CE 9

Select the location on the map that was annexed in 1845 which started a major war between the United States and Mexico over disputed territory.

is a system of government in which power is shared between the national and state governments.

• Federalism

• Communism

• Socialism

Which Supreme Court case established the principle of judicial review at the national level?

• Marbury v. Madison

• Brown v. Board of Education

• Plessy v. Ferguson.

• Citizens United v. FEC

The U.S. Supreme Court and the Virginia Supreme Court both use their power of judicial review when they-

• rule that a law is unconstitutional

• follows precedent from previous cases

• chooses which appeals cases to hear

• hear cases involving disputes between states

Courts resolve which two kinds of conflicts?

• Procedural and Criminal

• Civil and Misdemeanor

• Criminal and Civil

• Civil and Procedural

Which is NOT a procedure for civil cases?

• The plaintiff files a complaint to recover damages or receive compensation.

• Case can be appealed to the Court of Appeals or the Supreme Court

• The accuser may be committed to jail.

• Case can be heard by a judge or jury

Protection against unfair government actions and laws is called-

• Freedom of Speech

• Judicial Review

• Indictment

• Due Process of Law

What is the primary purpose of the United Nations?

• To promote international peace and security

• To regulate global trade

• To enforce international law

• To provide humanitarian aid

Which document outlines the fundamental rights of American citizens?

• The Declaration of Independence

• The Bill of Rights

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Emancipation Proclamation

What is the main function of the legislative branch of the U.S. government?

• To interpret laws

• To enforce laws

• To create laws

• To amend the Constitution