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Q1When questions concerning acts of state such as defence and foreign affairs arise in the adjudication of cases, from whom should the courts of the HKSAR obtain a certificate on questions of fact concerning such acts?

The Chief Justice of the Court of Final Appeal
The Chief Executive
The President of the Legislative Council
Q1 The Chairman of the Committee for the Basic Law

Q2Which of the following statements about the legal tender of the HKSAR is incorrect?

The Hong Kong dollar is the legal tender in Hong Kong.
The issue of Hong Kong currency must be backed by a 90 percent reserve fund.
The system regarding the issue of Hong Kong currency shall be prescribed by law.
The HKSAR Government may authorize designated banks to issue Hong Kong currency.

Q3On which date was the Joint Declaration on the Question of Hong Kong signed by the Chinese and British Governments?

13 March 1982
19 December 1984
20 September 1980
10 June 1992

Q4Which of the following is not a power or function of the Chief Executive of the HKSAR?

To call special sessions during the recess of the Legislative Council
To decide on government policies and to issue executive orders
To appoint or remove holders of public office in accordance with legal procedures
To handle petitions and complaints

Q5Which of the following statements regarding the power of amendment to the Basic Law is true?

The power of amendment shall be vested in the Court of Final Appeal.
The Chief Executive has the power to reject amendments.
The Legislative Council has the final power of amendment.
The State Council has the power to propose bills for amendments.