Article III: The Courts

Question 1

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the authority given to the judicial branch

Question 2

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

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checks and balances.

Question 3

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a case between two states

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They wanted the judicial branch to reach its own conclusions.

Question 5

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The system of federal courts and a Supreme Court may give the judicial branch multiple opportunities to interpret the Constitution.

Question 6

During criminal cases, what is guaranteed by the Constitution?

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trial by jury

Question 7

Which explains a difference between an original case and appellate case that the Supreme Court hears?

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An appellate case has been heard by a lower court, while an original case has not.

Question 8

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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 9

Which explains why Supreme Court justices are given lifetime appointments?

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They protect justices from political pressure.

Question 10

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

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appellate

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