Federal Court System

What was a major problem under the Articles of Confederation regarding the court system?

• There were too many national courts
• States had too little power
• There was no national court system
• The Supreme Court was too powerful

Which Article of the Constitution established the federal judiciary?

• Article I
• Article II
• Article III
• Article IV

Constitutional Courts were created under which Article?

• Article IV
• Article II
• Article I
• Article III

What is the term length for Tax Court judges?

• 10 years
• 12 years
• 15 years
• Life terms

Which court handles about 80% of federal cases?

• Supreme Court
• District Courts
• Court of Appeals
• Special Courts

How many judicial districts are the 50 states divided into?

• 50 districts
• 89 districts
• 100 districts
• 75 districts

Which type of jurisdiction means cases can only be heard in federal courts?

• Concurrent jurisdiction
• Appellate jurisdiction
• Exclusive jurisdiction
• Original jurisdiction

What is the minimum amount required for diverse citizenship cases?

• $25,000
• $75,000
• $50,000
• $100,000

How are federal court judges appointed?

• Elected by the people
• Chosen by Congress
• Selected by current judges
• Appointed by President and approved by Senate

What is the only way to remove a federal court judge?

• Presidential order
• Impeachment
• Congressional vote
• Supreme Court decision