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Judicial Branch: Origins and Functions

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What is the main role of the Supreme Court in the United States?

Overseeing international treaties

Interpreting the Constitution and declaring laws unconstitutional (correct)

Creating new laws for the country

Advising the President on policy decisions

How many Courts of Appeals are there in the United States?

13 Courts of Appeals (correct)

5 Courts of Appeals

10 Courts of Appeals

20 Courts of Appeals

What is judicial review?

The process of selecting judges for federal courts

The power of courts to determine the constitutionality of laws or governmental actions (correct)

The process of amending the Constitution

The process of impeaching federal judges

How is the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court appointed?

Appointed by the President and approved by the Senate Signup and view all the answers

What happens if a law is declared unconstitutional by a court?

The law is struck down and becomes invalid Signup and view all the answers

How many Federal District Courts are there in the United States?

94 Federal District Courts Signup and view all the answers

What is the main focus of the Supreme Court?

Interpreting the Constitution Signup and view all the answers

Which court serves as the trial court of the Federal Judicial system?

District Court Signup and view all the answers

How are judges appointed to the District Courts?

By a nomination from the President and confirmation by the Senate Signup and view all the answers

What is the responsibility of the Court of Appeals?

Reviewing cases from the District Courts Signup and view all the answers

Why is judicial independence important in the legal system?

To ensure fair and impartial hearings Signup and view all the answers

What can lead to a lack of trust in judges according to the text?

Following public opinion consistently Signup and view all the answers