The Judicial Branch

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The judicial branch is one of three branches of government. It is made up of a system of ____________ that is responsible for interpreting the law.

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courts

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In the United States judicial branch there are ____ sets of courts.

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2

Front

What does the word appellate or appeal mean?

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challenge

Front

Which term describes the idea that every American citizen has the right to fair legal treatment? Options: jurisdiction, due process, appellate, plaintiff

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due process

Front

The official word for the separation between federal and state/local government is?

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federalism

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What term describes the power held by the judicial branch to determine if laws or executive acts are constitutional?

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judicial review

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Which landmark court case established the idea of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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What is the highest court in the land?

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Supreme Court of the United States

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How many justices make up the Supreme Court of the United States?

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9

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How long is the term of a Supreme Court justice?

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lifelong term