This test is designed to help you prepare for the National Court Reporters Association (NCRA) certification exam.
It consists of 50 multiple-choice questions covering a range of topics, including legal terminology, court procedures, grammar, punctuation, and transcription skills.
Use this practice test to assess your knowledge, identify areas for improvement, and build confidence for the actual exam.
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Question 1 |
What is the primary role of a court reporter?
To provide legal advice | |
To create a verbatim record of legal proceedings | |
To enforce court rulings | |
To assist judges in making decisions |
Question 2 |
Which of the following is NOT a type of court reporting?
Stenography | |
Voice writing | |
Digital reporting | |
Jury consulting |
Question 3 |
What does "voir dire" refer to in a legal context?
Jury selection process | |
A type of evidence | |
A court order | |
A legal brief |
Question 4 |
Which punctuation mark is used to indicate a pause in speech?
Period | |
Comma | |
Semicolon | |
Colon |
Question 5 |
What is the standard format for a legal transcript?
Single-spaced, 12-point font | |
Double-spaced, 10-point font | |
Single-spaced, 10-point font | |
Double-spaced, 12-point font |
Question 6 |
What does "pro se" mean?
Representing oneself in court | |
A type of legal document | |
A court reporter's certification | |
A jury verdict |
Question 7 |
Which of the following is a synonym for "deposition"?
Trial | |
Testimony | |
Subpoena | |
Affidavit |
Question 8 |
What is the purpose of a steno machine?
To record audio | |
b) To type shorthand symbols | |
To print legal documents | |
To transcribe voice recordings |
Question 9 |
Which of the following is NOT a required skill for court reporters?
Fast typing speed | |
Knowledge of legal terminology | |
Ability to interpret laws | |
Attention to detail |
Question 10 |
What is the term for a written record of court proceedings?
Affidavit | |
Transcript | |
Subpoena | |
Indictment |
Question 11 |
Which of the following is an example of a homophone?
Their/there | |
Run/jog | |
Happy/joyful | |
Big/small |
Question 12 |
What does "in camera" mean in a legal context?
In the judge's chambers | |
In front of the jury | |
In the courtroom | |
In the presence of the media |
Question 13 |
Which of the following is a common certification for court reporters?
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CPA (Certified Public Accountant) | |
RN (Registered Nurse) | |
PMP (Project Management Professional) |
Question 14 |
What is the purpose of a subpoena?
To request evidence | |
To order someone to appear in court | |
To file a lawsuit | |
To issue a verdict |
Question 15 |
Which of the following is NOT a type of legal proceeding?
Deposition | |
Arbitration | |
Mediation | |
Transcription |
Question 16 |
What is the term for a court reporter's shorthand notes?
Transcript | |
Stenotype | |
Deposition | |
Affidavit |
Question 17 |
Which of the following is a common challenge for court reporters?
Understanding medical terminology | |
Interpreting laws | |
Dealing with overlapping speech | |
Writing legal briefs |
Question 18 |
What is the role of a scopist?
To edit transcripts | |
To provide legal advice | |
To enforce court rulings | |
To assist judges |
Question 19 |
Which of the following is a key component of a legal transcript?
Index | |
Table of contents | |
Page numbers | |
All of the above |
Question 20 |
What does "res ipsa loquitur" mean?
The thing speaks for itself | |
Let the decision stand | |
In good faith | |
Beyond a reasonable doubt |
Question 21 |
Which of the following is a common transcription error?
Mishearing homophones | |
Using incorrect punctuation | |
Omitting words | |
All of the above |
Question 22 |
What is the term for a court reporter's certification in voice writing?
CVR (Certified Verbatim Reporter) | |
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CSR (Certified Shorthand Reporter) | |
CCP (Certified Court Professional) |
Question 23 |
Which of the following is a common legal abbreviation?
ASAP | |
FYI | |
CFR | |
LOL |
Question 24 |
What is the purpose of a caption in a legal transcript?
To identify the case and parties involved | |
To summarize the testimony | |
To list the exhibits | |
To provide a table of contents |
Question 25 |
Which of the following is a common formatting rule for transcripts?
Use bold for emphasis | |
Use italics for proper nouns | |
Use all caps for speaker labels | |
Use underlining for quotes |
Question 26 |
What does "habeas corpus" mean?
Produce the body | |
Let the decision stand | |
In good faith | |
Beyond a reasonable doubt |
Question 27 |
Which of the following is a common ethical responsibility of court reporters?
Maintaining confidentiality | |
Providing legal advice | |
Enforcing court rulings | |
Interpreting laws |
Question 28 |
What is the term for a court reporter's real-time transcription?
Live reporting | |
Instant transcription | |
Real-time captioning | |
Voice writing |
Question 29 |
Which of the following is a common legal term for a written statement?
Affidavit | |
Subpoena | |
Indictment | |
Verdict |
Question 30 |
What is the purpose of a glossary in a legal transcript?
To define technical terms | |
To list exhibits | |
To summarize testimony | |
To provide a table of contents |
Question 31 |
Which of the following is a common challenge in transcribing depositions?
Fast-speaking witnesses | |
Overlapping speech | |
Technical jargon | |
All of the above |
Question 32 |
What is the term for a court reporter's certification in stenography?
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CVR (Certified Verbatim Reporter) | |
CSR (Certified Shorthand Reporter) | |
CCP (Certified Court Professional) |
Question 33 |
Which of the following is a common legal abbreviation for "versus"?
v. | |
vs. | |
vrs. | |
ver. |
Question 34 |
What is the purpose of a certification page in a legal transcript?
To verify the accuracy of the transcript | |
To list the exhibits | |
To summarize the testimony | |
To provide a table of contents |
Question 35 |
Which of the following is a common formatting rule for speaker labels?
Use bold text | |
Use all caps | |
Use italics | |
Use underlining |
Question 36 |
What does "prima facie" mean?
At first sight | |
Beyond a reasonable doubt | |
In good faith | |
Let the decision stand |
Question 37 |
Which of the following is a common legal term for a written order?
Subpoena | |
Affidavit | |
Warrant | |
Indictment |
Question 38 |
What is the term for a court reporter's certification in digital reporting?
CDR (Certified Digital Reporter) | |
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CSR (Certified Shorthand Reporter) | |
CCP (Certified Court Professional) |
Question 39 |
Which of the following is a common legal abbreviation for "et cetera"?
etc. | |
et al. | |
e.g. | |
i.e. |
Question 40 |
What is the purpose of an exhibit list in a legal transcript?
To identify documents or evidence | |
To summarize testimony | |
To provide a table of contents | |
To verify the accuracy of the transcript |
Question 41 |
Which of the following is a common formatting rule for timestamps?
Use bold text | |
Use brackets | |
Use italics | |
Use underlining |
Question 42 |
What does "stare decisis" mean?
Let the decision stand | |
Beyond a reasonable doubt | |
In good faith | |
At first sight |
Question 43 |
Which of the following is a common legal term for a formal accusation?
Indictment | |
Subpoena | |
Affidavit | |
Warrant |
Question 44 |
What is the term for a court reporter's certification in real-time reporting?
RMR (Registered Merit Reporter) | |
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CSR (Certified Shorthand Reporter) | |
CCP (Certified Court Professional) |
Question 45 |
Which of the following is a common legal abbreviation for "example"?
e.g. | |
etc. | |
et al. | |
i.e. |
Question 46 |
What is the purpose of a table of contents in a legal transcript?
To summarize testimony | |
To list exhibits | |
To provide an overview of the transcript | |
To verify the accuracy of the transcript |
Question 47 |
Which of the following is a common formatting rule for parentheticals?
Use bold text | |
Use brackets | |
Use italics | |
Use underlining |
Question 48 |
What does "amicus curiae" mean?
Friend of the court | |
Beyond a reasonable doubt | |
In good faith | |
Let the decision stand |
Question 49 |
Which of the following is a common legal term for a written request?
Motion | |
Subpoena | |
Affidavit | |
Warrant |
Question 50 |
What is the term for a court reporter's certification in captioning?
CBC (Certified Broadcast Captioner) | |
RPR (Registered Professional Reporter) | |
CSR (Certified Shorthand Reporter) | |
CCP (Certified Court Professional) |
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