Judicial Branch

Supreme Court Faq

100

What article of the constitution describes the Judicial Branch?

What is Article III of the Constitution?

200

How many votes does a case need to be reviewed by the Supreme Court?

What is 4 votes?

300

What power gives the supreme court the ability to invalidate any laws or lower court decisions?

What is Judicial Review?

How Justices are Chosen

100

Who nominates a Justice for the Supreme Court?

Who is the President?

200

What are the requirements for being a Supreme Court Justice?

There are no requirements.

300

Who confirms the nominations to the Supreme Court?

By the Senate.

Amendments

100

What amendment gives you the right against unlawful search and seizures?

The 4th Amendment.

200

What amendment provides you the right to a speedy trial?

What is the 6th Amendment?

300

What protects you against cruel and unusual punishments?

What is the 8th Amendment?