Judicial Decision-Making and Philosophies Quiz

Test your knowledge on judicial philosophies, including originalism, activism, and more with this quiz. Explore landmark cases & influential figures.

#1

Which judicial philosophy emphasizes interpreting the Constitution based on its original meaning?

Judicial Activism
Judicial Restraint
Originalism
Living Constitution
#2

Which judicial philosophy believes that judges should adhere closely to precedent and avoid making broad societal changes?

Judicial Activism
Judicial Restraint
Originalism
Pragmatism
#3

According to the concept of 'stare decisis,' what do judges do?

Rely on legal precedent to decide cases
Make decisions based solely on personal beliefs
Refer every case to the Supreme Court
Avoid hearing cases that involve controversial issues
#4

Who is known for the concept of 'judicial activism,' advocating for a more active role of judges in shaping societal policies?

John Marshall
Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
Hugo Black
Thurgood Marshall
#5

Who among the following is known for his advocacy of the 'Living Constitution' approach, suggesting that the Constitution should be interpreted in light of the changing times?

Antonin Scalia
Earl Warren
John Roberts
Clarence Thomas
#6

Which landmark case established the principle of judicial review in the United States?

Marbury v. Madison
Brown v. Board of Education
Roe v. Wade
Miranda v. Arizona
#7

Who was a prominent advocate of the 'realist' approach to judicial decision-making, focusing on the practical consequences of legal rules?

Oliver Wendell Holmes Jr.
Roscoe Pound
Jerome Frank
Felix Frankfurter
#8

Who authored the famous dissenting opinion in the case of 'Plessy v. Ferguson,' arguing against the 'separate but equal' doctrine?

John Marshall Harlan
Roger Taney
William Howard Taft
Louis Brandeis
#9

Which judicial philosophy advocates for judges to consider the underlying principles and purposes of the law rather than focusing solely on legal texts?

Originalism
Textualism
Purposivism
Structuralism
#10

Which landmark case expanded the scope of judicial power by establishing the authority of federal courts to review state court decisions?

Gideon v. Wainwright
Miranda v. Arizona
McCulloch v. Maryland
Martin v. Hunter's Lessee
#11

Which judicial philosophy asserts that the Constitution should be interpreted based on contemporary values and societal needs, even if it means departing from the original intent of the framers?

Judicial Activism
Judicial Restraint
Originalism
Pragmatism
#12

What is the primary objective of 'legal formalism' as a judicial philosophy?

To focus on the practical consequences of legal rules
To interpret the Constitution based on contemporary values
To apply a strict and literal interpretation of the law
To promote judicial activism
#13

Who is often associated with the idea of 'neutral principles' in judicial decision-making, emphasizing the importance of avoiding decisions based on personal preferences?

Robert Bork
Ronald Dworkin
Herbert Wechsler
H. L. A. Hart
#14

Who is known for the concept of 'minimalism' in judicial decision-making, advocating for judges to issue narrow rulings that avoid broad societal questions?

Richard Posner
Cass Sunstein
Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Stephen Breyer
#15

Who introduced the concept of 'living tree doctrine' in judicial interpretation, emphasizing the evolving nature of legal principles?

John Locke
Lord Denning
John Rawls
John Marshall
#16

Who was a proponent of the 'least dangerous branch' theory, suggesting that the judiciary is the least influential and powerful branch of government?

Alexander Hamilton
James Madison
John Jay
Tocqueville
#17

In the case of 'Bush v. Gore,' which principle did the Supreme Court apply to halt the recount in Florida during the 2000 presidential election?

States' rights
Equal protection
Judicial review
Due process

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