10 Questions
What is the role of the judiciary according to the text?
Interpreting laws
Which type of court is responsible for correcting errors made by lower courts?
Court of Appeals
What is the main difference between judicial activism and judicial restraint?
Following original intent vs. interpreting in the context of today
In the federal court system, what is exclusive jurisdiction?
Cases involving a person charged with a federal crime
Which level of court usually has original jurisdiction in the state court system?
Courts of General Jurisdiction
What is the term length for federal judges once appointed?
Life with good behavior
What is the purpose of a writ of certiorari in the context of the text?
To request a lower court to send a case for review
'Judicial review' refers to the power of judges to:
Decide constitutionality of government actions
'Court of last resort' is a term that refers to:
The Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS)
What must happen before the Supreme Court takes on a case for review?
At least 4 justices must agree to take it on.
Learn about the American judiciary system including the roles of legislature, executive, and judicial branches. Explore the creation of a National Judiciary and the structure of State Courts.
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