Supreme Court and Government Roles Flashcards

Questions and Answers

Who was the first person to bring a case to the Supreme Court?

John Marshall

What power did Congress have as agreed by the Supreme Court in McCulloch v. Maryland?

The power to create a federal bank

What is an implied power?

A power that is suggested by the Constitution

What does the excerpt from Article 1, Section 8 of the Constitution reinforce?

Federal Supremacy Signup and view all the answers

What was the purpose of the Judiciary Act of 1789?

To establish a federal court system Signup and view all the answers

How might the decision in McCulloch v. Maryland complicate future Supreme Court decisions?

The principle of federal supremacy meant the court would more often rule in favor of federal powers over those of individual states Signup and view all the answers

How did Gibbons v. Ogden expand the idea of federal supremacy?

By stating that Congress has power to regulate trade between states Signup and view all the answers

Why did William Marbury most likely support the Judiciary Act of 1789?

It allowed Marbury to take his case to the Supreme Court Signup and view all the answers

Why was James Madison sued, resulting in Marbury v. Madison?

He refused to honor an appointment made by a previous presidential administration Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

John Marshall and the Supreme Court

John Marshall was the first Chief Justice of the United States and pivotal in establishing the role of the Supreme Court.
He brought landmark cases to the Supreme Court, shaping the judicial system.

McCulloch v. Maryland

In the case of McCulloch v. Maryland, the Supreme Court ruled in favor of James McCulloch, affirming Congress's authority to establish a federal bank.
This case exemplified the use of implied powers, which are powers not explicitly stated in the Constitution but are necessary to implement its provisions.

Constitutional Powers and Federal Supremacy

Article 1, Section 8 of the U.S. Constitution empowers Congress to regulate commerce, reinforcing the principle of federal supremacy over state laws and powers.
The judiciary act of 1789 was established to create a federal court system, laying the foundation for federal judiciary operations.

Implications of McCulloch v. Maryland

The ruling in McCulloch v. Maryland reinforced federal supremacy, suggesting future cases may favor federal powers over states' rights, complicating state-federal relations in judicial decisions.

Gibbons v. Ogden

Gibbons v. Ogden expanded federal supremacy by affirming Congress's authority to regulate interstate trade, further establishing the federal government's power over the states.

Marbury v. Madison

William Marbury supported the Judiciary Act of 1789, which allowed him to bring his case before the Supreme Court.
James Madison was sued in Marbury v. Madison for not honoring an appointment made by the previous administration, highlighting conflicts in presidential transitions and judicial appointments.

Description

Explore key concepts about the Supreme Court and its impact on governmental structure through this detailed flashcard set. Learn about significant cases, such as McCulloch v. Maryland, and the importance of implied powers within the Constitution. Perfect for students studying government and constitutional law.