11-14 Judicial Branch

Front

The Supreme Court case known as Marbury v. Madison gave the court the power of _____ [which allows the court to declare laws 'unconstitutional'].

Back

judicial review

Front

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

Back

To interpret the Constitution and review laws

Front

Which of the following is a right guaranteed to defendants in criminal trials?

• The right to a private trial
• The right to remain silent
• The right to choose the judge
• The right to unlimited appeals

Back

The right to remain silent

Front

What is judicial review?

Back

The power of courts to declare laws unconstitutional

Front

Which court is primarily responsible for hearing appeals from lower courts?

Back

Appellate Court

Front

Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution protects freedom of speech?

Back

First Amendment

Front

What is the "majority opinion" in a Supreme Court decision?

Back

The opinion agreed upon by more than half of the justices

Front

Which of the following cases is an example of a First Amendment case? Brown v. Board of Education, Miranda v. Arizona, Tinker v. Des Moines, Roe v. Wade

Back

Tinker v. Des Moines

Front

What is the primary focus of civil rights cases?

Back

Equal protection under the law

Front

What is the purpose of an appellate court?

Back

To review decisions made by lower courts