Unit 3.5 CL Review

How are federal judges selected according to the Constitution?

• They are elected by the public.

• They are appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate.

• They are chosen by the Supreme Court.

• They are selected by the House of Representatives.

The federal court system hears cases related to:

• state laws

• federal laws

• international laws

• local ordinances

Which court system handles most criminal cases, probate, and family law cases?

• Federal Court System

• State Court System

Federal judges are nominated by the President and confirmed by the Senate.

• true

• false

State court judges in every state are appointed for life.

• true

• false

U.S. Bankruptcy Courts handle bankruptcy cases.

• true

• false

Parties dissatisfied with a U.S. District Court decision can appeal directly to the U.S. Supreme Court.

• true

• false

The U.S. Supreme Court is the final arbiter of federal constitutional questions.

• true

• false

State courts cannot handle criminal cases.

• true

• false

In the inquisitorial model, what role does the court play during the trial?

• Neutral umpire

• Passive observer

• Only hears arguments from both sides

• Active participant in gathering evidence