2.9 Article III: The Courts

Question 1

During criminal cases, what is guaranteed by the Constitution?

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trial by jury

Question 2

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The framers of the Constitution believed that as the country grew, more courts would be needed to meet its needs.

Question 3

Which is a true statement about federal justices?

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They serve lifetime terms.

Question 4

Under which jurisdiction would further review of a federal court decision fall under?

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appellate

Question 5

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the authority given to the judicial branch

Question 6

The selection of federal justices by the executive branch is an example of

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checks and balances.

Question 7

Appellate jurisdiction refers to

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the Supreme Court’s authority to hear a case from a lower court.

Question 8

The final authority on legal questions in the United States is

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the Supreme Court

Question 9

The Constitution gives Congress the power to create federal courts

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lower than the Supreme Court.

2.9 Article III: The Courts Answers