2.6 | Judicial Branch

What is the term length for justices on the U.S. Supreme Court?

• 10 years

• 4 years

• Life

• Until age 70

Who appoints the justices of the U.S. Supreme Court?

• The Chief Justice

• The House of Representatives

• The President

• The Senate

What is the primary role of the U.S. Supreme Court?

• To make laws

• To collect taxes

• To enforce laws

• To interpret laws

How many justices currently serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?

• Fifteen

• Six

• Nine

• Twelve

What is required to become a U.S. Supreme Court justice?

• Must be at least 35 years old

• Must have served in Congress

• Must be a natural-born citizen

• No specific requirements

Which branch of government has the power to add seats to the Supreme Court?

• The State Governments

• The Judicial Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Executive Branch

What is one commonality among all current and former Supreme Court justices?

• They all served in the military

• They all worked as attorneys

• They all were governors

• They were all born in the United States

What is one of the powers of the Supreme Court?

• To declare war

• To review decisions made by lower courts

• To collect taxes

• To appoint senators

What does the First Amendment ensure according to the Supreme Court?

• Right to a fair trial

• Freedom of speech

• Separation of church and state

• Right to bear arms

What happens if two states have a legal dispute?

• The states must resolve it themselves

• The Senate votes

• The Supreme Court decides

• The President decides