Which of the Following Statements Is True of Nominal Damages

question 35

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements is true of nominal damages?

• A) They are also known as compensatory damages.
• B) Only damages above $1,000 can qualify as nominal damages.
• C) Most courts favor nominal damages lawsuits.
• D) Cases involving nominal damages are usually brought on principle.

---

Definitions:

Chesapeake Colonies

A group of English colonies situated around the Chesapeake Bay, notably Virginia and Maryland, established in the 17th century.

White Colonists

Refers to European settlers in the New World, primarily from England, France, Spain, and the Netherlands, who established colonies in the Americas from the late 15th century onwards.

Indentures

Legal documents or contracts that bind one party to work for another for a specified period, often used historically for apprenticeships or servitude.

Surnames

The family or last names inherited from one’s parents or ancestors, typically used as a means of identification.