Understanding the U.S. Judicial System
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Social Studies
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9th - 10th Grade
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Easy
Kristy Bryan
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15 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What phrase is inscribed on the Supreme Court building, representing a core principle of the U.S. legal system?
Liberty and Justice for All
Equal Justice Under Law
In God We Trust
The People's Court
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary role of the Judicial Branch in the U.S. government?
Making laws
Enforcing laws
Interpreting laws
Declaring war
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the name of the system that divides governmental powers among different branches to prevent any single group from having too much control?
Federalism
Separation of Powers
Popular Sovereignty
Judicial Review
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the most significant outcome of the Marbury v. Madison case?
It established the President's power to appoint judges
It affirmed the power of states to create their own laws
It established the principle of judicial review
It led to the impeachment of Chief Justice Marshall
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens to a law if the Supreme Court declares it unconstitutional?
It is sent back to Congress for revision
It is put to a public vote
It is declared null and void
It is enforced only in certain states
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What are state laws primarily based upon?
The United States Constitution
Laws enacted by state legislatures and state constitutions
International treaties
Executive orders from the President
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a court's authority to hear a case known as?
Original jurisdiction
Appellate jurisdiction
Jurisdiction
Legal precedent
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