AP Government Final Review

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Congress derives a significant amount of its power from

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necessary and proper clause.

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The debates between the Federalists and Anti-Federalists were mainly focused on

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national vs. state supremacy.

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Federalist #51 focuses on the topic of

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the branches of government and their independence from one another.

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A plaintiff cannot bring suit unless he or she has fulfilled which of the following requirements? paid bail, filed amicus curiae brief, hired a public defender, established standing to sue

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established standing to sue

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The term "legislative oversight" refers to Congress's authority to

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conduct investigations.

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In The Federalist 70, Alexander Hamilton states that “energy in the executive is a leading character in the definition of good government.” In this statement, Hamilton is arguing in favor of

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a single executive who can respond quickly to crises

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All of the following statements accurately describe the federal court system EXCEPT:
- very few federal cases actually go to trial.
- federal courts do not handle cases involving any state laws.
- all federal judges must be nominated by the president and confirmed by the state.
- lower courts must adhere to the precedents set by higher courts.

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federal courts do not handle cases involving any state laws.

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Schenck v. United States established that "Clear and Present Danger" could limit which basic right?

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Freedom of Speech

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The exclusionary rule holds that

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evidence obtained from an illegal search and seizure cannot be used in a trial.

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A Supreme Court decision based on a similar previous case is made based on what concept? (Options: Certiorari, Stare decisis, Amicus curiae, In pauperis)

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Stare decisis