What would our country be without a judicial system or a way of enforcing our laws? The courts see to it that our nation’s laws are justly applied. They also interpret the laws that protect the rights the Constitution guarantees. As you read this chapter, think about how the federal court system developed.

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Weekly Objectives

-Topic 5 The Judicial Branch-

Topic 5.2 How Federal Courts Are Organized

Objectives: Describe the three types of federal courts: district courts, courts of appeals, and the Supreme Court. Understand what makes the U.S. court system effective. Explain how the federal court system is organized.

Topic 5.3 The Supreme Court

Objectives: Describe the composition of the Supreme Court. Compare and contrast the qualifications a good Justice must have. Explain how the justices of the Supreme Court are selected.

Assignment Due 4/26

1. Topic 5.2 How Federal Courts Are Organized
2. Topic 5.3 The Supreme Court

Late Assignments that Close 4/26

1. Executive vs. Legislative Powers Packet Parts 1-8