#1
Which of the following is a fundamental function of judicial bodies?
To interpret and apply laws
To enact legislation
To enforce executive orders
To regulate international trade
#2
What is the primary role of the judiciary in a democratic system?
To make and enforce laws
To interpret laws and resolve disputes
To implement economic policies
To regulate public utilities
#3
What is the term used to describe a legal dispute between private parties?
Civil case
Criminal case
Appellate case
Administrative case
#4
Which of the following is NOT a power typically held by judicial bodies?
Interpreting laws
Making laws
Reviewing laws
Applying laws
#5
What is the term for a legal doctrine that prevents a person from re-litigating issues that have already been decided in previous court cases?
Res judicata
Quid pro quo
Pro se
Ex parte
#6
Which type of jurisdiction gives a court the authority to hear a case for the first time?
Original jurisdiction
Appellate jurisdiction
Concurrent jurisdiction
Exclusive jurisdiction
#7
Which branch of government is responsible for exercising the judicial power?
Legislative
Executive
Judicial
Administrative
#8
What is the principle of judicial review?
The power of the judiciary to review and invalidate laws or actions deemed unconstitutional
The power of the executive to review judicial decisions
The power of the legislature to review judicial appointments
The power of the judiciary to review international treaties
#9
What is the term for a legal document that formally charges someone with a criminal offense?
Indictment
Subpoena
Warrant
Summons
#10
Which court is the highest appellate court in the United States?
District Court
Circuit Court
Supreme Court
Court of Appeals
#11
Who is the head of the judiciary in the United States?
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
President
Attorney General
Speaker of the House
#12
Which of the following is NOT a type of court typically found in the United States?
Small Claims Court
Tribunal Court
Bankruptcy Court
Family Court
#13
In which landmark case did the U.S. Supreme Court establish the principle of judicial review?
Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board of Education
Miranda v. Arizona
Roe v. Wade
#14
What does the Latin term 'stare decisis' mean in legal context?
To stand by things decided
To decide by standing
To stand before the court
To stand on a decision
#15
What is the term for a legal action brought by one or more plaintiffs on behalf of a larger group of people?
Class action
Petition
Lawsuit
Complaint
#16
Which court has the authority to review decisions made by administrative agencies?
Appellate Court
District Court
Specialized Court
Court of Appeals for Administrative Matters
#17
Which legal principle holds that the state must respect all legal rights owed to a person?
Due process
Equal protection
Habeas corpus
Procedural justice