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What type of courts deal with matters involving the 'judicial power of the United States'?

• Appellate courts

• Special courts

• State courts

• Constitutional courts

Who has the authority to hear federal cases or cases involving admiralty or maritime law?

• Appellate courts

• Federal courts

• Constitutional courts

• State courts

In which type of court does a case have original jurisdiction if it is heard for the first time?

• Appellate court

• Special court

• Constitutional court

• Federal court

Who nominates federal judges?

• The President

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

What is the main determining factor for the selection of federal judges?

• Age

• Gender

• Education

• Judicial philosophy

Why do constitutional court judges serve for life?

• To ensure independence of the federal judiciary

• To avoid retirement benefits

• To maintain political power

• To increase workload

Who appoints U.S. Attorneys and marshals?

• The Attorney General

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

• The President and Senate

How many times has a federal judge been removed from office through the impeachment process in the nation's history?

• 35 times

• 25 times

• 15 times

• 5 times

Who appoints U.S. magistrates?

• District court judges

• The President

• The Senate

• The Attorney General

Who appoints bankruptcy judges?

• The Attorney General

• The President and Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court