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Marshall’s Court — Quiz

Question 2 • Virginia and US History

The outcome of the Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison defined the constitutionality of the

Answer
A
Bill of Rights.
B
Jefferson presidency.
C
Federalists.
D
Judiciary Act of 1789.

Explanation

In Marbury v. Madison (1803), the Supreme Court ruled that part of the Judiciary Act of 1789 conflicted with the Constitution. The case established judicial review—the Court’s power to declare laws unconstitutional—so the correct choice is the Judiciary Act of 1789.

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