Answers AP US Government and Politics Unit 2 Free-Response Questions: Prompt 3 — Unit testQuestion 11

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Unit 2 Free-Response Questions: Prompt 3 — Unit test

Question 11 • AP US Government and Politics

Which statement best describes the purpose of judicial review?

Answer

A

It limits the types of cases the Supreme Court can hear.

B

It allows the Supreme Court to have original jurisdiction in some cases.

C

It mandates that state courts can overturn federal actions in their jurisdictions.

D

It provides a check on the power of the executive and legislative branches of government.

Explanation

Judicial review is the power of courts to decide whether laws or government actions comply with the Constitution. By striking down unconstitutional actions, the courts can check the power of the executive and legislative branches. Therefore, the best answer is that it provides a check on those branches.

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