What is appellate jurisdiction?

A. The power of some courts to review the decisions of others
B. The power of courts to resolve disputes between individuals
C. The process by which courts conduct civil trials
D. The process by which courts conduct criminal trials
E. The power of courts to declare a law unconstitutional


A. The power of some courts to review the decisions of others

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a. may remain in office until there is a new party majority in Congress b. generally leave their post at the end of the president's term in office c. often remain in office despite political changes d. serve fixed terms of office lasting two years

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President Bush submitted the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) to Congress, and it was approved during the Clinton administration

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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The Glorious Revolution in 1688 in England

a. caused a long period of religious conflict b. eliminated the British monarchy c. was inspired by a similar development in France d. marked the start of the shift of the source of legitimacy from monarchy to democracy

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"If you want peace, prepare for war" is a saying most consistent with which theoretical approach?

A) Constructivism B) Feminism C) Liberalism D) Marxism E) Realism

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