Lecture 1- Introduction Flashcards
1
Q
How many Colonies in the US?
A
13
2
Q
When was the declaration signed?
A
1776
3
Q
When was the constitution signed?
A
1788
4
Q
What are the branches of government?
A
- legislative
- executive
- judicial
5
Q
What is the hierarchy of the state courts?
A
State circuit courts < State court of appeals < State supreme court
6
Q
What is the hierarchy of the federal courts?
A
US district courts < US court of appeals < US supreme court
