The Judicial Branch
Explore the role and structure of the Judicial Branch of the U.S. government with this Grade 6 social studies worksheet.
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Multiple ChoiceFill in the BlanksTrue / FalseShort Answer
Standards
C3.D2.Civ.8.6-8C3.D2.Civ.10.6-8
Topics
judicial branchgovernmentcivicssupreme courtgrade 6
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The Judicial Branch
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.
1. What is the main role of the Judicial Branch?
a
To make laws
b
To enforce laws
c
To interpret laws
d
To declare war
2. Which court is the highest court in the United States?
a
District Court
b
Appeals Court
c
Supreme Court
d
State Court
3. The Judicial Branch is established by Article of the U.S. Constitution.
4. A Supreme Court justice serves until retirement, resignation, or .
5. Federal judges are elected by the people.
T
True
F
False
6. The Supreme Court has nine justices.
T
True
F
False
7. What is judicial review and why is it important?