Define jurisdiction.

a. raising awareness

b. taking the lead

c. reserving power

d. authority over something

Courts that try cases are called courts of

a. original jurisdiction.

b. exclusive jurisdiction.

c. appellate jurisdiction.

d. concurrent jurisdiction.

The definition of jurisdiction as given in the choices would be authority over something. You have jurisdiction if you are free to make decisions on the matter.

Courts that try cases are called courts of original jurisdiction - which are usually trial courts.