The Judicial Branch Review

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The authority to hear a case is called

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Jurisdiction

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How many judges are on the U.S. Supreme Court? Options: 5, 7, 9, 11

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9

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The _______ branch of government may decide if a law is unconstitutional.

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Judicial

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Who has the power to appoint a Supreme Court Judge, when there is an open spot on the court?

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President

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What is the length of term of office for a judge on the Supreme Court?

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for life

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Who ratifies (approves) the judges who are nominated to serve on the Supreme Court?

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The U.S. Senate

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A case involving the rights of an individual.

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Civil

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The Supreme Court’s power to declare a law unconstitutional and overturn it

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Judicial Review

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The highest court in America.  They only hear cases of national importance or cases that deal with the interpretation of the US Constitution

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The Supreme Court

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This ruling held that criminal suspects must be informed of their right to consult with an attorney and of their right against self-incrimination prior to questioning by police.

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Miranda v. Arizona, 1966