Fed v State courts

What article of the Constitution created the U.S. Courts? For more information, visit U.S. Courts.

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

During a school debate, Kai argued about which court is the final arbiter of federal constitutional questions.

• U.S. Court of Appeals

• U.S. District Court

• State Supreme Court

• U.S. Supreme Court

How are federal judges selected?

• Elected by the public

• Appointed by the President and confirmed by the Senate

• Appointed by the Supreme Court

• Elected by Congress

Maya is studying law and wants to specialize in a field that deals with financial distress and insolvency. Which type of cases should she focus on if she wants to work in U.S. Bankruptcy Courts?

• Family law cases

• Bankruptcy cases

• Civil cases

• Criminal cases

Emma is studying for her civics exam and comes across a question: What is the highest court in most state court systems?

• Court of Appeals

• District Court

• Circuit Court

• Supreme Court

Arjun is studying different types of cases heard by federal courts for his law class. Which of the following is NOT a type of case he would learn about?

• Habeas corpus issues

• Probate cases

• Admiralty law

• Disputes between states

Grace is studying criminal justice and is curious about the role of U.S. probation and pretrial services officers. What is their role?

• To prosecute federal cases

• To appoint federal judges

• To serve the federal courts and protect communities

• To defend accused individuals

Liam was arrested and charged with a crime. During his trial, he insisted on having a lawyer to represent him. Which amendment guarantees his right to representation by counsel?

• First Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Sixth Amendment

What is the purpose of the Judicial Conference of the U.S.?

• To create state laws

• To appoint federal judges

• To oversee state court systems

• To be the national policymaking body for the federal courts

Nora received a letter from the federal court asking her to fulfill a civic duty. Which of the following duties is related to the federal courts?

• Running for public office

• Paying taxes

• Serving on a jury

• Voting in elections