by David Wong
The Judicial Branch of the United States plays a critical role in interpreting the Constitution and ensuring justice is served. This quiz will take you through various aspects of the judiciary, including its structure, key functions, and significant historical cases. Sharpen your legal knowledge and see how well you understand the backbone of the American legal system. Good luck and enjoy the challenge!
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Judicial Branch Quiz Questions Overview
1. What is the highest court in the United States?
Court of Appeals
Supreme Court
District Court
Magistrate Court
2. How many justices are on the U.S. Supreme Court?
7
9
11
13
3. Who appoints Supreme Court justices?
The Senate
The President
The House of Representatives
The Chief Justice
4. Which case established the principle of judicial review?
Brown v. Board of Education
Marbury v. Madison
Roe v. Wade
Plessy v. Ferguson
5. What is the term length for a Supreme Court Justice?
4 years
8 years
12 years
Life tenure
6. Which article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the Judicial Branch?
Article I
Article II
Article III
Article IV
7. What is the primary function of the Judicial Branch?
To make laws
To enforce laws
To interpret laws
To amend laws
8. Which Supreme Court case ruled that ‘separate but equal’ was unconstitutional?
Plessy v. Ferguson
Brown v. Board of Education
Dred Scott v. Sandford
Gideon v. Wainwright
9. What is a writ of certiorari?
A type of legal brief
A request for a lower court to send records to a higher court
A court order to release a prisoner
A judicial opinion
10. Which body confirms the appointments of Supreme Court justices?
The House of Representatives
The Senate
The Executive Branch
The Judicial Conference
11. What is the role of the Chief Justice of the United States?
To lead the Executive Branch
To preside over the Senate
To preside over the Supreme Court
To draft legislation
12. Which amendment guarantees the right to a fair trial?
First Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
13. What is judicial activism?
Judicial restraint
Judicial review
Judicial activism
Judicial precedent
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