#1
Which article of the U.S. Constitution establishes the judicial branch?
Article I
Article II
Article III
Article IV
#2
Who is the current Chief Justice of the United States Supreme Court (as of 2024)?
John Roberts
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Brett Kavanaugh
Sonia Sotomayor
#3
Who appoints federal judges in the United States?
The President
The Senate
The Attorney General
The Chief Justice
#4
What is the term length for federal judges?
4 years
6 years
8 years
Lifetime appointment
#5
What is the role of the jury in a trial?
To preside over the trial
To interpret the law
To decide guilt or innocence
To represent the defense
#6
Which federal court handles cases involving violations of federal criminal law?
District Court
Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
Bankruptcy Court
#7
What is the highest court in the United States?
Circuit Court of Appeals
State Supreme Court
U.S. Supreme Court
District Court
#8
How many justices serve on the U.S. Supreme Court?
#9
Which court has the power of judicial review?
District Court
Court of Appeals
U.S. Supreme Court
State Supreme Court
#10
What is the purpose of the appellate courts?
To hold initial trials
To review decisions of lower courts
To hear cases involving federal law
To handle class-action lawsuits
#11
What is the term used for a legal precedent established by a higher court?
Precedent
Stare decisis
Habeas corpus
Writ of certiorari
#12
Who has the power to impeach federal judges?
The President
The Senate
The House of Representatives
The Attorney General
#13
What is the name given to court cases that involve the United States as a party?
State cases
Federal cases
Circuit cases
Local cases
#14
Which of the following is NOT a type of federal court?
Bankruptcy Court
Tax Court
Family Court
Military Court
#15
Which of the following is a federal court of limited jurisdiction?
District Court
Court of Appeals
Tax Court
Supreme Court