Key Trials
The trial of Brown v. Board of Education resulted in?
School integration and the demise of segregation
The Supreme Court is the _____ law of the land
Highest
The job of the Judicial Branch is to ____ the laws
Interpret
Appellate Courts hear what type of cases?
Appeals
Who was the 1968 winner of the Heisman Trophy?
O.J Simpson
The case of Marbury v. Madison established the practice of?
Judicial Review
What position is the highest ranking in the Supreme Court?
Chief Justice
The difference between a Federal and State crime is?
Federal crimes violate federal laws
State crimes violate state laws and are consist of most crimes
The lowest level of the court system is?
Circuit Courts
Which 1986 wrestling movie featured the names of Louden Swain and Brian Schute?
Vision Quest
What was the impact of Plessy v. Ferguson?
Who is the most recent Supreme Court appointment?
Kentanji Brown Jackson
The Supreme Court mostly hears what type of cases?
Appeals or constitutional issues
Original Jurisdiction is best described as?
The court that hears the case first
What does B.M.W stand for?
Bavarian Motor Works
This trial protected abortion rights and was recently overturned?
Roe v. Wade
Name 3 types of Supreme Court opinions
Majority, Dissenting, Concurring
The main difference between a Strict and Loose constructionist is?
Strict Constructionists have a rigid and narrow interpretation of the constitution
Loose Constructionists have a more broad and liberal understanding of the constitution
What is the main difference between Civil Liberties and Civil Rights?
Civil Liberties protect from tyranny
Civil Rights protect from discrimination
This racing event is ran every Memorial Day weekend?
Indianapolis 500, Monaco Grand Prix, Coke 600
In the trial of Kelo v. New London, which governmental practice was put into question?
Eminent Domain
What issues does "Chevron Deference" present to checks and balances?
The agencies that write their laws also interpret them
Name 3 of the clauses in the 14th amendment
Equal Protection, Due Process, Citizenship, Privileges and Immunities
What is the term that refers to the ability to not be tried for the same crime twice and who is an example of this?
Double Jeopardy and O.J Simpson
The band Creed is known for which hit song?
Higher