CLA/CP Exam Evidence and Discovery 2

Question 1

The attorney-client privilege protects confidential communications between attorney and client made for what primary purpose?

Accepted Answer

Obtaining or providing legal advice

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Social or personal interaction

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Business negotiations with third parties

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Communicating with opposing counsel

Question 2

A motion in limine is typically filed to accomplish which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Exclude certain evidence before it is presented at trial

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Request a continuance of the trial date

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Dismiss the case before trial

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Compel the opposing party to respond to discovery

Question 3

Circumstantial evidence differs from direct evidence in that it requires which additional step by the fact-finder?

Accepted Answer

An inference must be drawn to connect it to the fact in issue

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It must be corroborated by at least one other witness

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It must be presented through an expert witness

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It must be reduced to writing and authenticated

Question 4

Under FRCP 36, if a party fails to respond to requests for admission within the prescribed time, what is the consequence?

Accepted Answer

The matters requested are deemed admitted

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The party must file a motion to extend time

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The party must provide verified denials

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The court schedules a hearing on the admissions

Question 5

The best evidence rule under FRE 1002 generally requires which of the following to prove the content of a writing?

Accepted Answer

The original document itself

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A certified copy authenticated by a notary

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Testimony from the author of the document

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Two independent witnesses to its contents

Question 6

Impeachment of a witness at trial is done primarily to accomplish which goal?

Accepted Answer

Challenge the witness's credibility or truthfulness

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Remove the witness from the courtroom permanently

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Compel the witness to testify more favorably

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Qualify the witness to offer expert opinions

Question 7

Chain of custody documentation is most critical when dealing with which type of evidence?

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Physical or tangible evidence

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Testimonial evidence from eyewitnesses

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Expert witness opinion testimony

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Business records submitted under FRE 803(6)