This lesson contains 27 slides, with interactive quizzes and text slides.
Lesson duration is: 120 min
Items in this lesson
Slide 1 - Slide
Learning objectives
This week you will learn more about the legal system in general and in the UK in particular. Besides, you will learn some typical English legal terms and other relevant vocabulary.
Slide 2 - Slide
Part 1 of 2
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Translate from English to Dutch
In the following slide are a number of legal terms.
Make a note (using pen and paper) of the Dutch translation for each word.
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Quashed -
i.e. -
referee -
admissible -
to impose -
pronouncing sentence -
are obliged -
on probation -
remission -
acquitted -
on remand -
Adversial -
Examining magistrate -
Proposition -
Defence -
Prosecution -
Society -
Prejudices -
Poaching -
Mistrial -
Conviction -
plaintiff -
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Now choose 5 of the words and make 5 sentences. E.g. She committed various crimes whilst on probation.
Slide 6 - Open question
Reading exercise
Slide 7 - Slide
Read the text in the following slides and then answer the questions.
Tip: Read the questions first.
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1. Which courts does one distinguish in the UK and what can you tell about them? Think of the number of courts; where can you find them; how many cases do they deal with per year; what punishments do they generally impose, etc.
Slide 10 - Open question
2. How many members of the jury must agree in order to reach a verdict?
Slide 11 - Open question
Part 2 of 2
Slide 12 - Slide
Translate from English to Dutch
In the following slide are a number of legal terms.
Make a note (using pen and paper) of the Dutch translation for each word.
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To be articled to -
Established firms -
Oxbridge -
Call to the bar -
Attendance requirement -
To sit exams -
Rarefied -
Eloquence -
Archaic gown -
To emphasize -
Occupation -
Interference -
Inability -
To comprehend
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Now choose 5 of the words and make 5 sentences. E.g. I am only looking for employment with established firms.
Slide 15 - Open question
Reading exercise
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Read the text in the following slides and then answer the questions.
Tip: Read the questions first.
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1. Explain the difference between solicitor and barrister.
Slide 19 - Open question
2. What is meant by “take silk”?
Slide 20 - Open question
3. Can anyone become a judge in Britain and can a judge be fired?
Slide 21 - Open question
4. What is the big issue with judges in Britain?
Slide 22 - Open question
5. What are the main differences between the legal system in the UK and in the Netherlands? Could you indicate what are the strengths and weaknesses of both systems?
Slide 23 - Open question
6. What’s your opinion on punishing in the Netherlands? Are punishments too harsh or too lenient? Are there any alternative forms of punishment you would prefer?