Which of the following statements about U.S. district courts is accurate?

A. District courts are the intermediate level between courts of appeals and the Supreme Court.
B. District courts handle cases involving people's claims against government seizure of property.
C. Almost all cases involving federal law are first tried in district courts.
D. District courts have only appellate jurisdiction.

Answer: C

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