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QuizMultiple Choice

The Constitution — Test

Question 7 • Civics and Government

Why was James Madison sued, resulting in Marbury v. Madison ?

Answer
A
He refused to honor an appointment made by a previous presidential administration.
B
He wrote an article about Marbury in the newspaper, which hurt his career as a federal judge.
C
He disagreed with Marbury politically, and withdrew a job offer he had made.
D
He reduced the number of federal judges in the district, preventing Marbury from getting a job.
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