Kelo Case and Supreme Court Decisions

Kelo Case and Supreme Court Decisions

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

Created by

Patricia Brown

FREE Resource

The video discusses the Takings Clause of the Fifth Amendment, focusing on the controversial Supreme Court decision in Kelo v. New London. Susette Kelo's fight against eminent domain is highlighted, illustrating the impact of the ruling on property rights. The public's strong reaction led to legislative changes in many states. Despite the ruling, the development project in New London failed, leaving the area undeveloped. The video suggests that the decision may eventually be overturned, similar to other historic cases.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the traditional application of the Fifth Amendment's takings clause?

To restrict the sale of private property

To enable individuals to claim government land

To permit the government to seize property for public uses like highways

To allow private companies to build factories

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the significant change in the interpretation of 'public use' by the Supreme Court in 2005?

It allowed for the construction of private residences

It included private recreational facilities

It expanded to cover economic development projects

It restricted use to only federal projects

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What motivated Susette Kelo to fight against the seizure of her property?

She valued her first home and wanted to keep it

She was against any form of government intervention

She wanted to sell her house at a higher price

She planned to build a commercial complex

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the Supreme Court's decision regarding Kelo's case?

The government could not seize her property

The property was seized for economic development

The decision was postponed indefinitely

The case was dismissed without a hearing

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which Justice expressed concern about the beneficiaries of the Supreme Court's decision?

Justice Sandra Day O'Connor

Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg

Justice Anthony Kennedy

Justice Stephen Breyer

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the public's reaction to the Supreme Court's decision in the Kelo case?

Indifference and lack of interest

Confusion and misunderstanding

Widespread approval and support

Immediate and forceful disapproval

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legislative action did many states take following the Supreme Court's decision?

They reduced property taxes

They increased funding for economic development

They passed laws to protect property owners

They abolished the use of eminent domain

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