Unit 2 Lesson 6 Review

What is the primary role of the Supreme Court?

• a) Make new laws
• b) Interpret the Constitution and laws
• c) Enforce laws created by Congress
• d) Manage state court systems

How many justices are currently on the Supreme Court?

• a) 6
• b) 8
• c) 9
• d) 12

What is the term length for a Supreme Court justice?

• a) 10 years
• b) Lifetime, with "good behavior"
• c) Until the age of 70
• d) 4 years, renewable

What is “judicial review”?

• a) The process of evaluating judges for reappointment
• b) The power to review and determine the constitutionality of laws
• c) A meeting to discuss court rulings with Congress
• d) The President’s review of court decisions

How is a Supreme Court justice appointed?

• a) Elected by Congress
• b) Appointed by the President and approved by the Senate
• c) Nominated by state governors
• d) Chosen by the Chief Justice

What majority is needed for the Supreme Court to make a decision on a case?

• Unanimous (9-0)
• b) 6-3 majority
• c) Simple majority (5-4)
• d) 7-2 supermajority

What types of cases does the Supreme Court primarily handle?

• a) Local criminal cases
• b) Cases involving traffic violations
• c) Issues of national importance and constitutional interpretation
• d) Small claims and civil disputes

What happens if the Supreme Court declares a law unconstitutional?

• a) Congress automatically overrides the ruling
• b) The law is cancelled and cannot be enforced
• c) The President decides if the law will be applied
• d) A referendum is held to appeal the decision

A Supreme Court Justice can never be removed from the court.

• True
• False

The Supreme Court does not have the authority to settle a dispute between two states.

• True
• False