U.S. Judiciary and Court System Quiz

Test your knowledge on the U.S. judicial system. Includes questions on Constitution articles, Supreme Court, federal courts, and more!

#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?

7
9
11
13
#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

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