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Branches of Government

Question 1
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What is one risk associated with the strategy of 'court packing,' wherein the party in control attempts to increase the number of Justices on the Supreme Court?

Question 2
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Which one is NOT a factor the Court can use to make decisions?

Question 3
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In which legal system is the principle of stare decisis strongly emphasized?

Question 4
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Which part of Roe v Wade exemplified judicial activism?

Question 5
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Which factor contributes to the perception that The Supreme Court is an apolitical entity?

Question 6
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What event significantly expanded judicial review powers for the Supreme Court?

Question 7
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What effect has the incorporation doctrine had on state governments in terms of compliance with judicial standards set by the Supreme Court?

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Question 8
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Which term signifies an approach to constitutional interpretation that emphasizes interpreting the constitution as it was originally written and intended by the framers?

Question 9
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Which term defines a court opinion reflecting the views of the majority of judges?

Question 10
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How did the Dred Scott decision contribute to the development of political policies prior to the Civil War?