Ch.

11/12 The Judicial Branch

American Government

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Learning Target: Determine the main Idea of a secondary source. Draw a

conclusion about the Judicial Branch from textual information.
Directions
Step 1: Form each section into a question about the reading. Then make a
prediction about what you will learn from this section. Read the pages and
sections indicated below.
Step 2: Once you are finished reading, include 5 details new to you (include
vocabulary terms in light blue), 2 interesting facts, and 1 question you still have
about the section. Complete this for every titled section you've been assigned.
Step 3: Answer the essential question provided for you.

Powers of the Federal Courts pg. 305-310

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What doctrine was established by the ruling in Plessy v. Ferguson?
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Lower Federal Courts pg. 312-317

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In what two ways do political parties influence the federal courts system?
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The Supreme Court pg. 320-326

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Under what conditions may a case be appealed from a state court to the Supreme Court?
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The Supreme Court at Work pg. 331-335

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What steps does the Supreme Court take in selecting, hearing, and deciding cases?

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Shaping Public Policy pg. 336-341

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Why is the Supreme Courts power to shape public policy limited?
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Influencing Court Decisions pg. 343-348

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How do personal relationships among Supreme Court justices affect decision making?
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