Exploring the Judicial Branch

The video tutorial discusses the judicial branch of the U.S. government, explaining its structure, roles, and functions. It covers the three levels of courts: district courts, court of appeals, and the Supreme Court. The judicial branch interprets laws, resolves disputes, and ensures federal laws are applied uniformly. The video also explains the checks and balances system, where the executive branch nominates judges and the legislative branch confirms them. Details about the Supreme Court, including its composition and the process for amending decisions, are provided. The video concludes with an invitation for questions.

Which levels of courts make up the Judicial Branch?

• State Courts, Federal Courts, and Supreme Court

• District Courts, Court of Appeals, and Supreme Court

• Local Courts, State Courts, and Federal Courts

• Municipal Courts, District Courts, and Supreme Court

What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch?

• To amend laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

• To create laws

What happens if judges in different states interpret a federal law differently?

• The legislative branch intervenes

• The President decides the interpretation

• The case is taken to the Supreme Court

• The law is changed

Who has the power to nominate judges for the federal courts?

• The Supreme Court

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Senate

What is the role of the legislative branch in the judicial nomination process?

• They train the judges

• They appoint the judges

• They confirm the judges

• They nominate judges

How many judges are generally in the Supreme Court?

• Nine

• Seven

• Thirteen

• Eleven

What is the highest court in the United States?

• Supreme Court

• Court of Appeals

• District Court

• Federal Court

What can Congress do if they strongly disagree with a Supreme Court decision?

• Impeach the judges

• Ignore the decision

• Pass a constitutional amendment

• Overrule the decision

What is the only way to get around a Supreme Court decision?

• Pass a constitutional amendment

• Request a retrial

• Appeal to a higher court

• Pass a new law

What should students do if they have questions about the video content?

• Ignore their questions

• Search online

• Re-watch the video or ask the teacher

• Ask their classmates