Question

Read the scenario, then answer the question that follows.
A group of students challenge a state policy that allows school officials to review and reject articles for school newspapers. The students claim that this policy violates the First Amendment of the Constitution. This amendment protects freedom of the press. A federal district court agrees to hear the case, but then rules against the students. The students decide to appeal.
Where does this case go next?
the federal court of appeals
the US Supreme Court
the state supreme court
the state district court

Answer 1

the federal court of appeals

Explanation: Appeals from a federal district court go to the appropriate U.S. Court of Appeals. Only after losing there could they seek review by the U.S. Supreme Court.