Chapter 8 Gateway Book

Which article of the Constitution established the judicial branch?

• Article I

• Article II

• Article III

• Article IV

What is the role of the Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court?

• To write laws

• To preside over the Supreme Court and act as its spokesperson

• To appoint judges

• To veto legislation

How are Supreme Court Justices nominated and confirmed?

• Nominated by the Senate and confirmed by the President

• Nominated by the President and confirmed by a majority vote in the Senate

• Elected by the public

• Appointed by the Chief Justice

What is the term length for federal judges?

• 4 years

• 10 years

• Life, as long as they maintain "good behavior"

• Until age 65

How many U.S. District Courts are there today?

• 50

• 75

• 94

• 100

What is the primary function of U.S. District Courts?

• To review laws

• To conduct trials

• To create laws

• To appoint judges

What is the role of the U.S. Courts of Appeals?

• To conduct trials

• To review cases on appeal

• To create laws

• To appoint judges

What is a writ of certiorari?

• A type of court order

• A new law

• A jury decision

• A presidential veto

What is the significance of Marbury v. Madison?

• It established the power of judicial review

• It created the U.S. District Courts

• It abolished the Supreme Court

• It allowed for presidential vetoes

How many U.S. Courts of Appeals are there today?

• 10

• 11

• 12

• 13