#1
Which Article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the judicial branch?
Article I
Article II
Article III
Article IV
#2
What is the highest court in the United States?
Court of Appeals
Supreme Court
District Court
Circuit Court
#3
How many justices serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?
#4
Who appoints federal judges in the United States?
President
Senate
House of Representatives
Supreme Court
#5
Which landmark case established the principle of judicial review by the Supreme Court?
Brown v. Board of Education
Marbury v. Madison
Roe v. Wade
Miranda v. Arizona
#6
What is the purpose of a grand jury in the U.S. legal system?
To determine guilt or innocence
To hear preliminary evidence and decide if there's enough for a trial
To conduct a trial
To issue arrest warrants
#7
Which federal court system handles bankruptcy cases in the United States?
District Court
Circuit Court
Bankruptcy Court
Supreme Court
#8
In a criminal trial, what is the standard of proof required for a conviction?
Preponderance of the evidence
Beyond a reasonable doubt
Clear and convincing evidence
Probable cause
#9
What is the term length for a federal judge's appointment?
Lifetime
10 years
20 years
6 years
#10
Which U.S. President nominated the first woman to the Supreme Court?
Ronald Reagan
George H.W. Bush
Bill Clinton
Jimmy Carter
#11
What is the concept of 'stare decisis' in legal terms?
The principle of interpreting the Constitution narrowly
The legal doctrine of precedent
The power of the President to veto legislation
The right to remain silent
#12
What is the primary role of the U.S. Solicitor General?
Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
Chief Prosecutor in federal criminal cases
Legal advisor to the President
Representing the U.S. government before the Supreme Court
#13
Which federal court has both original and appellate jurisdiction?
District Court
Circuit Court
Bankruptcy Court
Supreme Court
#14
What is the purpose of a class-action lawsuit?
To resolve disputes between two parties
To seek compensation for a group of people with similar claims
To challenge the constitutionality of a law
To initiate criminal proceedings