Which of the Following Are Defenses to an Action for Libel

question 31

Multiple Choice

Which of the following are defenses to an action for libel brought by a public figure in the United Kingdom regarding a statement made in the United Kingdom?

• A) Only that the statements were true.
• B) Only that the statements were made in Parliament.
• C) Only that the statements were made in court.
• D) That the statements were made in Parliament or court.
• E) That the statements were true, that the statements were made in Parliament, or that the statements were made in court.

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Definitions:

Cooing

The early vocalization of infants, consisting of soft, murmuring sounds, particularly when content or as an early form of communication.

Holophrase

A single word that is used to express a complete, meaningful thought.

Whole Thought

A complete or comprehensive thought that encapsulates a fully formed idea or concept.

Object Permanence

The understanding that objects continue to exist even when they cannot be observed (seen, heard, touched, smelled, or sensed in any way).