Why was the Supreme Court created? What is the main function of the Supreme Court and how does their role add to "checks and balances?" How does a case get heard by the Supreme Court and once heard; how does the stare decisis from such case affect Federal policies? Cite examples as discussed in the text or from your knowledge of the Federal legal system. Was this policy made under an Activist or Judicial Restraint Approach?

What is the role of local government? Who has the final say on matters of judicial concern; local, state or federal courts? Why? How is funding for local and state governments also funded by the federal government and why is this necessary? Can the federal government determine where and how the funding is allocated? Give an example.