Sources of Law: the Constitution and the Judicial Branch

Question 1

In a Supreme Court opinion, such as Brown v. the Board of Education of Topeka, Brown is the petitioner in the case.

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True

Question 2

The Supreme Court reviews only about one percent of the cases submitted by petitioners for review.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

True

Question 3

The highest state courts can petition the US Supreme Court for a writ of certiorari to have their cases reviewed.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

True

Question 4

A juvenile, probate, or traffic court represents a court of general jurisdiction.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

False

Question 5

If a case involves a question on the first amendment, then that case can be tried in federal court.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

True

Question 6

Congress has the power to create special courts.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

True

Question 7

Bankruptcy matters are handled by local courts.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

False

Question 8

There are currently six Supreme Court justices, including one Chief Justice.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

False

Question 9

District courts serve as trial courts on the federal level.

Revolt · Accepted Answer

True

Question 10

The Constitution of the United States of America sets forth in great detail the structure of the federal court system.

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False

Sources of Law: the Constitution and the Judicial Branch Answers