Judicial Branch and Legal Systems Flashcard

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What does Article III of the U.S. Constitution establish?

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The Judicial Branch

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Which court is specifically mentioned in Article III?

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Supreme Court

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What is the term length for federal judges?

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Lifetime

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Which of the following is NOT a type of case the federal courts can hear? Disputes between states, Maritime cases, State laws, Federal laws

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State laws

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What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch?

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To interpret laws

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Why are judges appointed for life?

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To maintain independence from political pressure

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What is the 'Rule of Four' in the context of the Supreme Court?

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Four justices must agree to hear a case

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What is a 'writ of certiorari'?

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A request for the Supreme Court to hear a case.

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What is judicial review?

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The ability to declare a law unconstitutional

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Which case established the power of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison