Progressive/Reconstruction Amendments Flashcard Review

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The Fourteenth and Fifteenth Amendments are alike in that they both​

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protect the rights of former slaves and their descendents.

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In what kinds of cases is procedural due process most often used? Criminal Law, Civil Law, Family Law, Real-Estate Law

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Criminal Law

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Which amendment arose after the Civil War to protect the rights of freed slaves and their descendants?​ Options: First Amendment, Ninth Amendment, Seventh Amendment, Fourteenth Amendment

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Fourteenth Amendment

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What was the direct effect of the 13th Amendment?

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abolition of slavery

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Why was the Fourteenth Amendment important?

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It established citizenship for African Americans.

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How did the case of Loving v. Virginia demonstrate a test of strict scrutiny?

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Racial classification in marriage did not serve a compelling state interest.

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What does the equal protection clause protect?​

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individual rights and limits to the power of government​

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When is the substantial relationship clause used by courts?​ Options: in government discrimination cases​, in racial discrimination cases​, in gender discrimination cases​, in strict scrutiny discrimination cases​

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in gender discrimination cases​

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This amendment established prohibition.

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18th

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The 16th Amendment to the U.S. Constitution established

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a national income tax