Justice Department Wants Review Of Boston Marathon Bomber Ruling

The Department of Justice is requesting the Supreme Court to review a federal appeals court's decision to overturn the sentence of the convicted Boston Marathon bomber. The appeals court found that the judge did not adequately screen jurors for biases, which could lead to a new penalty phase trial with a different jury to decide on the death penalty. The 2013 bombing resulted in three deaths and over 260 injuries.

What action is the DOJ taking regarding the Boston Marathon bomber's case?

• Asking the Supreme Court to review a decision

• Appealing for a reduced sentence

• Seeking a pardon

• Requesting a new trial

What was the reason given by the appeals court for vacating the sentence?

• The evidence was insufficient

• The judge did not properly screen jurors for biases

• The trial was held in the wrong jurisdiction

• The defense was not allowed to present key witnesses

What could be the consequence of the appeals court's ruling?

• The original sentence could be reinstated

• A new penalty phase trial with a new set of jurors

• The bomber could be released

• The case could be dismissed

How many people were killed in the 2013 Boston Marathon bombing?

• Four

• Three

• Two

• Five

Approximately how many people were injured in the Boston Marathon bombing?

• Over 260

• Over 200

• Over 300

• Over 100