U.S. Supreme Court Flashcard

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Which court does Article III create (also the highest court in the U.S.)?

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Supreme Court

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Who makes up the U.S. Supreme Court?

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Nine justices, including one Chief Justice and eight Associate Justices.

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What are the qualifications per Article III to be a SC justice?

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There are no specific qualifications outlined in Article III to be a Supreme Court justice.

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Who selects the U.S. Supreme Court justices?

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The President of the United States selects the U.S. Supreme Court justices.

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What effect does life tenure have on the cases the Supreme Court hears?

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The Supreme Court hears cases with greater independence and impartiality.

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Define jurisdiction.

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Jurisdiction is the authority of a court or legal body to hear and decide cases.

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In which kinds of cases do the Federal Courts have jurisdiction?

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Federal Courts have jurisdiction in cases involving federal laws, treaties, the Constitution, and disputes between states or between citizens of different states.

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What is one of the most important powers of the Supreme Court?

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Judicial review

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What case established the power of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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How does a case come before the Supreme Court? Do they accept every case?

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No, the Supreme Court does not accept every case.