Supreme Court Nominations Quiz

What are the possible reasons for a vacancy in the Supreme Court?

• Retirement, impeachment, or passing of a justice

• Resignation, impeachment, or election

• Retirement, resignation, or election

• Impeachment, election, or passing of a justice

What is the role of the Senate Judiciary Committee in the Supreme Court nomination process?

• To finalize the Supreme Court decision

• To nominate candidates for the President

• To hold hearings and vote on the nominee

• To appoint the nominee directly

What can the Senate Judiciary Committee do if they have concerns about a nominee's character?

• Ignore the concerns and proceed

• Appoint the nominee without a hearing

• Add additional witnesses to address concerns

• Directly reject the nominee

What is required for the Senate to end a debate on a Supreme Court nominee?

• A simple majority of 51 senators

• A unanimous vote

• Approval of 60 senators

• A decision by the Vice President

How can a Supreme Court appointment impact the United States?

• It only affects the President's approval rating

• It has no significant impact

• It changes the Constitution

• It can lead to an ideological shift in the court