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What is the main function of the Judicial branch?
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Interprets the laws by trying cases under the law.
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What is the meeting place of the Judicial branch?
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U.S. Supreme Court building
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What is the title of the leader of the judicial branch?
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Chief Justice
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Who is the current Chief Justice?
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John Roberts
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Which court is the highest court in the land?
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Supreme Court
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In what type of court are most cases heard?
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District Court
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If errors are thought to have happened in the original district court, where is the case heard next?
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Court of Appeals
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How long is a federal judge's term?
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For life or until impeachment or retirement
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How many supreme court justices are there?
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9
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Who appoints the Supreme Court justices?
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The president
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Who approves the president's appointment of Supreme Court justices?
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The Senate
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What are the two main powers of the judicial branch?
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1. Declares laws unconstitutional
2. Declare presidential actions constitutional
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