Supreme Court Flashcard

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Who Nominates Supreme Court Justices?

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The President

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What is a Writ of Certiorari?

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An order from the Supreme Court for lower court records

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Which case gave the Supreme Court the power of Judicial Review?

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Marbury v Madison

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What is Judicial Review?

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The power to determine laws as being constitutional / unconstitutional.

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What is the rule of 4?

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4 justices need to agree to hear a case.

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How long do Supreme Court Justices Serve?

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for life

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What happens during oral arguments?

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The justices ask questions.

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What is the role of the Supreme Court?

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To interpret laws

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How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

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9

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Who was the first female Supreme Court Justice?

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Sandra Day O'Connor