PAR1501 EXAM PACK 2023

PAR1501
EXAM PACK




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, SECTION A

This section consists of multiple-choice questions. Choose only ONE correct answer for each question.

QUESTION 1

Complete the sentence by filling in the CORRECT statement:

A paralegal ____________

1. has a law degree.

2. is a legal professional.

3. has informal legal training.

4. specialises in court work.

QUESTION 2

Indicate the CORRECT statement:

The following is true of the definition of a paralegal:

1. The term paralegal has a uniform definition contained in the African Charter.

2. The term paralegal is comprehensively defined in the South African Constitution.

3. The definition of the term paralegal can be deduced from current South African legislation.

4. There is no agreement on what a paralegal is and thus no universally accepted definition of the term
exists.

QUESTION 3

Indicate the CORRECT statement:

Paralegals play an important role in society because they

1. specialise in court work just like advocates.

2. are less expensive than legal professionals.

3. resolve disputes through formal legal procedures.

4. have the right to appear in the High Court.

QUESTION 4

Indicate the CORRECT statement: