American history : Branches of government Flashcards
How can the Constitution be changed?
can be made by adding amendments
Why is our government called a “federal government?”
It shows the power and responsibilities of our government
How is the power of the supreme court “checked” by the other branches of government?
declaring a law unconstitutional
How does the supreme court check the other two branches of government?
declares laws unconstitutional
What is the length of the term for a supreme court justice?
Lifetime
What are the other courts that make up our federal court system?
94 district courts,13 court appeal, and the supreme courts
What is a “judicial review”?
a procedure by which a court can review by a public body
How many justices serve on the supreme court at the time
Nine justices
How do original and appellate jurisdiction play a role in the supreme court?
Original jurisdiction in the supreme court review the constitution. Appellate jurisdiction consider a question of constitution
What are the requirements of a supreme court justice?
There are no requirements
The outcome of a supreme court decision is determined by a?
unanimous vote
Which of the following is not a lower court in the federal court system?
US Court of Appeals
The means by which the supreme court has the authority to rule on the constitutionality of federal and state laws are called?
Judicial review
There are no laws reserved for the state government. True or False
False
The term of office for a supreme court justice is for life. True or False
True
