Form 7: Establishing the Federal Judiciary & Judiciary Act of 1789 Exercise

Form 7: Establishing the Federal Judiciary & Judiciary Act of 1789

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Form 7: Establishing the Federal Judiciary & Judiciary Act of 1789

Examine the establishment of the federal court system through the landmark Judiciary Act of 1789.

Questions

  1. MultiChoice

    Which legislation signed by Washington structured the federal court system and Supreme Court?

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    Who did Washington appoint as the first Chief Justice of the U.S. Supreme Court?

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    How many Supreme Court justices were originally established by the Judiciary Act of 1789?

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    What federal judicial hierarchy was established by the Judiciary Act of 1789?

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    Why was the Judiciary Act of 1789 necessary according to Article III of the Constitution?

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    Which future Chief Justice drafted the Judiciary Act of 1789 in the U.S. Senate?

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    Which executive cabinet role was created by the Judiciary Act of 1789 to represent federal interests?

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    Which section of the Judiciary Act of 1789 allowed Supreme Court review of state court rulings involving federal law?

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    What precedent did Washington set regarding judicial appointments?

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    Which law enforcement service was established under the Judiciary Act of 1789 to execute federal warrants?

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    Why was federal judicial review of state court decisions important for national unity?

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    How did Chief Justice John Jay respond when Washington asked for advisory opinions on foreign treaties?