Front

How many judges are on the U.S. Supreme Court? Options: 5, 7, 9, 11

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9

Front

The Supreme Court justices decide to hear about this many cases each term.

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80

Front

The _______ branch of government may decide if a law is unconstitutional.

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Judicial

Front

Who has the power to appoint a Supreme Court Judge, when there is an open spot on the court?

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President

Front

What is the length of term of office for a judge on the Supreme Court?

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for life

Front

What is a justice?

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Judge

Front

Who ratifies (approves) the judges who are nominated to serve on the Supreme Court? Options: A majority of the state legislatures, Members of the House Finance Committee, The entire U.S. House of Representatives, The U.S. Senate

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The U.S. Senate

Front

A case involving the breaking of the law

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Criminal

Front

A case involving the rights of an individual. Options: Criminal, Civil, Appellate, Bench Trial

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Civil

Front

The Supreme Court’s power to declare a law unconstitutional and overturn it

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Judicial Review