DEWIT'S FUNDAMENTAL CONCEPTS AND SKILLS
FOR NURSING, 6TH EDITION BY WILLIAMS |
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION BANK | PRACTICE
TEST QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS & RATIONALES
SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
(Questions 1 – 40)
Instructions: Choose the most appropriate answer from the options provided. Each
question carries 2 marks.
1. According to the TLI4801 module information, what is the primary purpose of the
portfolio examination?
A. To test theoretical knowledge of criminal procedure only
B. To assess whether students can reflect on holistic learning outcomes and apply
concepts practically
C. To evaluate students' ability to write a full legal dissertation
D. To serve as a substitute for all formative assignments
Answer: B
2. In TLI4801, what percentage of the final mark is contributed by the portfolio
examination?
,A. 40%
B. 50%
C. 60%
D. 70%
Answer: C
3. What is the total percentage contribution of the two compulsory formative assignments
in TLI4801?
A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Answer: C
4. Which of the following is NOT a type of summons used in South African civil procedure
as covered in TLI4801?
A. Simple summons
B. Combined summons
C. Provisional sentence summons
D. Default summons
Answer: D
,5. According to the Uniform Rules of Court, which rule provides guidance on the structure
and content of particulars of claim?
A. Rule 17
B. Rule 18
C. Rule 19
D. Rule 20
Answer: B
6. During opening statements, the primary purpose of counsel is to:
A. Present evidence and call witnesses to testify under oath
B. Outline the facts that will be proven and establish credibility with the trier of fact
C. Cross-examine the opposing party's witnesses on preliminary matters
D. Submit written submissions summarizing legal authorities
Answer: B
7. Which of the following BEST describes the 'loopback' technique in cross-examination?
A. Re-asking a question the witness has already answered
B. Using the witness's own prior testimony to challenge a current answer
C. Requesting an adjournment to investigate inconsistencies
D. Objecting to leading questions posed by opposing counsel
, Answer: B
8. The principle of 'opening the door' in evidence law means:
A. Introducing evidence for the first time at trial without pretrial disclosure
B. A party who introduces a topic permits the opposing party to explore that topic more
broadly
C. An expert witness may give opinion evidence beyond their disclosed report
D. A witness can be recalled to testify after being dismissed
Answer: B
9. A simple summons is appropriate when:
A. The claim is based on a liquidated amount that is certain and ascertainable
B. The claim involves multiple defendants
C. The claim requires extensive factual investigation
D. The claim involves a dispute of fact requiring oral evidence
Answer: A
10. In terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, legal practitioners are required to:
A. Complete community service as prescribed by the Minister
B. Practice exclusively in either civil or criminal law
FOR NURSING, 6TH EDITION BY WILLIAMS |
COMPREHENSIVE EXAMINATION BANK | PRACTICE
TEST QUESTIONS WITH ANSWERS & RATIONALES
SECTION A: MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTIONS
(Questions 1 – 40)
Instructions: Choose the most appropriate answer from the options provided. Each
question carries 2 marks.
1. According to the TLI4801 module information, what is the primary purpose of the
portfolio examination?
A. To test theoretical knowledge of criminal procedure only
B. To assess whether students can reflect on holistic learning outcomes and apply
concepts practically
C. To evaluate students' ability to write a full legal dissertation
D. To serve as a substitute for all formative assignments
Answer: B
2. In TLI4801, what percentage of the final mark is contributed by the portfolio
examination?
,A. 40%
B. 50%
C. 60%
D. 70%
Answer: C
3. What is the total percentage contribution of the two compulsory formative assignments
in TLI4801?
A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Answer: C
4. Which of the following is NOT a type of summons used in South African civil procedure
as covered in TLI4801?
A. Simple summons
B. Combined summons
C. Provisional sentence summons
D. Default summons
Answer: D
,5. According to the Uniform Rules of Court, which rule provides guidance on the structure
and content of particulars of claim?
A. Rule 17
B. Rule 18
C. Rule 19
D. Rule 20
Answer: B
6. During opening statements, the primary purpose of counsel is to:
A. Present evidence and call witnesses to testify under oath
B. Outline the facts that will be proven and establish credibility with the trier of fact
C. Cross-examine the opposing party's witnesses on preliminary matters
D. Submit written submissions summarizing legal authorities
Answer: B
7. Which of the following BEST describes the 'loopback' technique in cross-examination?
A. Re-asking a question the witness has already answered
B. Using the witness's own prior testimony to challenge a current answer
C. Requesting an adjournment to investigate inconsistencies
D. Objecting to leading questions posed by opposing counsel
, Answer: B
8. The principle of 'opening the door' in evidence law means:
A. Introducing evidence for the first time at trial without pretrial disclosure
B. A party who introduces a topic permits the opposing party to explore that topic more
broadly
C. An expert witness may give opinion evidence beyond their disclosed report
D. A witness can be recalled to testify after being dismissed
Answer: B
9. A simple summons is appropriate when:
A. The claim is based on a liquidated amount that is certain and ascertainable
B. The claim involves multiple defendants
C. The claim requires extensive factual investigation
D. The claim involves a dispute of fact requiring oral evidence
Answer: A
10. In terms of the Legal Practice Act 28 of 2014, legal practitioners are required to:
A. Complete community service as prescribed by the Minister
B. Practice exclusively in either civil or criminal law
