It is time to show what you have learned so far about the U.S. legal system. In this assessment, you will respond to
reflection questions and render your own judgment in a modern scenario.
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Part One: Use complete sentences to respond to each of the following questions:
1. Why is the court system so important to the U.S. legal system?Explain.
2. Which court system level -state or federal-are most Americans likely to interact with? Explain.
3. What powers does the U.S. Supreme Court have?Explain.
4. Should judges be elected appointed, or determined in some other manner? Are you in favor of lifetime appointments for judges?Explain.
Part Two: Now, you be a state trial judge. Read the following scenario, and then answer the question:
Would you find the defendant guilty or not guilty? Explain in at least one complete paragraph Support your decision
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