Unit 3 - The Judicial Branch Review Assessment

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What requirements does the Constitution list for federal judge eligibility?

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None

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What is the term of office for federal judges?

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Life

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How can federal judges be removed from office?

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By retirement, death, or impeachment with conviction

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Who appoints the Supreme Court Justices?

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The President

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How is a Supreme Court Justice confirmed?

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By a simple majority vote in the Senate

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What is the role of the Senate Judiciary Committee in the selection of Supreme Court Justices?

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They hold hearings to question the nominee.

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Who is the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court?

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Chief Justice John G. Roberts, Jr.

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What is considered the main power of the Supreme Court today?

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Judicial review

Front

Which Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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What do advocates of judicial restraint believe regarding the role of the Court?

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The Court should avoid overturning laws created by democratically elected institutions.