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Judicial - Mrs. S.
Article 3 and 4
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History
7th Grade
01/29/2010

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Term
How many Supreme Court justices are there?
Definition
9
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Can fewer than 9 justices hear a case?
Definition
no
Term
The Supreme Court handles all cases involving ___________________ and ________________.
Definition
Ambassadors and states against states
Term
What are the main functions of the Supreme Court?
Definition
to interpret laws and treaties
Term
What is the term limit for Supreme Court justices?
Definition
there isn't one; they serve for life
Term
Who appoints Supreme Court justices?
Definition
the president, but they must be approved by the Senate
Term
What is the title of the person in charge of the Supreme Court?
Definition
Chief Justice
Term
Who is the current Chief Justice?
Definition
John G. Roberts, Jr.
Term
What does "full faith and credit" mean?
Definition
the federal govt. will respect the decisions of states
Term
What does "extradition" mean?
Definition
If one commits a crime in another state, s/he will be brought back to the state where the crime was committed to stand trial. Many countries will also return the accused to the US to stand trial.
Term
The Constitution guarantees a ___________________ government.
Definition
republican (a government run by the people)
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