The Federal Courts and the Judicial Branch Chapter Test

The Federal Courts and the Judicial Branch Chapter Test

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Social Studies

12th Grade

Hard

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How many justices does the Supreme Court have today?

Back

nine

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

The written arguments of each side to an appeal are called

Back

briefs

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a writ of certiorari?

Back

order seeking review of a lower court case

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Who holds the power to impeach a federal judge?

Back

Congress

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which term refers to previous court rulings?

Back

precedent

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Appeals from the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans Claims reach the Supreme Court through the

Back

U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Judicial independence is a cornerstone of the American judicial system because it safeguards the jobs of federal judges.

Back

True

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