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04.01 The Judicial Branch

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Which of the following describes the selection of federal judges?
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The president nominates someone to fill a vacancy, and the Senate confirms the choice.
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Which of the following does Article III of the U.S. Constitution give Congress the power to do?
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establish lower courts
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Which of the following cases would be heard first in a state trial court?
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damages related to a car accident
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During a jury trial,
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each side in a criminal or civil case will present evidence to support their position
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Which of the following cases would the U.S. Supreme Court be the first to hear?
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a criminal trial involving a U.S. ambassador
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Which of the following is true about the Supreme Court justices?
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The Chief Justice and associate justices serve for life or until resignation.
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Petitions to the U.S. Supreme Court have
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increased over time and are primarily accepted by writ of certiorari
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Jurisdiction means the
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authority to hear and rule on a certain type of case
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The U.S. Supreme Court accepts
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about one percent of cases requested for review
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Most federal judges serve for
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life or until resignation
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Which of the following established the federal court system, including circuits and appellate courts?
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The Judiciary Act of 1789
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Article III of the U.S. Constitution
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names only the Supreme Court