Who Was Ruth Bader Ginsburg? Chapters 6 & 7

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Who was Ruth Bader Ginsburg?

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Ruth Bader Ginsburg was a U.S. Supreme Court Justice known for her work on gender equality and civil rights.

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What position did Ruth Bader Ginsburg hold in Washington, DC?

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Ruth became a federal judge.

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Did Ruth Bader Ginsburg win the case for Sharon Frontiero?

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No, she successfully convinced the court in favor of Sharon Frontiero.

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What was the Senate vote count when Ruth was appointed as a federal judge?

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The Senate voted 96-3 in favor of Ruth.

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Did Ruth Bader Ginsburg continue to teach after becoming a federal judge?

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No, she did not continue to teach at Columbia after her appointment.

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Who was the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court?

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Sandra Day O'Connor was the first woman to serve on the Supreme Court.

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What is gender equality?

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Gender equality means that people of all genders have equal rights, responsibilities, and opportunities.

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What is a federal judge?

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A federal judge is a judge appointed to the federal court system, which handles cases involving federal law.

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What does it mean to convince a court?

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To convince a court means to persuade the judges to agree with your argument or position.

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What is the significance of the Supreme Court?

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The Supreme Court is the highest court in the U.S. and has the final say on legal disputes.