Module 5 Review

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The Supreme Court has the power to ______.

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declare a state law to be unconstitutional

Front

As a result of the Supreme Court ruling in Miranda v Arizona (1966), a person accused of a crime is entitled to ______.

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a reading of his or her rights at the time of arrest

Front

Which action is an example of judicial review?

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The Supreme Court overturns a law because it is unconstitutional.

Front

Why does the Supreme Court not agree to hear all cases?

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There are too many requests for one court to hear.

Front

Civil law exists to help resolve conflicts between _____.

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citizens

Front

Which is considered the highest appellate court? Options: U.S. Appellate Court, U.S. Supreme Court, U.S. District Court, U.S. Court of Appeals

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U.S. Supreme Court

Front

Which is the lowest level of the federal court system established by Congress?

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U.S. District Court

Front

When a federal judge is appointed, how long is their term?

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Life

Front

Since 1869, how many Supreme Court justices sit on the bench? Hint It's the same number that there is today.

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9

Front

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of criminal law? Resolved noncriminal issues concerning property damage, Identifies laws that were broken, Discourages undesirable behavior by issuing punishments, Prosecutes an accused person

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Discourages undesirable behavior by issuing punishments