Judicial Branch Flashcard

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How many Supreme Court Justices sit on the Supreme Court?

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9

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Appellate Jurisdiction is when:

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a court reviews the decision of a lower court

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Original Jurisdiction is when: a court is the first to hear a case

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a court is the first to hear a case

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What is the opinion of the Supreme Court justices who make up the minority?

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Dissenting Opinion

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What is the correct description of the creation of the federal court system?

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The Constitution created the Supreme Court and Congress established the lower courts.

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How long may Supreme Court Justices serve?

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for life unless impeached, retire or die.

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• Exercises both original & appellate jurisdiction • Nine justices serving on the court • Established by Article III of the Constitution What is the best title for the list?

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The U.S. Supreme Court

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True or False: When you first begin a trial, you will be in an appellate court.

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False

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True or False: When you ask a higher court to review your case, you are making an appeal.

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True