Understanding the Judicial Branch

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Which branch of the U.S. government is responsible for interpreting the laws?

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Judicial Branch

Front

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

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John Marshall

Front

Which Federalist Paper discusses the role and importance of the judiciary?

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Federalist Paper 78

Front

What is the main power established for the Supreme Court in Marbury v. Madison?

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Power of judicial review

Front

According to Federalist Paper 78, what is the "least dangerous" branch of government?

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Judicial

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Concept of judicial review

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The power to interpret the Constitution and invalidate unconstitutional laws

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How did Marbury v. Madison impact the balance of power among the branches of government?

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It established the judiciary as a co-equal branch by granting it judicial review.

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What is Alexander Hamilton’s argument in Federalist Paper 78 regarding the judiciary?

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The judiciary should have the power to interpret laws and protect the Constitution

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Why did the Supreme Court rule against Marbury in Marbury v. Madison?

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The law Marbury relied on was unconstitutional

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What is a direct result of the Marbury v. Madison decision?

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The Supreme Court can declare acts of Congress unconstitutional