When all justices on the Supreme Court are in agreement
Unanimous
15
A view on a case which the justices write down.
Opinion
15
When a justice disagrees with the majority
Dissenting
15
The winning side in a case (the opinion of most justices)
Majority
15
When a justice agrees, bur for a different reason.
Concurring opinion
15
How many justices are on the Supreme COurt
9
10
What is the job of the Judicial Branch?
Interpret the law
10
A case which is used to set an example or rule
Precedent
15
John steals money from his employer. Where would this case be heard.
State trial.
20
John steals money from his employer and loses in state trial court. He argues that he should get a new trial because Wisconsin law was not followed. Where would the case go?
State appeal court.
20
Billy is charged with counterfeiting. Where would this case go?
Federal trial (district)
20
Jane sues the school district for violating her 1st Amendment rights. Who has jurisdiction here?
Federal COurt
20
Wisconsin sues Minnesota for pollution which kills fish in the Saint Croix River. Where is this case heard?
Supreme Court
20
The idea that the Judicial Branch can declare laws and actions of the executive Unconstitutional
Judicial Review
15
Marbury V. Madison established the principle of judicial Review (t or f)
