury a group of people sworn to abide by the laws to determine the truth
What is the word that describes what you do when you offer excuses or reasons for your behavior?
justify to prove; to offer
What is the word that means fairness or rightfulness?
justice fairness; rightfulness
What is the word that describes what someone does when he gives up his legal rights?
abjure to give up right; to recant
What is the word that describes what a decision is if it truly is fair?
just lawful; fair
What is the word that names a fact that is offered to prove that what someone says is indeed the truth?
justification the fact that is said to prove that something is true
