Judicial Branch Review

What is the function of the Judicial Branch?

• To make laws

• To interpret laws

• To Enforce laws

• To win elections

What is the highest ranking member of the Supreme Court called?

• Chief Justice

• Speaker

• President Pro Tempore

• Junior Justice

Which type of court case features a prosecutor?

• Civil Case

• Criminal Case

How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?

• 7

• 9

• 12

• 32

Which judicial term means that a judge chooses not to participate during a court case due to potential bias or appearance of impartiality?

• Jurisdiction

• Appeal

• Writ of Certiorari

• Recusal

How do Federal judges get their jobs?

• Nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate

• Nominated by the Chief Justice and confirmed by the Senate Judiciary Committee

• Chosen by a majority of current justices

• Nominated by the President and confirmed by the House of Representatives

What is the age requirement to serve as a Federal Judge?

• 25

• 30

• 35

• There is not age requirement specified in the Constitution

Which type of court hears challenges to previous rulings, and features a panel of 3 judges to make decisions?

• Court of Appeals

• Federal District Court

• Supreme Court

• Admirality Court

Which famous Chief Justice issued the ruling in the case of Marbury v. Madison?

• John Marshall

• Roger Taney

• Sonia Sotomayor

• Amy Coney Barrett

How many Supreme Court Justices must agree in order to take a case?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 7