Civics Unit 5 Vocabulary Quiz

Emma, Charlotte, and Olivia are participating in a school quiz competition. They are asked to name the highest federal court in the United States. What is their answer?

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Scarlett, Avery, and Samuel are participating in a mock trial at their school. They are told that their mock trial is simulating the lowest federal courts where federal trials can be held. What is the name of these courts?

(a)  

Michael, Benjamin, and Abigail are studying for their law exam. They come across a scenario where a higher court needs to direct a lower court to send up a case for review. What is the legal term for this order?

• Writ of Maximus

• Writ of Mandamus

• Writ of Habeas Corpus

• Writ of certiorari

During a class discussion, Daniel suggested a unique approach to solve a math problem. Aiden and Abigail found it effective and decided to use it for future problems. This approach set by Daniel is an example of what?

• precedent

• copy

• replica

• original

During a school debate, Abigail, Daniel, and Charlotte were the judges. The final decision that reflected the views of the majority of the judges is known as?

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Allows the court to determine the constitutionality of laws

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In a recent school debate, Luna, Avery, and Aiden were discussing a controversial topic. Aiden disagreed with the majority opinion and presented his own viewpoint. What is Aiden's statement called?

• dissenting opinion

• concurring opinion

• unanimous opinion

• majority opinion

Draw an image that can represent concurrent jurisdiction

Draw an image that can explain the meaning of damages!

information received from other people that one cannot adequately substantiate; rumor.

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