The political versus judicial nature of the Supreme Court. (Edexcel A-Level Politics): Quizzes
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What was Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation vote in the Senate?
What was Brett Kavanaugh's confirmation vote in the Senate?
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
What happened to Merrick Garland's nomination compared to Amy Coney Barrett's?
What happened to Merrick Garland's nomination compared to Amy Coney Barrett's?
Garland blocked; Barrett expedited
What is judicial activism?
What is judicial activism?
Rulings reflecting personal/political bias
Which landmark cases were part of the Warren Court Era?
Which landmark cases were part of the Warren Court Era?
Brown v. Board & Miranda v. Arizona
What did Riley v. California address?
What did Riley v. California address?
Privacy rights & modern technology
What happened to Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in 2023?
What happened to Biden's Student Loan Forgiveness Plan in 2023?
The Court struck it down
What was notable about the Trump Disqualification Case decision in 2023?
What was notable about the Trump Disqualification Case decision in 2023?
It was unanimous
What does the Living Constitution approach advocate?
What does the Living Constitution approach advocate?
Constitution adapts to modern society
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
What is originalism?
What is originalism?
Fixed meaning from framers' intent
Which interpretative approach is Justice Clarence Thomas known for?
Which interpretative approach is Justice Clarence Thomas known for?
Originalism