16 Questions
What was the main purpose of the 13th, 14th, and 15th amendments passed during Reconstruction?
To abolish slavery, guarantee equal protection, and prohibit racial discrimination in voting
Which Supreme Court case dealt with the concept of equal treatment as outlined in the 14th amendment?
Brown v. Board of Education
What did the 15th amendment primarily address?
Racial discrimination in voting
In which year was the Voting Rights Act of 1965 passed to address weaknesses in African-American voting rights?
1965
What did the constitutional amendments during Reconstruction aim to achieve regarding citizenship and rights?
Ensuring equal rights for all citizens
What is the key role of the US Supreme Court in upholding the constitution?
Determining the constitutionality of laws
In which case was the independent nature of the US Supreme Court first established?
Pletcher v. Peck
What is the significance of judicial review in relation to laws?
It can strike down laws violating the constitution
What happens if a President appoints a judge who later dies during their term?
The Senate must confirm a new appointment
What is the tenure of a US Supreme Court Justice?
Life with no possibility of removal
What does judicial common cover according to the text?
Criminal and civil cases
What event led to the vacancy that was filled by Ketanji Brown Jackson?
Sudden death of Justice Kennedy
Who replaced Justice Kennedy in 2016?
Neil Gorsuch
Which Justice retired in 2014 and faced impeachment proceedings?
Justice Fuller
Who did Obama appoint to the Supreme Court?
Merrick Garland
Which Constitutional requirement necessitated a full Senate vote for the confirmation of a nominee?
Headings to question nominee's qualifications
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