U.S. Judicial System Quiz

What is the highest court in the United States?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• Appeals Court

Which type of law refers to legal measures passed to protect the welfare of society?

• Criminal law

• Civil law

• Constitutional law

• Administrative law

What is the burden of proof in a civil trial?

• Proof beyond a reasonable doubt

• Proof with absolute certainty

• Preponderance of evidence

• Clear and convincing evidence

Who is responsible for prosecuting criminal cases?

• Defendant

• Plaintiff

• Prosecution

• Judge

What is the role of the judge in a courtroom?

• Present evidence

• Make legal arguments

• Control legal proceedings

• Deliberate with the jury

In a civil trial, who is the person bringing the lawsuit to court?

• Defendant

• Plaintiff

• Prosecution

• Judge

What is the purpose of a legal brief?

• To summarize the case for the judge

• To present evidence to the jury

• To request a writ of certiorari

• To file an appeal

Which court has the authority to review decisions made in lower courts?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• Appeals Court

What is the geographic reach of trial courts in the federal system?

• Limited to the city or county

• Limited to the state

• Limited to the circuit

• Nationwide

What is the primary job of federal appeals courts?

• Review jury decisions

• Review district court decisions

• Review Supreme Court decisions

• Review state court decisions