How The Supreme Court Became What It Is Today

The video discusses recent Supreme Court decisions affecting abortion, gun laws, and more, highlighting the court's conservative majority. It covers the court's history, structure, and the debate over expanding the number of justices. The process of appointing justices, their lifetime tenure, and the court's procedures are also explained, emphasizing its role in interpreting U.S. laws.

What was one of the major decisions made by the US Supreme Court recently?

• Overturning Roe v Wade

• Establishing a new federal holiday

• Increasing the number of justices

• Banning all firearms

How many justices currently make up the US Supreme Court?

• Nine

• Twelve

• Six

• Thirteen

Who is responsible for confirming a president's Supreme Court nominees?

• The President

• The Senate

• The Chief Justice

• The House of Representatives

What is a unique aspect of the US Supreme Court compared to other judicial bodies?

• It follows a strict ethics code

• It has a rotating Chief Justice

• It does not have to follow an ethics code

• It is subject to the federal freedom of Information Act

What is the primary responsibility of the US Supreme Court?

• To legislate new laws

• To ensure equal justice under law

• To manage state courts

• To conduct presidential elections

How many cases does the Supreme Court typically choose to review each session?

• 1000

• 500

• 100

• 50

When does the Supreme Court's term begin?

• October

• January

• April

• July