AG Unit 7 Part 1 Reading Quiz (20pts)

What is the main purpose of both the federal and state court systems?

• To create new laws

• To promote justice by resolving disputes

• To replace state governments

• To eliminate state courts

Answer explanation

The main purpose of both the federal and state court systems is to promote justice by resolving disputes.

Why did the Framers of the Constitution establish a federal system instead of replacing state governments?

• To increase their own power

• To create a national court system

• To protect against tyranny

• To abolish state courts

Answer explanation

To protect against tyranny

Which tier of the federal court system is equivalent to the "large bottom level" of a wedding cake analogy?

• Supreme Court

• State Courts

• Trial Courts

• District Courts

Answer explanation

The tier of the federal court system equivalent to the 'large bottom level' of a wedding cake analogy is Trial Courts.

Where do most cases involving a federal law or dispute start within the federal court system?

• Supreme Court

• Circuit Courts

• Appellate Courts

• District Courts

Answer explanation

Most cases involving a federal law or dispute start within the federal court system at District Courts.

How is a decision reached in a federal district court during a trial?

• Based on political affiliations

• Based on public opinion

• Based on the lawyers' arguments, evidence, and applicable law

• Based on personal beliefs

Answer explanation

In a federal district court during a trial, a decision is reached based on the lawyers' arguments, evidence, and applicable law.

What is the first level of the federal court system made up of?

• Appellate Courts

• District Courts

• Supreme Courts

• Circuit Courts

Answer explanation

The first level of the federal court system is made up of District Courts.

How many appellate courts are there in the U.S.?

• 7

• 10

• 13

• 15

Answer explanation

There are 13 appellate courts in the U.S., making the correct answer choice 13.

Which court is the highest court in the country?

• District Court

• Supreme Court

• Appellate Court

• Federal Circuit Court

Answer explanation

The highest court in the country is the Supreme Court.

What type of jurisdiction involves cases related to ships and the sea?

• Military jurisdiction

• Immigration jurisdiction

• Admiralty jurisdiction

• Copyright jurisdiction

Answer explanation

Admiralty jurisdiction involves cases related to ships and the sea, making it the correct choice for this question.

What jurisdiction allows federal courts to hear cases involving federal law or the Constitution?

• Exclusive subject matter jurisdiction

• Federal question jurisdiction

• Diversity jurisdiction

• State jurisdiction

Answer explanation

Federal question jurisdiction allows federal courts to hear cases involving federal law or the Constitution.