Why the Supreme Court may be releasing decisions unusually late this year

Why the Supreme Court may be releasing decisions unusually late this year

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The video discusses the unusual number of major undecided cases in the US Supreme Court, including issues like presidential immunity and gun rights. Delays in releasing opinions may indicate tension among justices. Major cases are often released at the end of the term due to their importance and complexity. Expert insights suggest these cases are worked on intensively, similar to a term paper.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is unusual about the current situation with the US Supreme Court cases?

The court has decided to not hear any cases this term.

There are many significant cases still undecided.

All cases have been decided quickly.

There are no major cases pending.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is a potential reason for the delay in releasing Supreme Court opinions?

The court is waiting for public opinion.

There is tension among the justices.

The cases are not important.

The justices are on vacation.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What must happen before a majority opinion is released by the Supreme Court?

The public must be informed first.

All justices must agree unanimously.

The President must approve it.

A majority of the court must agree to its release.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are major Supreme Court cases often decided at the end of the term?

They are the most important and require more work.

They require less time to decide.

The justices prefer to delay decisions.

They are less important.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which recent event did the Supreme Court delay decisions into July and August?

The COVID-19 pandemic.

The 2008 financial crisis.

The 2020 Olympic Games.

The 2016 presidential election.