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What is the primary role of the judicial branch in the U.S.?

Explain and interpret laws (correct)
Create laws
Enforce laws
Amend the Constitution

How many justices make up the Supreme Court in the U.S.?

5 justices
9 justices (correct)
12 justices
10 justices

Who nominates Supreme Court justices in the U.S.?

The Supreme Court
The Senate
The President (correct)
The House of Representatives

What is a key function of the Supreme Court in the U.S.?

Determining constitutionality of laws and presidential actions (D) Signup and view all the answers

Under the federal system in the United States, how many legal systems exist?

2 legal systems (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for determining the constitutionality of laws, presidential actions, and treaties?

Judicial branch (B) Signup and view all the answers

What is the process for appointing Supreme Court justices in the U.S.?

Nomination by the President and approval by the Senate (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which type of cases does the Supreme Court hear first?

Cases involving disputes between states (C) Signup and view all the answers

What distinguishes the federal legal system in the U.S. from state legal systems?

Type of laws created (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which part of the U.S. government deals with laws created by Congress and treaties with other nations?

Legislative branch (A) Signup and view all the answers