Question

Match the following:

Lee V. Knapp	Literal Rule
Smith V. Hughes	Ejusdem Generis
Grey V. Pearson	Golden Rule
Clark V. Gaskarth	Mischief Rule

• A. A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4
• B. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2
• C. A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4
• D. A-1, B-3, C-2, D-4

Answer 1

Answer:

B. A-3, B-4, C-1, D-2

The mischief rule is one of three rules of statutory interpretation traditionally applied by English courts, the other two being the "plain meaning rule" and the "golden rule".