A federal officer appointed to keep order in federal territories is called?

• A. Marshal
• B. Sheriff
• C. Commissioner
• D. Constable

Answer: (A)

The concept being tested is the title for a federal officer who maintains order in federal territories. A marshal is the federal law enforcement official whose authority comes from the national government to operate across districts or territories, enforce federal laws, and support the federal courts and related duties. This role is distinct from a sheriff, who handles county-level enforcement; a commissioner, typically an administrative official; and a constable, a local or regional officer with duties that vary by jurisdiction. The marshal title fitsbecause it denotes federal responsibility over territory-wide matters, rather than local or administrative functions.