The American Court System Explained
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History, Social Studies
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6th - 12th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the first step in the federal court system if you are accused of a federal crime?
Go directly to circuit courts
File a writ of certiorari
Appeal to the Supreme Court
Start in district courts
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How many district courts are there in the United States?
50
94
200
150
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the term used for the Supreme Court's agreement to hear a case?
Writ of certiorari
Judicial review
Habeas corpus
Amicus curiae
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What percentage of cases are typically heard by the Supreme Court?
Less than 1%
10%
25%
50%
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the most common outcome for criminal cases in state courts?
Acquittal
Guilty plea
Jury trial
Dismissal
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In civil cases, what must be demonstrated to win a lawsuit?
Clear and convincing evidence
Beyond a reasonable doubt
Probable cause
Preponderance of the evidence
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the minimum amount for which you can demand a jury trial in a civil case?
$100
$500
$300
$1000
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