Unit 4: The Judicial Branch Vocabulary

Select the correct definition of 'Supreme Court'.

• Supreme Court is the highest judicial body in a country.

• Supreme Court is a trial court that hears criminal cases.

• Supreme Court is the legislative body of a state.

• Supreme Court is a regional court in charge of minor civil disputes.

The role of a 'Judge' is to preside over court proceedings.

• To preside over court proceedings

• To represent the parties in a trial

• To provide legal advice

• To enforce laws

The term 'Constitutionality' refers to compliance with the provisions of a country's constitution.

• Compliance with the constitution

• The process of writing a new constitution

• The act of amending a constitution

• A ceremonial title

• None of the above

The meaning of 'Appeal' is as follows:

• A formal request to a higher authority for the reevaluation of a decision

• An emotional plea to garner public sympathy

• A method of advertising to attract consumers

• A formal invitation to participate in an event

The President of the United States is the head of the Executive branch, serving also as Commander in Chief.

• Chief Executive and Commander in Chief

• Chief Justice and Law Maker

• Head of the Legislative Branch

• Leading State Governor

Fill in the blank: The President is responsible for enforcing federal laws, conducting foreign policy, and acting as the ______ of the armed forces.

• Commander-in-Chief

• Chief Justice

• Secretary of Defense

• Speaker of the House

Which of the following is a responsibility of the President of the United States?

• Enforcing federal laws

• Conducting foreign policy

• Acting as Commander-in-Chief

• All of the above

What is the definition of 'Supreme Court'?

• The highest federal court in a country.

• A lower appellate court.

• A trial court.

• A legislative body.

Use 'Supreme Court' in a sentence.

• The Supreme Court made a ruling on the case.

• The Supreme Court is a popular movie theater.

• The Supreme Court was a high school in my town.

• The Supreme Court sold fresh apples.

The definition of 'Justice' is:

• Fairness

• Equality

• Revenge

• Authority