CRM 2.1 (Structure and Function of Gov't) Comprehensive Flashcardizz

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Which level in the court system completes the diagram? State Trial Courts, U.S. Court of Federal Claims, U.S. Courts of Appeals, State Appeals Court

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U.S. Courts of Appeals

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What is the significance of 'judicial review'?

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It allows the Supreme Court to review laws and determine their constitutionality.

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Based on the headline, what type of law is being shown? Options: Criminal, Military, Civil, Constitutional

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Civil

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Which landmark Supreme Court case created JUDICIAL REVIEW (finding the a piece of legislation or an executive order unconstitutional)?

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Marbury v. Madison

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This is a special set of laws that deal with crimes and other situations within the armed forces.

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military

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Based on the clues in the headline, which court would get original jurisdiction on this case?

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U.S. Supreme Court

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What does the judge decide in an Appellate Court?

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If the lower court's decision was fair or not

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Which branch of government is bicameral (divided into a House of Representatives and a Senate)?

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Legislative

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The Legislative Branch makes the laws; the Executive Branch enforces the laws; the Judicial Branch interprets the laws. This is an example of which of the principles of government?

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Separation of Powers

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Which of the following is an example of Checks and Balances? Options: Congress sets the nation's budget. The Supreme Court rules on a disagreement between states. The President vetoes a Congressional bill. The President meets with the Prime Minister of England.

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The President vetoes a Congressional bill.