EOC Review: Landmark Supreme Court Cases

The power of the Supreme Court to decide what the Constitution means is...

• Appellate Jurisdiction
• Summary Judgement
• Judicial Review
• Writ of Certiorari 

What was the primary legal principle established by the Supreme Court in Marbury v. Madison?

• The President has the authority to appoint Supreme Court justices without Senate approval.

• States have the right to secede from the Union.

• The Supreme Court has the power of judicial review.

• Congress has the power to establish a national bank.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

In the case of Plessy v. Ferguson, what doctrine did the Supreme Court establish?

• Separate but equal

• Judicial review

• Free speech

• Right to privacy

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How did the ruling in Brown v. Board of Education impact the doctrine established by Plessy v. Ferguson?

• It reinforced the "separate but equal" doctrine.

• It declared the "separate but equal" doctrine unconstitutional.

• It ignored the implications of the "separate but equal" doctrine.

• It expanded the "separate but equal" doctrine to all public facilities.

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What was the significant outcome of Miranda v. Arizona regarding police procedures?

• Police must obtain a warrant before making an arrest.

• Police must inform suspects of their rights upon arrest.

• Police can search a suspect without probable cause.

• Police can hold suspects indefinitely without charges.

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DOK Level 2: Skill/Concept

Considering the idea of "separate but equal" established by Plessy v. Ferguson (this is racist!), how did this decision influence public policy and civil rights movements up until Brown v. Board of Education?

• It had little influence on public policy as it was widely ignored.

• It legitimized racial segregation, influencing discriminatory laws and practices.

• It promoted racial equality by highlighting injustices.

• It was immediately contested and had no lasting impact.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking

Reflect on the impact of the Miranda v. Arizona ruling on the justice system. How has this decision influenced modern police procedures and suspect rights?

• It has led to fewer confessions and a higher crime rate.

• It has improved the accuracy of police investigations by ensuring suspects are aware of their rights.

• It has been largely ineffective as suspects often waive their rights.

• It has increased the complexity of legal proceedings with no clear benefits.

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DOK Level 3: Strategic Thinking