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U.S. Constitutional Law and Interpretation Quiz

#1

Which amendment of the U.S. Constitution guarantees freedom of speech?

First Amendment
Explanation

Protects freedom of speech.

#2

Which constitutional amendment abolished slavery in the United States?

Thirteenth Amendment
Explanation

Abolished slavery.

#3

Which case established the 'separate but equal' doctrine, allowing racial segregation?

Plessy v. Ferguson
Explanation

Established 'separate but equal' doctrine.

#4

Which constitutional amendment guarantees the right to bear arms?

Second Amendment
Explanation

Guarantees right to bear arms.

#5

Which constitutional amendment guarantees the right to a speedy and public trial?

Sixth Amendment
Explanation

Guarantees speedy and public trial.

#6

What is the role of the Supreme Court in interpreting the Constitution?

Interpreting laws, including the Constitution
Explanation

Supreme Court interprets laws, including the Constitution.

#7

Which case established the power of judicial review for the Supreme Court?

Marbury v. Madison
Explanation

Established judicial review.

#8

What is the 'Due Process Clause' in the Fourteenth Amendment intended to protect?

Right to a fair trial
Explanation

Protects right to fair trial.

#9

Who has the authority to confirm or reject presidential nominations to the Supreme Court?

The Senate
Explanation

Senate confirms or rejects nominations.

#10

What is the term for a legal proceeding where a person's guilt or innocence is determined by a jury?

Trial by jury
Explanation

Legal proceeding with jury determines guilt or innocence.

#11

What is the 'Commerce Clause' in the U.S. Constitution primarily concerned with?

Regulating interstate commerce
Explanation

Regulates interstate commerce.

#12

Who has the authority to impeach and remove the President of the United States?

The House of Representatives
Explanation

House of Representatives.

#13

In the context of constitutional law, what does the term 'strict scrutiny' refer to?

A rigorous standard for evaluating certain laws
Explanation

Rigorous standard for evaluating laws.

#14

What is the primary function of the judicial branch in the U.S. government?

Interpreting laws, including the Constitution
Explanation

Interprets laws, including the Constitution.

#15

What is the 'incorporation doctrine' in constitutional law?

The process of applying the Bill of Rights to the states
Explanation

Applies Bill of Rights to states.

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