Under the Common Law as Well as Most Statutes, __________

question 39

Multiple Choice

Under the common law as well as most statutes, __________ is larceny with the additional elements that the property is taken from the victim or in the immediate presence of the victim and the act is accomplished through either force or threat of force.

• A)burglary
• B)extortion
• C)bribery
• D)robbery

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Definitions:

1968 Civil Rights Act

Also known as the Fair Housing Act, it prohibits discrimination concerned with the sale, rental, and financing of housing based on race, religion, national origin, and sex.

Urban Uprisings

Spontaneous, large-scale protests or riots, often occurring in cities, sparked by grievances or perceived injustices, particularly those involving race and poverty.

John F. Kennedy

The 35th president of the United States, serving from 1961 until his assassination in 1963, known for his charismatic leadership and progressive policies.

Martin Luther King, Jr.

An influential American civil rights leader known for his advocacy for nonviolent resistance and his pivotal role in the American civil rights movement.