10 Questions
What is the role of the Judicial Branch?
To interpret and define law
What are the 4 Jurisdictions?
Concurrent, Exclusive, Original, Appellate
Match the Following:
U.S. District Courts = Appellate Jurisdiction Supreme Court = Original Jurisdiction Court of Appeals = Both
Match the Following: How many Judges for each?
Supreme Court = 9 District Court = 3 Court of Appeals = 1
Which court is the principal trial court?
District Court
Which court is the "Last Resort"
Supreme
Trial does function like principal trials courts?
False
If case is selected to go to the Supreme Court the prosecutor has 30 mins to present arguments?
False
How many votes does it take to have the Majority Opinion?
5
Match the following Opinions with definitions
Dissenting Opinion = final decision on the case Concurring Opinion = who disagrees with the majority Majority Opinion = votes with majority, but disagrees with the reasoning as to why
Test your knowledge on the functions and responsibilities of the Judicial Branch in a government system. Learn more about how the Judicial Branch upholds the law, interprets the constitution, and ensures justice is served.
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