Judicial Review Flashcard

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Which landmark case established the concept of judicial review?

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Marbury v. Madison

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

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John Marshall

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

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Established the principle of judicial review

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What does judicial review allow the Supreme Court to do?

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Review and interpret laws and determine their constitutionality.

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What is the role of the Supreme Court in the process of judicial review?

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The Supreme Court interprets the Constitution and determines the constitutionality of laws and government actions.

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Which branch of government is responsible for conducting judicial review?

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judicial branch

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Why is judicial review considered an important power of the Supreme Court?

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To interpret the Constitution and determine the constitutionality of laws and actions.

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What is the highest court in the United States?

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U.S. Supreme Court

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What is the purpose of checks and balances in the government?

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To prevent any one branch of government from becoming too powerful.

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True or False: Once U.S. Supreme Court Justices are appointed, they serve for life or until they resign.

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True