U.S. Government 4.01 (The Judicial Branch) – Flashcards
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Which of the following cases would be heard first in a state trial court?
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damages related to a car accident
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The majority of federal cases in the United States are settled by
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U.S. District Courts
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Which of the following cases would the U.S. Supreme Court be the first to hear?
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a criminal trial involving a U.S. ambassador
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The federal court of original jurisdiction is the
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U.S. District Court
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The U.S. Supreme Court accepts
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about one percent of cases requested for review
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Which of the following established the federal court system, including circuits and appellate courts?
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The Judiciary Act of 1789
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Jurisdiction means the
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authority to hear and rule on a certain type of case
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A case appealed from a Georgia court of appeals would go to the
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Georgia court of last resort
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