1. Discuss how the Western law affected the Pacific historically and what the challenges post-colonial independence were.

2. What distinguishes a 'judge from other 'adjudicators'?

3. Discuss the concept of 'separation of powers', its relationship to the system of 'checks and balances' and its purpose.

4. What is case law? Explain when case law will be 'binding', 'persuasive', or 'not relevant' to a current disputes.

5. Explain what is meant by the following terms:

a. Adopted law and Applied law.

b. Legislation.

c. Jurisprudence.

d. Jurisdiction.

e. Judicial Independence.