For each of these situations determine whether you think the matter should be heard in state or federal court. Also, decide whether you think a court would apply state or federal law.

 A wife wants to divorce her husband.

1. Martha, a Massachusetts resident, wants to sue Susan, a Massachusetts resident, for $80,000 based on breach of contract.
2. Sam, a Massachusetts resident, wants to sue Jill, a Vermont resident, for $80,000 based on breach of contract.
3. A teacher in a public school wants to challenge a state law requiring all teachers to start each day of class with a minute of silent prayer.

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