Government Review Part 3: The Judicial Branch

The video tutorial covers the judicial branch of the government, focusing on its role in interpreting laws based on the Georgia Constitution. It explains the structure of the judicial system, including trial and appellate courts, and details the differences between civil and criminal cases. The video also discusses the selection process for judges in Georgia and provides practice questions to reinforce learning.

What are the three elements of the state motto represented by the seal with three arrows?

• Honor, Courage, and Strength

• Liberty, Fraternity, and Equality

• Wisdom, Justice, and Moderation

• Freedom, Equality, and Justice

How long is the term for a Supreme Court Judge in Georgia?

• 10 years

• 8 years

• 6 years

• 4 years

What document do judges use to decide if a law is constitutional or unconstitutional?

• The Georgia Constitution

• The Federalist Papers

• The U.S. Constitution

• The Bill of Rights

What is the primary function of trial courts?

• To review judgments made by other courts

• To interpret the law based on the Georgia Constitution

• To measure people's actions or intentions against the law

• To handle appeals

Which type of court reviews judgments made by trial courts and looks for mistakes?

• Magistrate Court

• Civil Court

• Criminal Court

• Appellate Court

In a civil case, who is the person that complains about another person or group?

• Plaintiff

• Mediator

• Defendant

• Prosecutor

What is the role of a mediator in a conflict?

• To enforce the law

• To help both sides come to an agreement

• To decide the outcome of a trial

• To accuse someone of wrongdoing

What does a partisan election mean?

• An election for non-partisan positions

• An election associated with a political party

• An election involving multiple countries

• An election based on judicial review

Which of the following is a characteristic of an appellate court?

• It handles civil cases

• It has juries

• It reviews decisions made by other courts

• It handles search warrants

Which court deals with search warrants?

• Juvenile Court

• Probate Court

• Magistrate Court

• State Court