Question

The landmark case of Marbury v. Madison in 1803 created the system of “judicial review”, by which the Supreme Court can do which of the following?
Select one:
A.
overturn legislation deemed to be unconstitutional

B.
impeach the President for certain high crimes

C.
call for the records of a prior case from a lower court

D.
ratify the appointment of judges to lower courts

Answer 1

Answer:

A

Explanation:

Marbury v. Madison, 5 U.S. 137, was a landmark U.S. Supreme Court case that established the principle of judicial review in the United States, meaning that American courts have the power to strike down laws, statutes, and some government actions that they find to violate the Constitution of the United States.

Answer 2

Answer: A. Overturn legislation deemed to be unconstitutional