The Judicial Branch

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What is the main job of the Judicial Branch?

• To create laws
• Enforce laws
• Interpret laws

In addition to interpreting laws, the Judicial Branch can also:

• Hear lawsuits between the states
• Veto proposed bills
• Veto a declaration of war

What is the name of the Supreme Court's "super power"?

• Necessary and Proper Actions
• Commander-in-Chief
• Judicial Review

What is Judicial Review?

• The power of the Supreme Court to veto bills proposed by Congress.
• The power of the Supreme Court to nominate members of the Executive Branch.
• The power of the Supreme Court to declare acts of Congress and the President unconstitutional.

Which Supreme Court case created Judicial Review?

• Marbury v. Madison
• McCullough v. Maryland
• Brown v. The Board of Education of Topeka, Kansas

What is the citizenship requirement for a Supreme Court Justice?

• Born on U.S. soil
• A citizen for a minimum of 10 years prior to appointment
• A U.S. Citizen

Why is a Supreme Court Justice's term for life?

• This allows the Justices to have a longer view of the politics and needs of the nation.
• This allows the Justices to amend their decisions if new evidence comes to light.
• This ensures the Justices are not tied to one specific political party or President.

In the cartoon, what role does the Judicial Branch play?

• The football team
• The referrees
• The hotdog seller