<human>:  Why is the Supreme Court called the Supreme Court?
<bot>: The Supreme Court is called the Supreme Court because it is the highest court in the United States. It is made up of nine judges, who are elected by the people of the United States. The Supreme Court is the only court in the United States that is allowed to hear cases involving issues of federal law. It is also the only court that is allowed to hear cases involving issues of state law.