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Practice Test

Question 12 • Principles of American Democracy

Which statement would a judicial activist most likely make?

Answer
A
“The Supreme Court must evaluate laws according to the literal language of the Constitution.”
B
“The court must protect the Constitution from changes to its original meaning.”
C
“Government should exercise only those powers specifically named within the Constitution.”
D
“Interpretations of the Constitution must change because its authors could not foresee modern life.”