Understanding U.S. Court System

Which of the following courts is the highest in the United States?

• State Court of Appeals

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• District Court

Which court is responsible for hearing appeals from lower federal courts?

• Appellate Court

• State Supreme Court

• Trial Court

• Supreme Court

Jurisdiction refers to:

• The role of the jury in a criminal trial.

• The authority of a court to hear and decide a case.

• The process of appealing a court decision.

• The power of the court to interpret laws.

The Supreme Court is the only court that can hear appeals from state courts.

• False

• True

Which type of case would be handled by a federal court?

• A divorce proceeding.

• A small claims lawsuit.

• A traffic violation in a local city.

• A dispute between two states.

Which court is primarily responsible for interpreting the Constitution?

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

• State Court

What is the primary function of a trial court?

• To review decisions made by lower courts.

• To interpret laws and the Constitution.

• To hear and decide cases for the first time.

• To handle appeals from state courts.

Which of the following is a characteristic of a civil case?

• Involves criminal charges.

• Seeks to resolve disputes between individuals or organizations.

• Always results in imprisonment.

• Is handled exclusively by federal courts.

What is the role of the jury in a criminal trial?

• To interpret the law.

• To decide the guilt or innocence of the defendant.

• To hear appeals from lower courts.

• To enforce court orders.

Which court would handle a case involving a violation of federal law?

• State Court

• District Court

• Appellate Court

• Supreme Court