The Judicial branch

What is the purpose of the Supreme Court?

• To review laws at the national (federal) level

• To write new laws

• To manage the army

• To elect the President

How many Supreme Court Justices are there?

• 12

• 7

• 9

• 15

Who nominates the Supreme Court Justices?

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Senate

• The Speaker of the House

What is the term length for a Supreme Court Justice?

• 20 years

• 10 years

• 4 years

• Appointed for life

How many district courts are there across America?

• 75

• 94

• 100

• 50

How many cases does the Supreme Court typically review each year?

• 200-300

• 80-100

• About 500

• About 7,500

What right is guaranteed to every person accused of wrongdoing?

• The right to vote

• The right to travel abroad

• The right to free education

• The right to a fair trial

What protection does the Constitution offer against being tried for the same crime twice?

• Double jeopardy

• Right to privacy

• Right to bear arms

• Freedom of speech