Judicial Branch 2

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What is the Judicial Branch?

• The Judicial Branch is responsible for creating laws.
• The Judicial Branch manages the military forces.
• The Judicial Branch oversees the executive branch of government.
• The Judicial Branch is the part of government that interprets laws and administers justice.

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What was a major weakness of the Articles of Confederation?

• Each state had equal representation in Congress.
• The central government had full control over trade.
• The was no national court

• The Articles allowed for a strong executive branch.

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Article III of the Constitution refers to what?

• The judicial branch of the United States government.
• The military branch of the United States government.
• The executive branch of the United States government.
• The legislative branch of the United States government.

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Article III Section II establishes what?

• It establishes the jurisdiction and outlines the powers of federal courts.

• It details the rights of states in relation to the federal government.
• It defines the executive branch and its responsibilities.
• It establishes the legislative branch and outlines the powers of Congress.

Open Ended

What are some examples of the cases the Judicial Branch hears?

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What is exclusive jurisdiction?

• Exclusive jurisdiction is the sole authority of a court to hear a specific type of case.
• Exclusive jurisdiction is the shared authority of courts to decide on cases.
• Exclusive jurisdiction allows multiple courts to hear the same case.
• Exclusive jurisdiction refers to a court's ability to hear any type of case.

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What is concurrent jursidiction?

• Concurrent jurisdiction means only one court can hear a case.
• Concurrent jurisdiction is when courts have different authorities over a case.
• Concurrent jurisdiction refers to the ability of a court to hear cases from different states.
• Concurrent jurisdiction is when multiple courts have the authority to hear the same case.

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What is original jurisdiction?

• Original jurisdiction refers to the authority of a court to review decisions made by lower courts.
• Original jurisdiction is the ability of a court to enforce laws without a case being presented.
• Original jurisdiction means a court's power to hear appeals from other courts.
• Original jurisdiction is the power of a court to hear a case first, before any other court.

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What is appellate jurisdiction?

• The authority to create new laws.
• Appellate jurisdiction is the power of a court to hear appeals from lower courts.
• The power to enforce court decisions.
• The ability to conduct trials in criminal cases.

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What are Constitutional Courts?

• Constitutional courts are responsible for criminal cases.
• Constitutional courts are judicial bodies that interpret and enforce the constitution.
• Constitutional courts only handle family law disputes.
• Constitutional courts are administrative bodies that create laws.

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Judges over constitutional courts cannot be fired

• True

• False

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What cases do constitutional courts hear?

• Disputes between states
• Cases involving criminal law
• Civil lawsuits between individuals
• All of these answers are correct

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District Courts hear cases on what?

• International treaties
• Civil and criminal cases
• Family law disputes
• Traffic violations

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How many district courts are there?

• 94 federal district courts

• 75 federal district courts
• 120 federal district courts
• 50 state district courts

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What did the Judiciary Act of 1891 do?

• It reformed the process of jury selection.
• It abolished federal courts.
• It established the Supreme Court's jurisdiction.
• It created the U.S. Courts of Appeals.

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The courts of appeals do NOT hear cases from agencies

• True

• False

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How many courts of appeals courts are there?

• 10
• 15
• 20
• 13

Multiple Choice

Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit hear cases on what?

• Traffic violations and personal injury claims
• Environmental regulations and labor laws
• Patent law, copyright, international trade and claims against the federal government.

• Criminal law and family disputes

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Legislative or Special Courts are established by what?

• The President
• The Supreme Court
• State Legislatures
• Congress under Article I

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Special Courts hear cases on what?

• Traffic violations
• General civil disputes
• Specialized legal matters such as corruption, terrorism, and other specific offenses.
• Family law cases

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Judges of Special Courts have what type of terms?

• Indefinite terms
• Temporary terms
• Fixed terms
• Lifetime terms

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Constitutional Judges are appointed for 5 years

• True

• False

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What is Judicial Restraint?

• Judicial Restraint allows courts to actively challenge government actions.
• Judicial Restraint is a principle where courts avoid making rulings that would invalidate laws or government actions unless absolutely necessary.
• Judicial Restraint is a method for courts to create new laws.
• Judicial Restraint means courts should always rule against government actions.

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What is Judicial Review?

• Judicial review is the ability of the president to veto laws.
• Judicial review is the power of courts to assess whether a law or government action is in accordance with the constitution.
• Judicial review is the process of electing judges.
• Judicial review is a method for citizens to propose new laws.

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United States Attorneys are nominated by whom?

• The Attorney General
• The Vice President of the United States
• The President of the United States
• The Senate Judiciary Committee

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What are the responsibilities of an United States Attorney?

• Managing local law enforcement agencies.
• Prosecuting federal criminal cases and representing the United States in civil litigation.
• Advising the President on foreign policy matters.
• Defending individuals in state criminal cases.

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United States Marshalls serve how long of terms?

• Two years
• Six years
• Four years
• Eight years

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What are the responsibilities of an United States Marshall?

• Enforcing federal laws, apprehending fugitives, managing prisoners, executing court orders, and providing witness protection.
• Collecting taxes for the state
• Conducting local elections
• Managing public transportation systems

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What is a court reporter?

• A court reporter is a lawyer who defends clients.
• A court reporter transcribes spoken words during legal proceedings.
• A court reporter is a judge in a courtroom.
• A court reporter is a person who provides legal advice.

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What do probation officers do?

• Probation officers arrest individuals who violate their probation.
• Probation officers provide legal representation in court.
• Probation officers conduct criminal investigations for the police.
• Probation officers supervise and support individuals on probation.

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How many Supreme Court justices are there?

• 7
• 11
• 13
• 9

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How long do Supreme Court justices serve?

• For a fixed term of 10 years
• Until the age of 70
• For life
• Only during good behavior

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The Supreme Court is the highest court of the land

• True

• False

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What Chief Justice was instrumental in establishing Judicial Review?

• John Marshall
• Earl Warren
• William Howard Taft
• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

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What is the majority opinion in the Supreme Court?

• The majority opinion is the official ruling of the Supreme Court that represents the views of the majority of justices.
• The majority opinion is a non-binding statement from the court.
• The majority opinion is a summary of the dissenting opinions.
• The majority opinion is the personal view of the Chief Justice.

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What is the concurring opinion in the Supreme Court?

• A concurring opinion is an agreement with the majority decision, but with different reasoning.
• A concurring opinion is a dissenting opinion that disagrees with the majority.
• A concurring opinion is a legal brief submitted by outside parties.
• A concurring opinion is a summary of the case presented by the court.

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What is the dissenting opinion in the Supreme Court?

• A dissenting opinion is a summary of the case facts.
• A dissenting opinion is a disagreement with the majority opinion in a Supreme Court ruling.
• A dissenting opinion is a legal brief submitted by the public.
• A dissenting opinion is the same as a concurring opinion.