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What does the U.S. Constitution trump according to the text?
State Laws
What is the significance of SCOTUS striking down a law that benefits them as mentioned in the text?
Setting a precedent for following the Constitution
What limitation does the text mention regarding Congress and SCOTUS's jurisdiction?
SCOTUS's jurisdiction is limited by Article 3 of the Constitution
Which case mentioned in the text involves a conflict between state law and a federal treaty?
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Besides Congress, what else can federal courts review according to the text?
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Who has the authority to declare war according to the text?
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What is the role of the President in treaties according to the text?
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What is the significance of Marbury v. Madison according to the text?
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What does judicial review refer to according to the text?
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Which branch of government is permitted to create inferior courts according to Article III sec. 1?
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What is the rule established by Judicial Review as per the text?
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What did Marbury v. Madison establish in terms of state court decisions?
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In what situations does SCOTUS have jurisdiction over state cases?
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Which of the following is NOT a limit on constitutional adjudication discussed?
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What is the purpose of the standing requirement in federal courts?
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Which element must plaintiffs satisfy to meet the Art.III requirements for federal court jurisdiction?
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What aspect ensures that parties have full incentive to litigate based on constitutional and prudential concerns?
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What is required for a person to assert standing in a case?
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In the context of standing, what does 'redressability' refer to?
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What was the main reason for denying standing in LUJAN V.DEFENDERS?
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In the MASS V.EPA case, what did the court's ruling indicate about standing?
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What is one of the key aspects of causation needed for standing?
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Why was standing denied in LUJAN V.DEFENDERS based on redressability?
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Which theory emphasizes determining the purpose of framers and ratifiers from the text, legislative history, and historical context?
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What does a writ of mandamus represent in legal terms?
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In Marbury v. Madison, what did SCOTUS determine about the Judiciary Act of 1789?
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Which principle involves comparing decisions to those in other countries when interpreting laws?
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What is the main legal concept established in Marbury v. Madison with respect to judicial power?
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Which factor did SCOTUS primarily base its interpretation on in Marbury v. Madison?
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What is the main function of the Judicial branch according to the text?
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Which branch of government has the power to execute and enforce laws?
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In the U.S. Constitution, which branch has the power to make laws?
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What is the purpose of the separation of powers in a government?
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What is the significance of limited/enumerated powers in Constitutional Law?
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'Checks and Balances' in a government system are designed to:
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'Marbury v. Madison' was significant in establishing:
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'SCOTUS' is an acronym that stands for:
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'Marbury v. Madison' decision is considered crucial because it:
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'Judicial Review' refers to the power of courts to:
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