Supreme Court Starts New Term With 8 Justices

Supreme Court Starts New Term With 8 Justices

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The video discusses the high court's operations during the pandemic, focusing on Delaware's constitutional requirement for an even number of Conservative and Liberal judges. It highlights the current political climate's influence on court hearings and the presidential election, with a mention of nominee Amy Coney Barrett. Caitlin Baldwin concludes the segment.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are the high courts adapting their procedures due to the pandemic?

By holding in-person sessions with limited attendance

By postponing all hearings until further notice

By using video conferencing for all cases

By conducting hearings via phone

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of the first case being heard by the high courts?

The legality of remote hearings

Delaware's requirement for a balanced number of judges

The appointment of a new Supreme Court justice

The impact of the pandemic on court operations

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does Delaware's constitutional provision require for some state courts?

A majority of Liberal judges

An equal number of Conservative and Liberal judges

A majority of Conservative judges

An odd number of judges

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What current political issue is affecting the courts?

The introduction of new technology in courtrooms

Partisanship and its influence on judicial appointments

The pandemic's impact on court operations

The retirement of several justices

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which upcoming event is influenced by the current partisanship in courts?

The introduction of new court legislation

The appointment of a new Chief Justice

The presidential election

The next Supreme Court session