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Court System And Hierarchy Quizzes

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Legal quiz July 23-27

The 'Legal quiz July 23-27' assesses knowledge on recent legal and political events, including landmark decisions and global affairs. It tests awareness of significant judicial rul...

Questions: 12 | Attempts: 2680 | Last updated: Mar 20, 2025

Sample Question
Which of the following punishments was not one of the sanctions imposed by the N.C.A.A. on Penn State for the school’s role in the Jerry Sandusky child-sex-abuse case?

A sixty-million-dollar fine.

A four-year ban from bowl games for the football team.

A requirement that student-athletes must attend at least two-thirds of their classes.

A reduction in the number of scholarships available for the football team.

American Government: The Federal Court System!

A quiz on the material from my American Government class regarding the Federal Court System.

Questions: 24 | Attempts: 2046 | Last updated: Jul 08, 2025

Sample Question
Define Jurisdiction.

Authority of the accused to defend themselves independently in a case.

Authority of a judge to hear, or try a case.

Authority of a court to hear, or try, a case.

Authority of a lawyer to hear, or try, a case.

Judicial Review And Interpretation Quizzes

Legal Interpretation (2)

AP government Final: Courts

This AP Government Final quiz on Courts assesses understanding of key judicial concepts such as precedent, jurisdiction, and judicial review. It aims to prepare students for advanc...

Questions: 27 | Attempts: 204 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025

Sample Question
court rule bearing on subsequent legal decisions in similar cases.

Precendent

Access To Justice And Legal Aid Quizzes

Legal Representation (1)

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Learn More About Supreme Court Cases

This quiz assesses your knowledge of important Supreme Court cases that often appear on the AP Government exam.

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 1103 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question 1
School segregation is illegal, overturned "separate but equal doctrine".

Plessy vs. Ferguson

Roe vs. Wade

Brown vs. Board of Education

Miranda vs. Arizona

Sample Question 2
Established exclusionary rule; evidence obtained illegally can not be used in court.

Mapp v. Ohio

Reynolds vs. US

New York Times vs US

Gitlow vs New York

Branches Of US Government! Trivia Questions Quiz

Do you know the branches of US government? There are basically three branches of the federal government and they include the executive, judiciary and Legislative. Each of those branches has a role not only to follow the...

Questions: 21 | Attempts: 377 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025

Sample Question 1
Which part of the government decides if the laws are fair?

Executive branch

Legislative branch

Judicial branch

Sample Question 2
Which branch leads the military?

Executive branch

Legislative branch

Judicial branch

Recent Judiciary & Justice Quizzes

Civics and Government Quiz: Understanding Legal and Judicial Terms

Enhance your understanding of governmental terms with this focused review tool. Designed to solidify vocabulary from Unit 6, it is essential for students studying civics or preparing for AP Government exams, helping to clarify...

Questions: 11 | Attempts: 10 | Last updated: Nov 4, 2025

Sample Question
What is the role of a grand jury?

They decide whether to indict (formally accuse) defendant of committing a crime

They have the final decision on a defendant's guilt or innocence.

They determine the sentence for a convicted individual.

They serve as defense attorneys for the accused.

Do You Know About Official Secrets Acts?

Do you know about Official Secrets Acts?

Keep your voice down, we are dealing with government secrets and espionage here. How much do you know about different governments' Official Secrets Acts? Hush...

Questions: 10 | Attempts: 147 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
How many countries currently have an act with the exact name: Official Secrets Act?

5

8

3

15

Gadgets And Gizmos Trivia

Match the U.S. Government Terms with the correct meanings.

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 135 | Last updated: Mar 19, 2025

Sample Question
What are the two types of cases in the judicial process?

Crime And Punishment

Common And Popular

Civil And Criminal

Open And Closed

The Judiciary- Who's Who On The Supreme Court

The Judiciary- Who's who on the Supreme Court

This is a practice quiz that must be completed for a homework grade. Write ONLY THE ONE-WORD LAST NAME in the blank and make sure you spell it correctly. Only last names spelled correctly will be scored as correct...

Questions: 13 | Attempts: 176 | Last updated: Mar 14, 2025

Sample Question
Which of the following is not considered a liberal justice?

Kennedy

Sotomayor

Kagan

Breyer

Elena Kagan And The Supreme Court

Elena Kagan and the Supreme Court

How much do you know about Elena Kagan, President Obama's nominee for the Supreme Court, and the composition of today's high court? Take this quiz and find out how much of a legal expert you are.

Questions: 21 | Attempts: 121 | Last updated: Apr 23, 2025

Sample Question
Where did Elena Kagan grow up?

New York City

Chicago

Boston

Princeton

Washington, D.C.

Vocabulary And Judicial Branch Quiz

Vocabulary and Judicial Branch Quiz

This Vocabulary and Judicial Branch Quiz assesses understanding of governmental structures, including the roles of bureaucracy, legislative processes, and state powers. It's designed to enhance knowledge of how various branches...

Questions: 15 | Attempts: 217 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
Nonelected officials of an organization or department

Bureaucracy

City Council

Assembly

Commissioners

Constitutional Law And The Criminal Justice System

Constitutional Law and the Criminal Justice System

This quiz covers key aspects of Constitutional Law and its impact on the Criminal Justice System, exploring foundational legal principles and amendments.

Questions: 30 | Attempts: 1020 | Last updated: Mar 22, 2025

Sample Question
The first three articles of the Constitution establish:

Judicial activism.

The legislative, executive and judicial branches of government.

The Articles of Confederation.

Names of the states.

All of the above.

Civics And Economics Spring 2007 Released Test

Civics and Economics Spring 2007 Released Test

This quiz assesses knowledge on U.S. Civics and Economics, covering the Supreme Court, legislative responsibilities, constitutional principles, and government roles.

Questions: 40 | Attempts: 457 | Last updated: Mar 21, 2025

Sample Question
In which court is the decision of the court always final?

Virginia Circuit Court

United States Court of Appeals

United States Supreme Court

Virginia General District Court