Question 1: Define the term 'rights' in the context of UK law.

Answer: Rights are entitlements or freedoms that individuals have, which are protected by law to ensure fair treatment and personal freedom.

Question 2: Name two rights protected by the Human Rights Act 1998.

Answer: The right to a fair trial and the right to freedom of expression.

Question 3: Explain the difference between a legal right and a moral right.

Answer: A legal right is protected and enforced by law, while a moral right is based on personal or societal morals and may not be legally enforceable.

Question 4: Identify a situation where a person's right to privacy might conflict with the interests of the public.

Answer: A situation could be when authorities monitor phone calls or internet activity to prevent crime, which might infringe on an individual's right to privacy.

Question 5: Describe the process by which a new law that protects citizens' rights might be created in the UK.

Answer: A proposal for a new law (bill) is drafted and debated in Parliament. It must be approved by both Houses and receive Royal Assent from the monarch before becoming law.

Question 6: Sketch a flowchart illustrating the steps involved in passing a new law in the UK Parliament.

Answer: A flowchart with steps: Proposal/Proposal Draft → First Reading → Second Reading → Committee Stage → Report Stage → Third Reading → Both Houses approve → Royal Assent → Law enacted.

Question 7: Explain why it is important for citizens to know their legal rights.

Answer: Knowing their rights helps citizens to protect themselves from unfair treatment, understand their freedoms, and seek justice when needed.

Question 8: Identify one example of a legal right that can be limited or restricted, and explain why this might happen.

Answer: The right to free movement can be restricted during a public health emergency, such as a pandemic, to prevent the spread of disease.

Question 9: Discuss how the law balances individual rights with the needs of society.

Answer: The law aims to protect individual rights while also ensuring the safety and well-being of society. Restrictions on rights are often justified if they prevent harm or maintain order, such as laws against violence or theft.

Question 10: Draw a simple diagram showing the relationship between citizens, the law, and the government in protecting rights. Label each component clearly.

Answer: A diagram with three boxes: Citizens, Law, and Government. Arrows should show that citizens are protected by the law, and the government creates and enforces laws to uphold citizens' rights.