Ciivics- Chapter 7

Ciivics- Chapter 7

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Social Studies

8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which of these statements describes a civil case? A crime has been committed. State and local governments are not involved. A jury or judge decides guilt or innocence of the accused. The court decides in favor of one side or the other.

Back

The court decides in favor of one side or the other.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does the power of judicial review act as a check on the legislative and executive branches?

Back

It can nullify laws that conflict with the Constitution.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which level of federal courts are trial courts?

Back

District courts

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

During oral arguments, much time is used for
answering justices' questions

Back

answering justices' questions

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the "court of final appeal"?

Back

The Supreme Court

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which section of the U.S. Constitution established the judicial branch?

Back

Article III

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

When ruling on an issue that has been decided by a court in the past, the Supreme Court

Back

May follow precedent or overrule precedent

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