Supreme Court Cases
In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that segregation in public schools was unconstitutional, overturning the "separate but equal" doctrine.
Brown v. Board of Education
What does LSAT stand for?
Who is the president of EIU Pre-Law Society
Zoe Bowers
During police questioning, an individual asserts their right to remain silent until they have access to legal representation. However, the police arrest them for refusing to answer questions without a lawyer present. Which amendment does this violate?
Fifth Amendment - Protection against Self-Incrimination)
"I plead the fifth!!"
_____ is the happiest country on Earth
Finland
In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that the police must inform suspects of their rights before questioning them, leading to the famous Miranda warnings.
Miranda v. Arizona
How many sections are there on the LSAT
4
How many members are there on the executive board?
4
A police officer, suspecting a resident of illegal activity, enters the suspect's home without obtaining a warrant from a judge. The officer conducts a search of the premises, including personal belongings, without consent. Which Amendment does this violate?
The Fourth Amendment - Protection against Unreasonable Searches and Seizures
The longest anyone has held their breath underwater is over ____ minutes.
24.5 minutes.
This landmark case established the right to privacy as a fundamental constitutional right, particularly in the context of reproductive rights.
Roe v Wade
What is the average score on the LSAT?
151
How many "field trip" meetings have there been in the 2023-2024 academic year?
3
NIU Law School Visit, U of I Law School Fair, and Bates Law Firm Visit
During a public health crisis, the government restricts access to certain religious gatherings, citing concerns over the spread of disease, while allowing other secular gatherings to continue. Which amendment does this violate?
First Amendment - Freedom of Religion
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia (hi·puh·paa·tuh·muhn·strow·suh·skwipt·a·lee·ow·fow·bee·uh_)
is known as the phobia of ....
Long words
A case in which the Court held that compulsory exclusion of citizens during times of war is justified in order to reduce the risk of espionage.
Korematsu v. United States
Beginning in August 2024, which section will be eliminated from the LSAT?
Analytical Reasoning or Logic Games
What law school does EIU have a program with and what is the name of the program?
NIU, EIU's 3 + 3 Accelerated Law Degree
John, a resident of a small town, is acquitted of theft charges in a local court after a thorough trial where all evidence was presented. However, shortly after his acquittal, the state decides to reopen the case and charge John again with the same theft offense based on the same evidence. Which constitutional amendment does this scenario suggest is being violated?
The Fifth Amendment - Protection against double jeopardy, which prohibits individuals from being tried for the same offense twice after being acquitted.
What is the only letter that doesn’t appear in any American state name?
Q
In this case, the Supreme Court ruled that the government could not restrict an individual's right to possess firearms for self-defense in their home.
District of Columbia v. Heller
In what year was the LSAT first offered?
1948
PHI ALPHA DELTA
In a state legislature, lawmakers vote to increase their own salaries, granting themselves substantial pay raises without any public input or accountability. This decision comes at a time when many citizens are struggling financially, and there is widespread public outrage over what is perceived as self-serving behavior by elected officials. Which amendment does this scenario highlight as potentially being violated?
The Twenty-Seventh Amendment - Prohibition of laws varying the compensation for the services of Senators and Representatives.
What was the world’s shortest war?
The Anglo-Zambian War
It lasted less than 45 minutes. It was fought between the United Kingdom and the Zanzibar Sultanate in 1896 and was won by the British.