Understanding the Judicial Branch

What is the primary function of the Supreme Court?

• To enforce laws

• To write new laws

• To interpret the Constitution and review laws

• To elect government officials

What does judicial review allow the Supreme Court to do?

• Review the decisions of the President

• Change state laws directly

• Declare laws unconstitutional

• Elect members of Congress

Which principle ensures that no branch of government becomes too powerful?

• Separation of Powers

• Checks and Balances

• Federalism

• Judicial Review

How does the Supreme Court interpret the law?

• By following public opinion

• Based on the Constitution and previous court decisions

• According to the President's directives

• By creating new laws

What types of cases does the Supreme Court primarily deal with?

• Only criminal cases

• Only civil cases

• Cases involving constitutional questions

• Cases involving financial disputes only

How many justices are on the Supreme Court?

• 6

• 9

• 12

• 15

What is required for the Supreme Court to make a decision on a case?

• A simple majority vote

• A two-thirds majority vote

• Unanimous consent

• Approval from the President

Which of the following is NOT a check that the judicial branch has on other branches?

• Can declare executive actions unconstitutional

• Can declare laws passed by Congress unconstitutional

• Can propose new amendments to the Constitution

• Can interpret the extent of laws passed by Congress

What is the term length for a Supreme Court Justice?

• 4 years

• 10 years

• Life, or until they choose to retire

• 20 years

Which of the following best describes the concept of "interpreting the law"?

• The process of enforcing laws

• The process of writing new laws

• The process of reviewing laws to ensure they are in line with the Constitution

• The process of electing officials who make laws