(pt 5) Constitutional Powers of Government Quiz
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Which clause in the Constitution gives Congress the power to regulate interstate commerce?

  • Supremacy Clause
  • Commercial Clause (correct)
  • Preemption Clause
  • Police Powers Clause

What powers are possessed by the states as part of their inherent sovereignty?

  • Supremacy powers
  • Commercial powers
  • Police powers (correct)
  • Preemption powers

What is the doctrine under which certain federal laws take precedence over conflicting state or local laws?

  • Commercial Clause
  • Supremacy Clause
  • Police Powers Doctrine
  • Preemption Doctrine (correct)

What was the original purpose of the Bill of Rights in the US Constitution?

<p>To limit the powers of the national government (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which amendment to the US Constitution protects freedom of speech?

<p>First Amendment (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does the compelling government interest test assess regarding laws that restrict fundamental rights like free speech?

<p>The convincing reasons for passing the law (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of speech is considered unprotected under the First Amendment?

<p>'Hate speech' (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what scenario can schools restrict students' speech at school events according to the US Supreme Court?

<p>When it threatens disruption or harm (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

'Corporate political speech' is protected under which constitutional amendment?

<p>'First Amendment' (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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