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Understanding the U.S. Judicial System

Understanding the U.S. Judicial System

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Social Studies

10th Grade

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Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does "Appellate Jurisdiction" mean?

Back

Authority to review decisions of lower courts

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The power of the courts to declare laws unconstitutional is called:

Back

Judicial Review

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which court is the highest in the United States?

Back

Supreme Court

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

A case involving a dispute between two states goes directly to which court?

Back

Supreme Court

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of jurisdiction allows a court to hear a case for the first time?

Back

Original Jurisdiction

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who appoints federal judges?

Back

The President, confirmed by the Senate

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many justices typically serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?

Back

9

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