List the purposes of the law and discuss why these purposes are necessary for an ordered society.

Purposes of the law are listed as follows:
1. Providing order such that one can depend on a promise or an expectation of obligations
2. Serving as an alternative to fighting
3. Facilitating a sense that change is possible, but only after a rational consideration of options
4. Encouraging social justice
5. Guaranteeing personal freedom
6. Serving as a moral guide by indicating minimal expectations of citizens and organizations
Students' opinion will vary on discussion of why the law is necessary for an ordered society. Ideas would include enforcement of contracts, protection of underprivileged members of society, and the provision of a remedy for injustice.