Chief Justice Harlan Stone Takes Oath Of Office

Chief Justice Harlan Stone Takes Oath Of Office

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The transcript describes the appointment of a new Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court. The ceremony, characterized by its simplicity, was conducted by Wayne Hackett, Commissioner for the Rocky Mountain National Park. At the age of 68, Justice Stone was appointed as the 12th Chief Justice, marking a significant moment in the judiciary history.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was appointed as the Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court?

Justice Roberts

Justice Marshall

Justice Ginsburg

Justice Stone

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who administered the oath to the new Chief Justice?

A Supreme Court Judge

The Vice President

Wayne Hackett

The President

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of the ceremony for the Chief Justice's oath?

Lavish and grand

Casual and informal

Formal and strict

Simple and sincere

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

At what age did Justice Stone become the Chief Justice?

60

65

68

70

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many Chief Justices had there been before Justice Stone?

11

10

12

13