Supreme Court Basics

What is the official title of the Supreme Court's leader?

• Head Justice

• Supreme Justice

• Chief Justice

• Principal Justice

Who has the constitutional power to appoint Supreme Court Justices?

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• Congress

• The Senate Majority Leader

Which body must confirm Supreme Court appointments?

• The House of Representatives

• The Senate

• State Governors

• Current Supreme Court Justices

Which concept describes the Court's power to determine if laws are constitutional?

• Judicial Review

• Legal Oversight

• Constitutional Authority

• Supreme Power

What is a requirement to become a Supreme Court Justice?

• Native born U.S. citizen

• Legal experience

• Law degree

• Presidential nomination

How long do Supreme Court Justices serve?

• 4 years

• 8 years

• Life terms

• 10 years

What is the minimum number of Justices needed to hear a case?

• All 9 Justices

• 6 Justices

• 5 Justices

• 7 Justices

Approximately how many cases does the Supreme Court hear annually?

• 70-80 cases

• 150-200 cases

• 500-600 cases

• 1000+ cases

Why are state court cases less common in the Supreme Court?

• State cases are less important

• Must involve federal law or constitutional issues

• State courts are more efficient

• States prefer local resolution

In which type of case does the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?

• Criminal cases

• Civil rights cases

• Disputes between states

• Individual tax cases