Week 13: Reading Task (Sonia Sotomayor)

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What is the role of the Supreme Court?

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The Supreme Court is charged with making sure the Constitution is followed.

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Why did Sonia Sotomayor have to work hard for scholarships?

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Sonia had to work hard for scholarships because her parents were poor immigrants, her father died when she was young, and her mother struggled to earn money for school.

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Who was the first female justice of the Supreme Court?

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Sandra Day O'Connor was the first female justice of the Supreme Court.

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What is the Judiciary Committee?

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The Judiciary Committee is the group that investigates the president's choice for a new justice.

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What was Sonia Sotomayor's career order?

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Sonia Sotomayor's career order was lawyer, judge, Supreme Court justice.

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What does it mean to be a justice?

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A justice is a judge on the Supreme Court who interprets laws and ensures justice is served.

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What is the Constitution?

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The Constitution is the supreme law of the United States that outlines the framework of government and the rights of citizens.

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What is a scholarship?

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A scholarship is a financial award given to a student to help pay for their education, often based on academic or other achievements.

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What does it mean to interpret laws?

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To interpret laws means to explain or clarify the meaning of laws and how they should be applied.

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What is the significance of the Supreme Court?

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The Supreme Court is significant because it has the final say on legal disputes and its decisions can shape laws and society.