Understanding Article 3 of the US Constitution

What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch as established by Article 3?

• To lead the military

• To interpret the Constitution

• To execute laws

• To make laws

Who appoints the justices to the Supreme Court?

• The Vice President

• The Senate

• The House of Representatives

• The President

For how long do Supreme Court justices serve?

• 10 years

• For life or until retirement

• 4 years

• 6 years

What is the role of the Supreme Court justices?

• To serve as advisors to the President

• To draft new legislation

• To interpret and apply the Constitution

• To lead the national defense

Who was the longest-serving justice mentioned in the video?

• John Roberts

• Clarence Thomas

• Antonin Scalia

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

How many justices were initially on the Supreme Court?

• 5

• 12

• 9

• 6

What is the final court of appeals in the United States?

• The State Supreme Court

• The Circuit Court

• The U.S. Supreme Court

• The Federal Appeals Court

Which cases can the Supreme Court hear?

• Cases involving states or the constitution

• Only civil cases

• Only criminal cases

• Cases involving only private parties

What does treason include according to Article 3?

• Public protests against the government

• Voting against the government

• Going to war against the US

• Refusing to pay taxes

How can someone be found guilty of treason?

• By a presidential decree

• By a unanimous jury decision

• By a confession in court

• By a single witness testimony