Review of Lessons 7.5-7.6

What is the rule of law?

• The idea that laws apply to everyone equally and fairly.

• The concept that judges can make laws.

• The principle that only federal laws are important.

• The belief that laws should be decided by the public.

What is the role of a judge in a courtroom?

• To take sides during proceedings.

• To uphold the rule of law and ensure proper procedure.

• To decide the outcome of every case.

• To create new laws.

What is a summary judgment?

• A decision made by a jury.

• A decision made by a judge without sending it to a jury.

• A decision made by the public.

• A decision made by the appeals court.

What is original jurisdiction?

• The authority to hear a case on appeal.

• The authority to hear a case first.

• The authority to make laws.

• The authority to enforce laws.

How many U.S. courts of appeals are there?

• 50

• 94

• 12

• 25

What types of cases do federal courts hear?

• Only state law cases.

• Cases involving federal laws and issues beyond state authority.

• Only local disputes.

• Cases involving traffic violations.

How many justices serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?

• 5

• 7

• 9

• 11

What is a writ of certiorari?

• A type of criminal law

• A formal order to review a lower court case

• A statement of reasons for a decision

• A type of civil law

What is the role of a justice who disagrees with the majority in a Supreme Court decision?

• Write a majority opinion

• Write a concurring opinion

• Write a dissenting opinion

• Write a statute law

What are laws made by Congress or state legislatures called?

• Common law

• Criminal law

• Statute law

• Civil law