Which standard would a president most likely use to nominate a candidate for the Supreme Court?(1 point)
Responses
Is the candidate well known by the general public?
Is the candidate well known by the general public?
Is the candidate well liked by the House of Representatives?
Is the candidate well liked by the House of Representatives?
Does the candidate live close to Washington, D.C.?
Does the candidate live close to Washington, D.C.?
Does the candidate’s philosophy agree with the president’s?
Does the candidate’s philosophy agree with the president’s?
Which of the following is true about the Supreme Court?(1 point)ResponsesThe Supreme Court hears cases that have already been heard in lower courts.The Supreme Court hears cases that have already been heard in lower courts.The Supreme Court hears mostly cases about taxes.The Supreme Court hears mostly cases about taxes.The Supreme Court refers veterans’ claims to the military courts.The Supreme Court refers veterans’ claims to the military courts.The Supreme Court hears cases directly from district courts.
The Supreme Court hears cases that have already been heard in lower courts.
What is the purpose of juries in a criminal trial?(1 point)ResponsesMakes sure lawyers present evidenceMakes sure lawyers present evidenceMake sure the judge follows the lawMake sure the judge follows the lawMake a decision about the caseMake a decision about the caseMake sure the trial is observed
Make a decision about the case
If a defendant believes their trial was not held according to law, which type of court would they go to?(1 point)
Responses
Supreme
Supreme
Trial
Trial
Local
Local
Appeallate
Appeallate
What was the outcome of the In re Gault case?(1 point)
Responses
The court decided juveniles must have due process
The court decided juveniles must have due process
The court decided juveniles could not be convicted of crimes
The court decided juveniles could not be convicted of crimes
The court ordered states to create juvenile courts
The court ordered states to create juvenile courts
The court sent the case back to the district court