Principles of Government Flashcard

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Which principle of government was at the center of the conflict during the Nullification Crisis?

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federalism

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Determine the key principle of government that was involved in this case. (Gibbons v. Ogden)

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federalism

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Identify the resulting effect on our system of government.

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power of Congress upheld

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What kind of practice is exemplified when the Supreme Court determines a law goes against the U.S. Constitution and strikes it down? Options: popular sovereignty, limited government, judicial review, federal appeal

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judicial review

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Which power can the US Supreme Court exercise with reference to the US Constitution? Options: propose, alter, approve, and craft constitutional amendments; veto proposed constitutional amendments before they are ratified; provide clarification and/or extend the meaning of constitutional provisions on a case-by-case basis; formally add new constitutional language by rendering decisions, interpretations and rulings on a case-by-case basis

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provide clarification and/or extend the meaning of constitutional provisions on a case-by-case basis