In Gideon v. Wainwright (1963), the Supreme Court upheld the

right to defense counsel for the poor.

Supreme Court justices were given life tenure subject to good behavior by the framers of the Constitution in order to en

their decisions are free from direct political pressures

Which descriptor completes the comparison table?

eliminate barriers in hiring and compensation

Identify which scenario would the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?

Two States dispute over rights to a body of water located between them

The statement by Justice Holmes presents the reasoning that the right of free speech

does not mean irresponsible speech that could lead to physical harm

Identify which quote correctly explains the concept from the Marbury v Madison decision?

“The courts were designed to be an intermediate body between the people

Which quote best supports the view of supporters of Judicial Activism?

Court must also respect the choices of made by the American people.

According to the Constitution, which process is correct in confirming Supreme Court judges?

The President appoints and the Senate confirms

The accommodation in the image is required because of which legislation?

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

What conclusion about the court systems can be made from the diagram?

The court system is highly specialized and leveled

An appellate court differs from a district court is because it

reviews previous court decisions

The political cartoon demonstrates which aspect of the Supreme Court justice selection process?

Supreme Court justices are usually appointed/confirmed based on their views

According to the Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges (2015) same-sex couples have a right to marry because…

state bans violated the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses of the 14t

The chart depicts the checks and balances system . What action can the judicial branch take in this process?

declare acts of the legislative or executive branch to be unconstitutional

Congress may respond to unfavorable rulings of the Supreme Court by

rewriting the law or proposing a Constitutional amendment

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1
In Gideon v. Wainwright (1963), the Supreme Court upheld the
reservation of powers to state governments
right of the federal government to regulate interstate commerce
right to defense counsel for the poor.
valid execution of contracts
2
Supreme Court justices were given life tenure subject to good behavior by the framers of the Constitution in order to en
they are accountable to the public
they could focus on matters pertaining to the Justice Department
their decisions are free from direct political pressures
judicial power could be checked by the Legislative and Executive Branch
3
Which descriptor completes the comparison table?
eliminate barriers in hiring and compensation
gain the right to run for public office
mandate that women serve in the military
abolish traditional family and gender roles
4
Identify which scenario would the Supreme Court have original jurisdiction?
The President is caught partaking in illegal activities
Believing he was tried unfairly; a convicted man appeals to have his case r
Two States dispute over rights to a body of water located between them
A serial killer has committed multiple crimes in multiple states
5
The statement by Justice Holmes presents the reasoning that the right of free speech
covers communications between the citizen and the government
does not mean that people have to use it for political purposes
does not mean irresponsible speech that could lead to physical harm
extends to each citizen regardless of circumstances
6
This political cartoon demonstrates which struggle women faced?
acquiring a college education
legalizing abortion
gaining the right to vote
earning equal pay in the workforce
7
What is the Supreme Law of the Land?
the Bill of Rights
the Constitution
the Declaration of Independence
the Articles of Confederation
8
The quote is from which landmark Supreme Court case?
Tinker v Des Moines
Brown v Board of Education
Roe v Wade
Plessy v Fergusson
9
Which of the following legislative acts corresponds with the excerpt above?
Title IX
Fair and Appropriate Education Act
Affirmative Action
Family Medical Leave Act
10
Identify which quote correctly explains the concept from the Marbury v Madison decision?
judiciary, from the nature of its functions will always be the least danger
though individual oppression may now and then proceed from the courts
“The courts were designed to be an intermediate body between the people
A serve to define and point out their duty in every particular case t
11
Which quote best supports the view of supporters of Judicial Activism?
like a statute, and the meaning doesn't change."
Court must also respect the choices of made by the American people.
Independence means you decide according to the law and the facts
Legitamacy of the court is undermined if decision is based on public opinio
12
According to the Constitution, which process is correct in confirming Supreme Court judges?
The President appoints and the Senate confirms
The President appoints and the House of Representatives confirms
The Supreme Court appoints and the President confirms
The Senate appoints and the House of Representatives confirm
13
Which Supreme Court case does this ruling was based on students wearing armbands in school, based on freedom of speech?
Texas v Johnson
Lemon v Kurtzman
Mapp v Ohio
Tinker v Des Moines
14
The accommodation in the image is required because of which legislation?
Fair Transportation Act (FTA)
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Civil Rights Act of 1964
15
Which Speaker would be in support of a strict interpretation of the U.S. Constitution?
Speaker 4
Speaker 2
Speaker 3
Speaker 1
16
Based on the scenario, what issue lay at the Supreme Court’s decision?
access to health care
right to privacy
freedom of religious beliefs
supremacy of state laws
17
What conclusion about the court systems can be made from the diagram?
The courts allow for cases to cross over into different jurisdictions
The courts shield the Supreme Court from hearing certain cases
The court system is designed to protect special interest groups
The court system is highly specialized and leveled
18
An appellate court differs from a district court is because it
reviews previous court decisions
has original jurisdiction
hears civil cases but not criminal cases
conducts trials by jury
19
The legal question in the landmark Supreme Court case Mapp v. Ohio revolved around which Constitutional amendment?
1st Amendment
9th Amendment
5th Amendment
4th Amendment
20
Which court case expanded the rights of the accused to include the warning above?
Miranda v Arizona
Schenck v U.S.
Mapp v Ohio
Gideon v Wainwright
21
The political cartoon demonstrates which aspect of the Supreme Court justice selection process?
Supreme Court justices must pass rigorous examinations in the law and histo
Attempts by Presidents to pack the court with more justices usually fail
Both Houses of Congress must confirm the appointments of justices by a 2/3
Supreme Court justices are usually appointed/confirmed based on their views
22
According to the Supreme Court ruling in Obergefell v. Hodges (2015) same-sex couples have a right to marry because…
state bans violated the right to privacy in the 14th Amendment
the States violated the couples’ 1st Amendment right to free speech.
only the federal government can set the requirements for a marriage license
state bans violated the Due Process and Equal Protection Clauses of the 14t
23
The chart depicts the checks and balances system . What action can the judicial branch take in this process?
withhold funding from executive departments or federal programs
impeach elected officials for violating the Constitution
redraft executive actions/legislation so it conforms with the Constitution
declare acts of the legislative or executive branch to be unconstitutional
24
Congress may respond to unfavorable rulings of the Supreme Court by
filing an amicus brief with the Solicitor General
overturning the Court’s decision with a two-thirds majority
rewriting the law or proposing a Constitutional amendment
requesting the Attorney General to grant certiorari
25
The largest and most frequent caseload the Supreme Court receives comes from
its appellate jurisdiction
its exclusive jurisdiction
the Solicitor General
the Chief Justice
26
The opinion expressed in the political cartoon is associated with which Supreme Court decision?
Gitlow v. New York
Miller v. California
Obergefell v. Hodges
District of Columbia v. Heller
27
The cartoon is referring to which court case?
Engle v. Vitale
Scheck v United States
Texas v Johnson
Tinker v. Des Moines
28
The cartoon is a reaction to which court case?
Texas v Johnson
Tinker v Des Moines
Mapp v Ohio
Engle v Vitale

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