Supreme Court TEST II

Front

In order to hear a case, the petitioner has to show they have a bona fide stake in the outcome. What is it called?

Back

Standing

Front

If someone, not a party to a case, wants to have a say in the case, they write a(n) or write to the _______.

Back

Amicus Curiae

Front

Most cases reach the Supreme Court because of _____.

Back

A Writ of Certiorari

Front

Can one take a hypothetical case to the Supreme court?

Back

No

Front

A case will not be heard if the courts think the issue is moot.

Back

True

Front

What famous case was heard by the Supreme Court even though the issue was technically moot?

Back

Roe Vs. Wade

Front

Who argues all of the cases before the Supreme Court for the US Government?

Back

Solicitor General

Front

Who plays an important role in the inner workings of the Supreme Court?

Back

Law Clerks

Front

Which of the following is NOT an example of a case ruling? Majority Opinion, Dissenting Opinion, Concurring Opinion

Back

Opposite Opinion

Front

In what month does the Supreme Court term begin?

Back

October