Shelby County v. Holder Supreme Court Case Quiz

What was the main issue Shelby County had with the Voting Rights Act of 1965?

• It did not apply to northern states.

• It required preclearance for changes in election laws.

• It was not enforced by the federal government.

• It was too lenient on voter registration.

Which court initially sided with the Attorney General against Shelby County?

• The State Court of Alabama

• The District Court

• The U.S. Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit

• The Supreme Court

What was the Supreme Court's decision regarding Section 4b of the Voting Rights Act?

• It was upheld as constitutional.

• It was deemed unconstitutional.

• It was revised with a new formula.

• It was merged with Section 5.

Which amendments were considered by the Supreme Court in this case?

• 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Amendments

• 14th, 15th, and 10th Amendments

• 5th, 6th, and 7th Amendments

• 19th, 24th, and 26th Amendments

What was the vote count in the Supreme Court's decision on Shelby County v. Holder?

• 5-4

• 6-3

• 7-2

• 9-0

What did the Supreme Court say about Congress's ability to subject states to preclearance?

• It can be based on historical discrimination.

• It requires a new coverage formula.

• It is no longer necessary.

• It should be decided by individual states.

What analogy did Justice Ginsburg use to describe the removal of preclearance?

• Throwing away your umbrella in a rainstorm.

• Removing a safety net from a trapeze artist.

• Taking off a seatbelt while driving.

• Turning off a lighthouse during a storm.

What has been a significant consequence of the Shelby County v. Holder decision?

• Expansion of early voting options.

• Closure of polling places in certain areas.

• More states requiring preclearance.

• Increased voter turnout in all states.

What has been a criticism of the Shelby County v. Holder ruling?

• It has facilitated voter suppression.

• It has made voting easier for minorities.

• It has strengthened federal oversight.

• It has led to increased voter fraud.

What did the study find about jurisdictions previously under preclearance?

• They have increased voter registration.

• They have removed more voters from registration lists.

• They have expanded voting rights.

• They have maintained the status quo.