THE 1970S 1969 1979
SUPREME COURT CASE ROE V WADE
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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checks and balances
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federalism
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judicial review
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republicanism
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Detailed explanation-1: -The Court found that Madison’s refusal to deliver the commission was illegal, but did not order Madison to hand over Marbury’s commission via writ of mandamus.
Detailed explanation-2: -The U.S. Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison (1803) established the principle of judicial review-the power of the federal courts to declare legislative and executive acts unconstitutional.
Detailed explanation-3: -Marshall is best known for two important contributions to modern U.S. government. First, he established the power and prestige of the judiciary department, so that it could claim equal status with Congress and the Executive in a balanced government of separated powers.
Detailed explanation-4: -The decision in Marbury v. Madison greatly expanded the power of the Supreme Court by establishing its right to overturn acts of Congress, a power not explicitly granted by the Constitution.