WGU D017 SCHOOL LAW QUESTIONS & ANSWERS 2026-2027 | L… EXAM
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WGU D017 School Law
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Comprehensive Review
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93 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 93 verified questions with correct answers provided, offering
comprehensive insights into school law. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding
key legal principles affecting education. Ideal for study, review, and certification
preparation, this guide ensures users can effectively grasp essential legal concepts in the
educational landscape.
CONTENTS
Due Process and Rights Q1–Q18
School Governance and Policy Q19–Q33
Landmark Supreme Court Cases Q34–Q49
Special Education Law Q50–Q62
Education Legislation Q63–Q76
Page 1
, Civil Rights and Discrimination Q77–Q87
Tort Law and Liability Q88–Q93
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 93
Due Process
CORRECT ANSWER
No evidence may be admitted when it is obtained through illegal methods
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 93
Morse v. Frederick - 2007
CORRECT ANSWER
School officials can prohibit students from displaying messages that promote illegal drug use
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 93
Brown II, 1995
CORRECT ANSWER
Outcome was to mandate to desegregate schools with all deliberate speed
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 93
New Jersey v. TLO - 1980
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
students may be searched without a warrant if there is "reasonable ground" for doing so.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 93
Civil Rights Act of 1964
CORRECT ANSWER
1964; banned discrimination in public accommodations, prohibited discrimination in any
federally assisted program, outlawed discrimination in most employment; enlarged federal
powers to protect voting rights and to speed school desegregation; this and the voting rights
act helped to give African-Americans equality on paper, and more federally-protected power
so that social equality was a more realistic goal
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 93
Lau v. Nichols (1974)
CORRECT ANSWER
If a substantial number of non-English speaking students reside in the district, the district must
provide for these students with classes in English.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 93
Equal Protection Clause
CORRECT ANSWER
14th amendment clause that prohibits states from denying equal protection under the law, and
has been used to combat discrimination
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 93
Negligence Tort Liability
Page 3
P R O F E S S I O N A L P R A C T I C E M AT E R I A L S
WGU D017 School Law
Questions & Answers
2026-2027 | Latest
Comprehensive Review
Verified Answers Exam Ready With Rationales
93 QUESTIONS
DOCUMENT OVERVIEW
This document contains 93 verified questions with correct answers provided, offering
comprehensive insights into school law. It serves as a valuable resource for understanding
key legal principles affecting education. Ideal for study, review, and certification
preparation, this guide ensures users can effectively grasp essential legal concepts in the
educational landscape.
CONTENTS
Due Process and Rights Q1–Q18
School Governance and Policy Q19–Q33
Landmark Supreme Court Cases Q34–Q49
Special Education Law Q50–Q62
Education Legislation Q63–Q76
Page 1
, Civil Rights and Discrimination Q77–Q87
Tort Law and Liability Q88–Q93
E XA M Q U EST I O N S
Q1 QUESTION 1 OF 93
Due Process
CORRECT ANSWER
No evidence may be admitted when it is obtained through illegal methods
Q2 QUESTION 2 OF 93
Morse v. Frederick - 2007
CORRECT ANSWER
School officials can prohibit students from displaying messages that promote illegal drug use
Q3 QUESTION 3 OF 93
Brown II, 1995
CORRECT ANSWER
Outcome was to mandate to desegregate schools with all deliberate speed
Q4 QUESTION 4 OF 93
New Jersey v. TLO - 1980
Page 2
, CORRECT ANSWER
students may be searched without a warrant if there is "reasonable ground" for doing so.
Q5 QUESTION 5 OF 93
Civil Rights Act of 1964
CORRECT ANSWER
1964; banned discrimination in public accommodations, prohibited discrimination in any
federally assisted program, outlawed discrimination in most employment; enlarged federal
powers to protect voting rights and to speed school desegregation; this and the voting rights
act helped to give African-Americans equality on paper, and more federally-protected power
so that social equality was a more realistic goal
Q6 QUESTION 6 OF 93
Lau v. Nichols (1974)
CORRECT ANSWER
If a substantial number of non-English speaking students reside in the district, the district must
provide for these students with classes in English.
Q7 QUESTION 7 OF 93
Equal Protection Clause
CORRECT ANSWER
14th amendment clause that prohibits states from denying equal protection under the law, and
has been used to combat discrimination
Q8 QUESTION 8 OF 93
Negligence Tort Liability
Page 3
