Marbury v. Madison (Story Time with Mr. Beat)

Mr. Beat narrates the story of Marbury v. Madison, a landmark Supreme Court case. John Adams appointed William Marbury as Justice of the Peace, but James Madison, under President Jefferson, denied him the position. Marbury petitioned the Supreme Court, led by Chief Justice John Marshall, who found Madison's actions illegal but couldn't enforce Marbury's appointment due to the Judiciary Act of 1789 being unconstitutional. This case established judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to review government actions, significantly enhancing judicial power.

Who was appointed as Justice of the Peace by John Adams?

• John Marshall

• James Madison

• Thomas Jefferson

• William Marbury

What was the role of James Madison in the Marbury v. Madison case?

• He was the Chief Justice of the Supreme Court.

• He was the Secretary of State who refused Marbury's appointment.

• He was the President who appointed Marbury.

• He was a banker involved in the case.

What did Chief Justice John Marshall decide regarding Madison's refusal?

• It was irrelevant to the case.

• It was unconstitutional and enforceable.

• It was illegal but could not be enforced.

• It was legal and justified.

Why was the Judiciary Act of 1789 significant in this case?

• It allowed the Supreme Court to enforce Marbury's appointment.

• It was deemed unconstitutional, limiting the court's power.

• It supported Madison's decision to refuse Marbury.

• It was irrelevant to the case.

What important legal principle was established by the Marbury v. Madison case?

• Judicial review

• Executive privilege

• Presidential veto

• Legislative supremacy