Structures & Functions of the Judicial Branch

Structures & Functions of the Judicial Branch

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Social Studies

12th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the structure of the federal trial courts?

Back

Federal District Courts

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which court has original jurisdiction over civil and criminal cases arising under federal law?

Back

Federal District Courts

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the jurisdiction of the federal courts limited to? Options: Cases between citizens of two or more states, Questions of federal laws, Neither of these two, Both of these

Back

Both of these

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which court has original jurisdiction over cases affecting ambassadors and cases between two or more states?

Back

U.S. Supreme Court

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the function of the judicial branch?

Back

Interpreting and applying laws

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of jurisdiction do the Circuit Courts of Appeals have?

Back

Appellate jurisdiction

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the purpose of judicial review?

Back

To protect the rights of the people against unconstitutional actions

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