SSCG13a

SSCG13a

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10th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does a person become a Supreme Court Justice?

Back

They are appointed/nominated by the president and approved/confirmed by the Senate.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why do federal judges/justices have a lifetime term?

Back

It helps keep the judiciary independent (no one can threaten your job if you make a decision other disagree with).

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why is justice/judge selection so important for the president?

Back

Judges with lifetime term have major impact long after a president is out of office.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

In what ways can a federal judge leave office? Options: fired by the president, resign, die, removal, retirement, Congressional preference, resignation only

Back

resign, die, removal, retirement

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Whom does the president consult first when a judicial vacancy occurs?

Back

Senators from the state involved

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which Senate conducts hearings to approve a judicial nomination?

Back

Judiciary

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How must the Senate vote to confirm a judicial nominee?

Back

simple majority

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