Unit 2 Topic 3 Review

What was the main impact of the Marbury v. Madison decision?

• It was the first time the Supreme Court declared a law unconstitutional, establishing the idea of judicial review.

• It granted states the power to nullify federal laws they deemed to be unconstitutional.

• It abolished the idea of federalism by making the Constitution supreme over the states.

• It limited the power of the Supreme Court in interpreting laws.

What is the primary function of the Supreme Court in relation to the Constitution?

• The Supreme Court interprets the Constitution to ensure that legislative and executive actions comply with constitutional principles through judicial review.

• The Supreme Court can be overruled by lower courts when exercising its original jurisdiction.

• The Supreme Court's main role is to enact state laws and interpret them.

• The Supreme Court has the authority to legislate new laws independently of Congress through stare decisis.

Which principle of the U.S. Constitution is demonstrated by the power of judicial review?

• Federalism

• Checks and Balances

• Popular Sovereignty

• Separation of Powers

What were the implications of the Supreme Court decision in Plessy v. Ferguson? (Choose 2)

• It established the principle of "separate but equal," legitimizing state laws re-establishing racial segregation.

• It was a pivotal case in the application of the Equal Protection Clause to dismantle segregation.

• It was instrumental in the process of selective incorporation of the Bill of Rights to the states.

• It reinforced the segregationist policies of the Southern states by providing judicial approval.

• It was a landmark decision regarding the establishment of a National Bank under the Commerce Clause.

Which of the following statements accurately describe the impact of the Brown v. Board of Education decision? (Choose 2)

• It declared that racial segregation in public schools was unconstitutional under the Equal Protection Clause of the 14th Amendment.

• It initiated the process of applying the Bill of Rights to the states through the 14th Amendment, known as "selective incorporation."

• It reinforced the "separate but equal" doctrine as a constitutional basis for segregation.

• It marked a significant step towards ending segregationist policies in the United States.

• It was primarily concerned with the establishment of a National Bank under the Commerce Clause.

Which branch of government has expanded its influence particularly in foreign affairs and defense since the nation's founding?

• Legislative

• Executive

• Judicial

What are the key features of the Electoral College as established by the Constitutional Convention? Select the two correct answers. (Choose 2)

• It was intended to function as a direct democracy system.

• It represents a middle ground between election by Congress and election by the populace.

• It grants more electoral influence to states with larger populations.

• It can be nullified by a majority popular vote.

• It ensures that each state has a balanced role in determining the election outcome.

How has the legislative branch's interaction with executive agencies evolved over time?

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  It has given many powers to regulate businesses to the executive agencies.

• It has gained more checks over the President and Vice-President.

• It has become the primary branch for judicial review.

• It has reduced its involvement in national finances.

Why did the legislative branch delegate much of its authority to executive agencies after World War II?

• The complexity of national issues exceeded Congress's capacity to manage them effectively.

• There was a decline in the number of individuals willing to serve in Congress.

• Public trust in Congress's decision-making abilities diminished.

• The executive branch demanded increased powers.

Which clause in the Constitution has been used to justify the expansion of federal powers beyond those explicitly listed?

• Necessary and Proper Clause

• Commerce Clause

• Spending Clause

• War Clause