Judicial

What does the term "appeal" mean in law?

• To agree with the decision of a trial court

• To refuse to accept the decision of a trial court and to have the case heard again in a higher court

• To transfer a case to a lower court

• To finalize the decision of a trial court

What is the role of an appellate court?

• To oversee the decisions of the Supreme Court

• To initiate trials for federal cases

• To hear appeals from a lower court

• To provide legal advice to the president

Which court has original jurisdiction?

• The Supreme Court

• The District Courts

• The first court where a case is tried

• The Circuit Courts of Appeals

What does "treason" involve?

• Supporting your country during wartime

• Spying for your country

• Fighting or working against your own country during wartime

• Legal trading with foreign nations

What is espionage?

• The practice of spying for a foreign power during times of peace

• The act of hacking into government systems

• Diplomatic negotiations during war

• Gathering intelligence during wartime

What are the three types of federal courts mentioned in Article III of the Constitution?

• Supreme Court, District Courts, Circuit Courts of Appeals

• Supreme Court, Family Courts, Criminal Courts

• Supreme Court, Tax Courts, Juvenile Courts

• Supreme Court, Municipal Courts, Small Claims Courts

How many Supreme Court justices are there currently?

• Nine

• Ten

• Eight

• Twelve

Under what condition can federal judges be removed from their position?

• Only through the impeachment process

• Upon reaching the age of 70

• For making unpopular legal decisions

• At the discretion of the President

Where must a trial be held according to Article III, Section 2 of the Constitution?

• In the state where the crime was committed

• In the federal capital

• Anywhere in the United States

• In the state of the accused's residence

Which of the following is a definition of treason against the United States?

• Levying war against the United States and adhering to their enemies

• Disobeying a direct order from the President

• Refusing to pay federal taxes

• Protesting against federal government policies