Judicial branch quiz

Question 1

Let’s say that a law that Congress has passed is being challenged in the court system. When the Supreme Court hears the case, they decide that the law is unconstitutional. Which of the following options CANNOT happen?

Answer 1

Congress can pass the law again with a super majority to override the Supreme Court’s decision

Question 2

True or False: The Supreme Court can choose issues they think need to be addressed and write opinions on them.

Answer 2

False

Question 3

True or False: Supreme Court Justices can be directly influenced by what the public wants.

Answer 3

False

Question 4

What is the most powerful ability the Judicial Branch has?

Answer 4

Judicial Review

Question 5

Who nominates someone as a Supreme Court Justice?

Answer 5

The President

Question 6

Assuming a Supreme Court Justice isn’t impeached and removed from office, how long is their term?

Answer 6

For Life

Question 7

How many Justices are there on the Supreme Court?

Answer 7

9 Justices

Question 8

What is the job of the Judicial Branch?

Answer 8

Judge & Interpret Laws