Civics EOC Review- 3.9 The Judicial Branch

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What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?

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To interpret laws

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What is the main job of the judicial branch?

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To interpret the law

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What are the two types of trials mentioned?

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Criminal and Civil

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What amendments guarantee the right to a jury?

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Sixth and Seventh

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Which act established the federal court system? Options: The Constitution Act of 1787, The Judiciary Act of 1789, The Federalism Act of 1790, The Independence Act of 1776

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The Judiciary Act of 1789

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How many federal district courts are there in the United States?

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94

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What does 'dual court system' mean?

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Federal and state court systems

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What is 'original jurisdiction'?

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The authority to hear a case for the first time

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What does 'jurisdiction' mean in the context of courts?

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The power to hear a case

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What is required for a case to reach the Supreme Court?

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Passing through lower federal or state courts