Bar Professional Training Course Assessment Test

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Bar Professional Training Course Assessment Test - Quiz

The Bar Professional Training Course, or BPTC, is a course which permits law graduates to be named and hone as barristers in England and Wales. Take this quiz to find out more.

Questions and Answers

1.

The Bar Professional Training Course was previously known as the...
- A.
  
  Bar Professional Course
- B.
  
  Bar Training Course
- C.
  
  Bar Vocational Course
- D.
  
  Bar Qualifications Course
Correct Answer
C. Bar Vocational Course

Explanation
The correct answer is Bar Vocational Course. The Bar Professional Training Course (BPTC) was previously known as the Bar Vocational Course (BVC). This course is a professional qualification required by individuals who wish to become barristers in England and Wales. It provides practical training and skills necessary for a career at the Bar, including advocacy, legal research, and drafting. The name change from BVC to BPTC reflects the evolving nature of legal education and the profession.

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2.

The course is taken by...
- A.
  
  Postgraduates
- B.
  
  Undergraduates
- C.
  
  Majors
- D.
  
  PhD Candidates
Correct Answer
A. Postgraduates

Explanation
The course is specifically designed for individuals who have already completed their undergraduate studies and are pursuing further education at a higher level. Postgraduates refers to students who have already obtained a bachelor's degree and are now enrolled in a master's or doctoral program. Therefore, it can be inferred that the course is intended for postgraduate students rather than undergraduates, majors, or PhD candidates.

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3.

Professional training course is to be offered by graduates of...
- A.
  
  Law (General)
- B.
  
  Property Law Nursing
- C.
  
  Criminal Law
- D.
  
  Labour Law
Correct Answer
A. Law (General)

Explanation
The correct answer is Law (General) because graduates of Law (General) have a comprehensive understanding of various legal areas, including Property Law, Criminal Law, and Labour Law. They have received a broad education and training in all aspects of law, making them qualified to offer a professional training course that covers different legal subjects.

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4.

The course is practised by barristers in...
- A.
  
  Turkey
- B.
  
  America
- C.
  
  Wales
- D.
  
  Tanzania
Correct Answer
C. Wales

Explanation
The course mentioned in the question is practiced by barristers in Wales.

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5.

How many institutes run the course?
- A.
  
  13
- B.
  
  3
- C.
  
  15
- D.
  
  20
Correct Answer
A. 13

Explanation
There are a total of 13 institutes that run the course.

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6.

How many prestigious inns of court runs the course?
- A.
  
  5
- B.
  
  8
- C.
  
  4
- D.
  
  10
Correct Answer
C. 4

Explanation
The question is asking how many prestigious inns of court run the course. The correct answer is 4. This means that there are four prestigious inns of court that offer the course.

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7.

How many stages are involved in this legal education?
- A.
  
  3
- B.
  
  4
- C.
  
  7
- D.
  
  6
Correct Answer
A. 3

Explanation
There are three stages involved in legal education. This suggests that the process of acquiring legal knowledge and skills can be divided into three distinct phases.

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8.

Which of these is not one of the major stages involved?
- A.
  
  The practical stage
- B.
  
  The vocational stage
- C.
  
  The academic stage
- D.
  
  The health stage
Correct Answer
A. The practical stage

Explanation
The question asks for a stage that is not one of the major stages involved. The three options provided, vocational stage, academic stage, and health stage, are commonly recognized stages in various fields of study and development. However, the practical stage is not typically considered one of the major stages. It is possible that the practical stage refers to the application or implementation phase, which is often considered an integral part of the major stages but not explicitly mentioned as a separate stage.

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9.

The vocational stage involves how many qualifying sessions?
- A.
  
  12
- B.
  
  8
- C.
  
  15
- D.
  
  10
Correct Answer
A. 12

Explanation
The vocational stage involves 12 qualifying sessions.

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10.

The institutes and inns of court that run the course are collectively called....
- A.
  
  Legal school
- B.
  
  Court school
- C.
  
  Bar school
- D.
  
  Justice school
Correct Answer
C. Bar school

Explanation
The correct answer is "Bar school". The term "bar" refers to the legal profession and the process of becoming a qualified lawyer. In many countries, including the United Kingdom, individuals must complete a course of study and training at a bar school in order to be called to the bar and practice law. This term is commonly used to refer to the institutes and inns of court that offer these courses and training programs for aspiring lawyers.

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