According to Article III of the Constitution, the judicial power of the United States is vested in which court?

• The Congress

• The Supreme Court

• The President

• The Senate

Who has the authority to establish inferior courts to the Supreme Court according to Article III of the Constitution?

• The President

• The Senate

• Congress

• The States

How many Justices are there on the court?

• 6

• 9

• 12

• 15

Who nominates the Justices?

• The Senate

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Supreme Court

Who approves the nomination of the Justices?

• The President

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• The Supreme Court

How long do the Justices hold their position?

• For a fixed term of 10 years

• For life or until they choose to retire

• Until the President decides

• For a fixed term of 20 years

What type of jurisdiction do trial courts have in the American Legal System?

• Appellate jurisdiction

• Original jurisdiction

• Limited jurisdiction

• Exclusive jurisdiction

What do appellate courts decide on in the American Legal System?

• Facts of the case

• Questions of law

• Both facts and law

• Neither facts nor law

How is the American Legal System structured?

• Single system

• Dual system (State/Federal Courts)

• Triple system

• Independent system

Which of the following cases would be dealt with by a federal court?

• Bankruptcy

• Divorce proceedings

• Personal injury claims

• Property disputes