Judicial Branch

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Which article identifies the powers of the judicial branch?

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Article III

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How are Supreme Court justices chosen?

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By the President of the United States and confirmed by the Senate.

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How many justices are currently sitting on the Supreme Court?

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9

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How long can a justice serve on the Supreme Court?

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life

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Judicial review

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Judicial review is the power of the courts to review and potentially invalidate actions taken by the legislative and executive branches of government.

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Appellate court

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An appellate court is a court that hears appeals from lower courts.

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What is the Judiciary Act of 1789?

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The Judiciary Act of 1789 was a law passed by the United States Congress that established the federal court system and created the position of Attorney General.

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Who was the first female Supreme Court Justice? Options: Sandra Day O'Connor, Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Elena Kagan, Sonia Sotomayor

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Sandra Day O'Connor

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How many federal courts of appeals are there?

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13

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Who is the current chief justice of the Supreme Court? Options: Ruth Bader Ginsburg, Neil Gorsuch, Brett Kavanaugh, John Roberts

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John Roberts