The political versus judicial nature of the Supreme Court. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What contrast shows the politicised nature of Supreme Court appointments?
What contrast shows the politicised nature of Supreme Court appointments?
Garland blocked, Barrett expedited 2020
What was the vote margin for Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation?
What was the vote margin for Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation?
50-48
How many conservative justices did Trump appoint to the Supreme Court?
How many conservative justices did Trump appoint to the Supreme Court?
Three justices
What aspect of Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination showed the judicial nature of appointments?
What aspect of Ketanji Brown Jackson's nomination showed the judicial nature of appointments?
Thorough examination of judicial record
Which Warren Court case advanced civil rights and liberties?
Which Warren Court case advanced civil rights and liberties?
Brown v. Board of Education
Which case demonstrates recent conservative judicial activism?
Which case demonstrates recent conservative judicial activism?
Citizens United v. FEC
What judicial approach did Dobbs v. Jackson use to overturn Roe v. Wade?
What judicial approach did Dobbs v. Jackson use to overturn Roe v. Wade?
Originalist view
Which 2023 Supreme Court decision impacted Biden's domestic policy?
Which 2023 Supreme Court decision impacted Biden's domestic policy?
Striking down Student Loan Forgiveness
What did the Trump Disqualification Case (2023) demonstrate?
What did the Trump Disqualification Case (2023) demonstrate?
Commitment to constitutional principles
Which amendment did Obergefell v. Hodges use to legalise same-sex marriage?
Which amendment did Obergefell v. Hodges use to legalise same-sex marriage?
14th Amendment
Which amendment did Riley v. California apply to modern digital technology?
Which amendment did Riley v. California apply to modern digital technology?
Fourth Amendment
Which Justice is known for their originalist approach?
Which Justice is known for their originalist approach?
Clarence Thomas