Supreme Court Judicial Review

What power did the Supreme Court grant itself in the case of Marbury vs. Madison?

• The power to legislate

• The power of judicial review

• The power to appoint justices

• The power to enforce laws

Who was the Chief Justice that ruled in the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• John Adams

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Marshall

• James Madison

What did Marbury seek from the Supreme Court?

• A new appointment

• A writ of mandamus

• A legal defense

• A legislative review

What was the outcome of the ruling regarding Marbury's commission?

• Marbury was given his commission

• The Supreme Court granted the writ

• The law directing the Court was unconstitutional

• Marbury was denied any rights

Why is Marshall's ruling considered brilliant?

• It aligned with his party's beliefs

• It weakened the Supreme Court's power

• It upheld the Judiciary Act of 1789

• It favored President Jefferson while striking down a law

What principle explains why Supreme Court decisions are binding on lower courts?

• Judicial supremacy

• Legislative review

• Stare decisis

• Constitutional authority

What case established the requirement for the Miranda Warning?

• Marbury vs. Madison

• Miranda vs. Arizona

• Roe vs. Wade

• Brown vs. Board of Education

What effect did the Miranda vs. Arizona ruling have on police procedures?

• It eliminated the need for arrests

• It changed how police inform suspects of their rights

• It allowed for harsher interrogation techniques

• It required police to provide legal counsel

What is a concern regarding judicial review mentioned in the transcript?

• It enhances legislative power

• It can violate separation of powers

• It ensures judicial independence

• It promotes executive authority

What does the transcript suggest about the evolution of governance in the U.S.?

• It has remained static over time

• It adapts to meet the country's changing needs

• It is solely defined by the Constitution

• It is influenced by international laws