The Supreme Court's ruling on an issue is called the
A) mandate.
B) precedent.
C) argument.
D) opinion.
E) brief.
Question -2-Because of a congressional legislation, federal anti-discrimination laws apply to an entire institution if any department or program receives federal funds.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question -3-In today's Supreme Court, during the conferences held by the justices to decide a case
A) strict privacy is maintained.
B) a stenographer is present to take minutes of the meeting.
C) meetings are taped for public records according to the Government in the Sunshine Act.
D) cameras provide a live feed for news programs and viewers on the Internet.
E) two pages provide clerical assistance to the justices.
Question -4-Because of a Supreme Court decision, federal anti-discrimination laws apply to an entire institution if any department or program receives federal funds.
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
Question -5-A group of citizens drafts a state law banning the use of any communication devices while driving. After the group gathers the required number of signatures, the law is placed on the ballot in the next election. This is an example of a(n)
a. amendment.
b. civic duty.
c. initiative.
d. referendum.
e. resolution.
Question -6-Spoken presentations by attorneys to the appellate court laying out the reasons why the court should rule in his or her client's favor are known as
A) affirmation action.
B) briefs.
C) criminal defenses.
D) dissenting opinions.
E) oral arguments.
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