Final answer:
The correct answer is D) All of the above, as federal courts have jurisdiction over cases involving federal law, disputes between states, federal statutes, and 'federal questions'.
Step-by-step explanation:
The federal courts will only hear cases that involve federal law, more than one state or a federal statute. Therefore, the correct answer to the question is D) All of the above. Federal courts have the jurisdiction to decide cases involving federal law, disputes between states, and disputes between residents of different states.
Both state and federal courts can hear matters involving both civil and criminal law. A state case is more likely to be heard by the federal courts when it involves a federal question, which can include criminal violations of federal law, civil violations of federal law, or any perceived violation of liberties protected by the Bill of Rights.