Understanding the Supreme Court's Role

The video tutorial covers the judicial branch, focusing on its structure, the role of the Supreme Court, and the concept of checks and balances. It explains the appointment process of justices, their lifetime tenure, and the conditions for impeachment. The tutorial also discusses the Supreme Court's jurisdiction, differentiating between original and appellate cases. The significance of the Marbury vs. Madison case is highlighted, emphasizing its role in establishing judicial review.

What is the main focus of Unit Seven in the course?

• The Judicial Branch

• The Legislative Branch

• The Executive Branch

• The Bill of Rights

How many justices are there in the Supreme Court?

• Seven

• Eleven

• Thirteen

• Nine

Who appoints the justices of the Supreme Court?

• The House of Representatives

• The Chief Justice

• The President

• The Senate

What must happen for a presidential appointment to the Supreme Court to be finalized?

• Approval by the Vice President

• Approval by the Supreme Court

• Approval by the Senate

• Approval by the House of Representatives

What is the term length for a Supreme Court justice?

• Ten years

• Four years

• Life term

• Twenty years

What does 'appellate jurisdiction' mean for the Supreme Court?

• The court hears cases for the first time

• The court reviews decisions from lower courts

• The court only hears criminal cases

• The court only hears civil cases

Which court is considered the main trial court in the judicial system?

• The Court of Appeals

• The Family Court

• The District Court

• The Supreme Court

What was the significance of the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• It expanded the powers of the President

• It limited the power of the Supreme Court

• It established the power of judicial review

• It abolished the appellate jurisdiction

What power did the Marbury vs. Madison case grant to the Supreme Court?

• The power to veto legislation

• The power to appoint justices

• The power to interpret laws

• The power to determine the constitutionality of laws

What is the primary role of the Supreme Court as highlighted in the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• To create laws

• To enforce laws

• To interpret the constitutionality of laws

• To manage state courts