Landmark Supreme Court Cases Flashcard

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What was the significance of the Marbury v. Madison case?

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It established the principle of judicial review

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In Gibbons v. Ogden, what power was being contested?

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The power to regulate interstate commerce

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Who was the Chief Justice during the Marbury v. Madison case?

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John Marshall

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Which case is known for establishing the concept of "implied powers" of the federal government?

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McCulloch v. Maryland