Supreme Court Flashcard

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How many Supreme Court Justices were at the founding of the country? How many are there now? Options: 6 to 9, 4 to 8, 9 to 11, 3 to 5

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6 to 9

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How are Supreme Court Justices selected?

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The President selects them.

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Who confirms or rejects a Justice's appointment to the Supreme Court?

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The Senate

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What is it called when they confirm or reject the Justices Appointment?

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Checks and Balances

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What are the requirements to become a Supreme Court Justice?

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U.S. Citizen, 35 years of age, Must be an Attorney

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True or False: Justices have term limits.

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False

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What are the powers of the Supreme Court?

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The Supreme court has the final decision in cases.

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How did the Supreme Court get the power of Judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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What is Judicial Review?

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The power to interpret the constitutionality of a law.

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How does the Supreme Court affect the lower courts?

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The lower courts must follow their precedent.