Supreme Court Ruling on Trump's Immunity

Supreme Court Ruling on Trump's Immunity

Assessment

Interactive Video

History, Social Studies, Journalism

10th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Mia Campbell

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The video covers a Supreme Court ruling on former President Trump's claim of immunity from criminal prosecution for actions during his presidency. The court recognized immunity for official acts but rejected it for unofficial acts. Chief Justice John Roberts delivered the majority opinion, while Justice Sonia Sotomayor dissented, emphasizing that no one is above the law. The decision impacts Trump's potential federal prosecution for the January 6th insurrection. Trump responded positively to the ruling on social media.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the breaking news introduced at the beginning of the video?

A new law passed by Congress

A Supreme Court case involving former President Trump

An international trade agreement

A natural disaster in the US

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Supreme Court rule regarding Trump's immunity claims?

He has full immunity for all actions

He has no immunity at all

He has immunity for official acts but not unofficial ones

He has immunity only for actions after his presidency

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to Chief Justice John Roberts, what is the extent of presidential immunity?

Presidents cannot be prosecuted for exercising core constitutional powers

Presidents have no immunity for any actions

Presidents can be prosecuted for all actions

Presidents are above the law

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Justice Sonia Sotomayor's stance on the ruling?

She agreed with the majority opinion

She believed the ruling undermines the principle that no one is above the law

She thought the ruling was too lenient

She had no opinion on the matter

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the 6-3 decision mentioned in the video?

It indicates a divided opinion among the justices

It means the decision was postponed

It reflects a new law being passed

It shows a unanimous agreement

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the Supreme Court's decision affect Trump's legal challenges?

It will have no impact

It could prevent him from facing federal charges for January 6th

It guarantees he will face charges

It allows him to run for office again

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Trump's reaction to the Supreme Court's decision?

He decided to appeal the decision

He claimed it was a victory for the Constitution and democracy

He remained silent on the matter

He expressed disappointment

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What platform did Trump use to share his reaction to the ruling?

Truth Social

Facebook

Instagram

Twitter

9.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential impact of the ruling on Trump's role in the January 6th Insurrection?

It ensures he will be prosecuted

It has no impact on his role

It affects whether he faces federal charges

It clears him of all charges