Constitution Goals Flashcard

Front

Which of the following was a concern for some Framers?
Options:
Lack of resources,
Strong national government,
Weak military,
Poor education

Back

Strong national government

Front

Which of the following actions is part of maintaining the "common good"? Allowing one branch to control all others, Implementing policies that benefit all of society, Separating branches completely, Ignoring health and safety programs

Back

Implementing policies that benefit all of society

Front

Which case is often cited as the foundation for the Supreme Court's role in interpreting the Constitution?

Back

Marbury v. Madison

Front

What does the term 'judicial review' refer to in the context of Marbury v. Madison?

Back

The power to decide the constitutionality of laws

Front

What was Madison's view on the impact of unchanged laws over time?

Back

They grow in authority and acceptance.

Front

Which amendment repealed the Eighteenth Amendment?

Back

Twenty-first Amendment

Front

How many total amendments have been added to the Constitution?

Back

27

Front

What is the main focus of the Bill of Rights?

Back

Individual rights

Front

Which group was granted the right to vote through the amendments?

Back

Women

Front

What is one way political parties affect the Constitution?

Back

By influencing its interpretation, application, and execution