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Federal Courts

This article explores the hierarchy of the Supreme Court, detailing its original, appellate, concurrent, and exclusive jurisdictions. It examines how these aspects relate to significant cases like Marbury v. Madison, shedding light on the evolving power of the court. A detailed analysis of a relevant cartoon is included, discussing its imagery, symbols, and the underlying message conveyed by the cartoonist. The piece invites readers to reflect on their agreement or disagreement with the cartoon's portrayal of judicial authority.

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Federal Courts

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  1. Federal Courts Judicial Branch Unit Chapter 11

  2. Hierarchy of the Supreme Court

  3. Jurisdiction of the Court • Original • The court a case is originally tried in • Appellate • The court a case is appealed to from the original court • Concurrent • Two courts have simultaneous jurisdiction • i.e. State & Federal courts • Exclusive • The only court that may hear a particular case • i.e. Bankruptcy cases heard in bankruptcy court

  4. Expanding Power of the Court Analyze the cartoon in terms of its meaning related to the Marbury v. Madison case. • What do you see in the cartoon? Make a list. Include objects, people, and any characteristics that seem to be exaggerated. • Which of the items on the list from Question 1 are symbols? What does each symbol stand for? • What is happening in the cartoon? • What is the cartoonist's message? • Do you agree or disagree with the message? Explain your answer.

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