Social StudiesQuestion 107 of 120
What is the role of the U.S. Supreme Court?
a.To write new laws
b.To command the armed forces
c.To interpret laws and the Constitution
d.To collect federal taxes
Explanation
The Supreme Court interprets laws and decides whether they align with the Constitution. This power of judicial review lets it strike down unconstitutional laws. Writing laws is the job of Congress, not the courts.
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