Which of the Following Best Describes the Role of the Solicitor

question 12

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes the role of the solicitor general?

• A)The solicitor general is the chief legal counsel for the White House.
• B)The solicitor general is the lawyer who represents the United States before the Supreme Court in cases where the federal government is a party.
• C)The solicitor general is the chief lawyer for Congress who makes advisory opinions on the constitutionality of legislative proposals.
• D)The solicitor general is the head of the Department of Justice.

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Definitions:

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