Understanding the Supreme Court

The video explains the role and importance of the Supreme Court in the U.S. judicial system. It highlights the court's function in interpreting laws, resolving disputes between lower courts, and making final decisions on constitutional matters. The Supreme Court consists of nine justices appointed for life, and it selects around 80 significant cases annually from over 10,000 requests. The video also emphasizes the impact of the court's decisions on American life and encourages viewers to stay informed about its rulings.

Which of the following is NOT a famous courtroom mentioned in the video?

• The International Court of Justice

• Judge Judy's Court

• The People's Court

• The Supreme Court

What is the primary function of the legislative branch of the U.S. government?

• To enforce the laws

• To interpret the laws

• To write the laws

• To judge the laws

Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting the laws?

• Administrative

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

What is the highest court in the judicial branch of the U.S.?

• District Court

• Family Court

• Court of Appeals

• Supreme Court

How many justices serve on the Supreme Court?

• Nine

• Seven

• Eleven

• Thirteen

Who appoints the justices of the Supreme Court?

• The Senate

• The President

• The Chief Justice

• The House of Representatives

For how long do Supreme Court justices serve?

• 10 years

• 20 years

• For life

• Until retirement age

Approximately how many requests does the Supreme Court receive each year to review cases?

• 1,000

• 5,000

• 15,000

• 10,000

How many cases does the Supreme Court typically hear each term?

• 50

• 80

• 100

• 150

When does the Supreme Court usually wrap up its term?

• Late Winter

• Early Spring

• Early Summer

• Late Fall