Understanding the Supreme Court

Who created the Supreme Court of the United States?

• The President

• The United States Constitution

• The Congress

• The Declaration of Independence

What was the main reason being a Supreme Court justice was not considered a fancy job at first?

• Low salary

• Lack of respect

• Extensive travel to different courts

• No official residence

Who was appointed as the Chief Justice by President John Adams in 1800?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Jay

• John Marshall

• James Madison

How long did John Marshall serve as the Chief Justice?

• 20 years

• 25 years

• 30 years

• 34 years

What is the process called when the Supreme Court checks if a law follows the Constitution?

• Legislative review

• Judicial review

• Executive review

• Constitutional review