The Constitution — Test Answers

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

He wrote an article about Marbury in the newspaper, which hurt his career as a federal judge.

He reduced the number of federal judges in the district, preventing Marbury from getting a job.

He refused to honor an appointment made by a previous presidential administration.

He disagreed with Marbury politically, and withdrew a job offer he had made.

The purpose of the preamble of the Constitution is to

introduce and explain the core ideas of the government’s important principles.

describe and enforce the powers of the confederation government.

establish and maintain the sovereignty of individual states.

define and distinguish the roles of domestic and foreign policies.

Which statement applies to both senators and representatives?

They can be expelled for breaking rules.

They are required to be registered voters.

They serve four-year terms.

They must have a college education.

Why did William Marbury most likely support the Judiciary Act of 1789?

It overruled James Madison and confirmed Marbury’s appointment.

It said that James Madison’s actions were unconstitutional.

It limited the Constitution’s power to affect Marbury’s case.

It allowed Marbury to take his case to the Supreme Court.

Which is a true statement about the Privileges and Immunities Clause?

The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with ratifying the Constitution.

The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with rights for enslaved persons.

The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with amending the Constitution.

The Privileges and Immunities Clause deals with shared rights for citizens.

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