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Principles and Concepts of Constitutional Law Quiz

#1

Which document establishes the fundamental principles, structures, and processes of a government?

Constitution
Explanation

Basic framework of government

#2

Who has the authority to interpret the Constitution and determine its meaning?

Judiciary
Explanation

Interpretation of constitutional law

#3

What is the term for the idea that no individual or entity is above the law?

Rule of law
Explanation

Principle of legal equality

#4

Which principle states that government powers are divided between a national government and state governments?

Federalism
Explanation

Division of powers

#5

Which clause in the First Amendment of the United States Constitution prohibits the government from establishing an official religion?

Establishment Clause
Explanation

Separation of church and state

#6

What term describes the process by which the Supreme Court applies the Bill of Rights to the states through the Fourteenth Amendment?

Incorporation
Explanation

Application of constitutional rights to states

#7

Which constitutional principle allows each branch of government to limit the power of the other branches to prevent an abuse of power?

Checks and balances
Explanation

System of mutual constraints

#8

Who wrote 'The Federalist Papers', which are considered authoritative interpretations of the United States Constitution?

Alexander Hamilton
Explanation

Author of constitutional commentary

#9

In constitutional law, what does the term 'stare decisis' refer to?

A Latin phrase meaning 'let the decision stand'
Explanation

Precedent adherence

#10

What is the significance of the Marbury v. Madison case in the development of constitutional law?

It established the principle of judicial review
Explanation

Establishment of judicial power

#11

Who has the power to impeach and remove federal officials, including the President, for 'high crimes and misdemeanors'?

Congress
Explanation

Authority for removal of officials

#12

What is the term for the process of temporarily holding a suspect in custody, usually by law enforcement, for questioning or investigation?

Detention
Explanation

Temporary custody for investigation

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