Branches of Government
What might be a consequence if judicial review was not established by Marbury v. Madison?
The Judiciary would likely become an extension of Congress, simply enforcing laws passed by legislature.
America's legal systems would shift towards a civil law tradition rather than common law tradition.
It could diminish the role of courts in determining constitutionality, potentially undermining checks and balances system.
The Executive Branch would assume responsibility for reviewing constitutionality.
Which of the following best describes how states can influence the federal judiciary's power?
By holding state referendums to override specific decisions of federal courts.
By proposing and ratifying constitutional amendments that alter the judiciary's jurisdiction or processes.
By issuing binding resolutions that limit federal court rulings within their borders.
By directly appointing judges to the federal courts through state legislatures.
Which action can be taken due to public dissatisfaction with a Supreme Court decision?
A constitutional amendment can be proposed and passed to reverse it.
The President can veto the decision within 10 days of its issuance.
Citizens can sue the court for unfair ruling which may lead to reversal of decision.
The Congress can call for re-voting in Supreme Court on same case.
What is a recent political challenge emerging from the lifetime tenure of Supreme Court justices?
Increased workload leading to slow decision-making
Difficulty in removing justices who commit crimes
Lack of diversity among justices
The potential to shift the ideological balance of the court for extended periods
How can Congress attempt to limit the Court's power?
By modifying the impact of a Court decision after it has been made
All of the above
By amending the Constitution in relation to the Court
By changing the Court's jurisdiction
How can the President exercise influence over the judiciary without directly intervening in its decisions?
Passing executive orders to counteract judicial decisions.
Imposing legislative vetoes on court rulings.
Nominating judges with similar ideological stances.
Directly amending court opinions after issuance.
What is a possible consequence if an amendment were passed requiring unanimous consent from state legislatures before any change in Constitutional interpretation by the Supreme Court becomes effective?
Mandating unanimous consent from states fortifies states' rights by giving them direct influence over national Constitutional interpretations.
An amendment demanding statewide approval for interpretive changes may incentivize greater collaboration between state governments.
Unanimous consent requirements could paralyze constitutional jurisprudence, as achieving consensus among states is often impractical due to differing regional interests and political ideologies.
Consensus among state legislatures prior to changes taking effect might cultivate nationwide uniformity in Constitutional interpretation.

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Which statement best describes how state governments can serve as checks on federal judiciary power?
State governments may pass laws that challenge interpretations of federal law by courts.
State legislatures can impeach federal judges who make controversial rulings affecting their states.
Governors have veto power over federally determined policies enforced within their state boundaries.
State judiciaries possess authority to nullify federal law when it conflicts with state interests.
What has contributed to the continued existence of checks and balances on the Judicial branch?
It prevents concentration and abuse of power in one branch of government.
It allows for direct public influence over court cases and legal proceedings.
It causes gridlock and inefficiency in decision-making processes.
It increases partisan conflict within different branches of government.
What congressional mechanism can indirectly overturn a Supreme Court decision on statutory interpretation but not on constitutional grounds?
Impeachment of Justices
Issuing legislative vetoes
Passing new legislation
Invoking the Congressional Review Act