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AssignmentMultiple Choice

Judicial Branch

Question 5 • RKAA- Second Semester Civics and Citizenship 0.5 New

Based on the passage, why was Linda Brown’s case decided by the Supreme Court?

Answer
A
It involved an individual offense against the entire community.
B
It involved a dispute over an action taken by the government.
C
It involved the possible enforcement of a criminal punishment
D
It involved a private party that failed to meet a legal responsibility.

Explanation

Linda Brown’s case challenged segregation in public schools, which were operated by the government. Because the dispute concerned a government action and whether it violated the Constitution, it could be decided by the Supreme Court. The best choice is “It involved a dispute over an action taken by the government.”

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