America: Growth Of A New Nation 1798-1814 - The 1800 Election, The Judiciary Act (1801), Marbury V Madison (1803)

The video explores the election of 1800, highlighting the rivalry between Federalists and Democratic-Republicans, and the resulting 12th Amendment. It delves into Marbury vs. Madison, establishing judicial review, and the Judiciary Act of 1801, which led to the appointment of 'midnight judges.' The ideological conflict between John Marshall and Thomas Jefferson is also discussed, emphasizing their differing views on states' rights and constitutional nationalism.

What was a significant outcome of the electoral crisis in the election of 1800?

• The introduction of the 13th Amendment

• The proposal of the 12th Amendment

• The abolition of the electoral college

• The establishment of a two-party system

What was the purpose of the Judiciary Act of 1801?

• To abolish the Supreme Court

• To establish a new electoral process

• To create new federal circuit courts and judgeships

• To reduce the number of federal judges

Who was appointed as the fourth Chief Justice of the United States by John Adams?

• John Marshall

• Thomas Jefferson

• Charles Pinckney

• Aaron Burr

What was the central issue in the case of Marbury vs. Madison?

• The appointment of midnight judges

• The election of 1800

• The right of judicial review

• The legality of the Alien and Sedition Acts

How did John Marshall's role as Chief Justice impact American constitutional law?

• He supported states' rights over federal authority

• He limited the power of the federal government

• He abolished the Supreme Court

• He established the principle of judicial review