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Which of the following questions would be considered a litmus test of a judicial nominee during a confirmation hearing?
 
  a. Is the court bound by precedent?
  b. What is your personal view on the death penalty?
  c. Is there a constitutional right to privacy?
  d. Is judicial review overused?

Question 2

When the U.S. Supreme Court agrees to hear a case appealed to it from a circuit court, it is exercising its __________ jurisdiction.
 
  a. original
  b. constitutional
  c. mandatory
  d. appellate



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Answer to Question 1

Answer: c

Answer to Question 2

Answer: d



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