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RCMultiple Choice

Civil Rights and Voting Rights — Cumulative exam

Question 11 • 11011de2 CONNECTED Fall 2026 NM-US History and Geography S2

Which statement would a judicial activist most likely make?

Answer
A
“Interpretations of the Constitution must change because its authors could not foresee modern life.”
B
“The court must protect the Constitution from changes to its original meaning.”
C
“Government should exercise only those powers specifically named within the Constitution.”
D
“The Supreme Court must evaluate laws according to the literal language of the Constitution.”

Explanation

Judicial activism generally supports interpreting the Constitution in light of contemporary circumstances and addressing modern problems through court decisions. Choice A expresses that view by saying interpretations should change because the authors could not foresee modern life. The other choices emphasize preserving the original meaning or following the Constitution’s literal text, which are more associated with judicial restraint or strict construction.

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