The U.S. Supreme Court

question 17

Multiple Choice

The U.S. Supreme Court

• A) does most of its work as an appellate court.
• B) does most of its work as a trial court.
• C) has original jurisdiction in most instances.
• D) has no original jurisdiction.
• E) only has appellate authority over cases decided by the U.S. courts of appeals.

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Definitions:

Government's Ability

Refers to the capacity of a government to effectively implement policies and deliver public services.

Right To Privacy

An individual's legal right to keep their personal matters and relationships confidential, protected from public scrutiny, government intrusion, and businesses.

Griswold V. Connecticut

A landmark Supreme Court case in 1965 that recognized a constitutional right to privacy, striking down laws banning the use of contraceptives by married couples.

Contraceptives

Methods or devices used to prevent pregnancy as part of sexual health and family planning.