New York State Test Prep Social Studies 5 (Grade 4) Industrial Growth and Expansion

Sprocket Works: United States Timeline

You will be using an interactive timeline called the History of the United States. Before you visit this site, read the information below. Then click on the picture to begin.

* When the United States Timeline appears, drag your mouse to the right until you reach the year 1838.

* Click on the picture of the Supreme Court.

* Read the paragraph that appears. When you are finished, return to this page by clicking on the “Back” button at the top, and answer the questions below. You may go back and reread any time you wish.

If you are ready to begin, click on the picture of the Supreme Court below.

Can you answer these questions about the
United States Supreme Court?

1. How many United States Supreme Court Justices are appointed?

2. How long is the appointment of a Supreme Court Justice?

3. Who appoints the Justices of the Supreme Court?

4. What group must approve the appointment of a Justice?

5. On what document does the Supreme Court base its decisions?

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