Judiciary and Federalist 78 Concepts

The video tutorial explores the differences between the Constitution and the Articles of Confederation, focusing on the creation of the executive and judicial branches. Hamilton's Federalist Papers, particularly Federalist 70 and 78, are discussed to justify the need for these branches. The concept of an independent judiciary is explained, addressing Anti-Federalist concerns about its power. Hamilton argues that the judiciary would be the least dangerous branch, though history shows it has become quite powerful. The video also touches on judicial review, introduced in Marbury v. Madison, and reflects on the judiciary's evolving role.

What new branches of government were created by the Constitution?

• Legislative and Executive

• Executive and Judicial

• Judicial and Legislative

• None of the above

What does it mean for judges to serve on 'good behavior'?

• They are elected by the people

• They serve for life unless impeached

• They serve for a fixed term

• They can be removed by the president

Why were anti-federalists concerned about the judiciary?

• It could levy taxes

• It had control over the military

• It was unelected and distant from the people

• It was too close to the people

How did Hamilton justify the judiciary's independence to the people of New York?

• By comparing it to the British system

• By emphasizing its financial control

• By stating it was similar to state constitutions

• By highlighting its military power

According to Hamilton, why is the judiciary considered the least dangerous branch?

• It has no control over the military or finances

• It can impeach the president

• It can declare war

• It can veto laws

What is one reason Hamilton believed an independent judiciary was beneficial?

• It would have more power than the executive

• It would avoid political influence

• It would be more politically oriented

• It would be directly accountable to the people

What did Hamilton claim about the judiciary's power in Federalist 78?

• It would be the least dangerous branch

• It would control the military

• It would be the most powerful branch

• It would have financial authority

What did Hamilton fail to mention in Federalist 78 that later became significant?

• The power of impeachment

• The power to levy taxes

• Judicial review

• The ability to declare war

What historical event first utilized judicial review?

• The Articles of Confederation

• The Federalist Papers publication

• The Marbury v. Madison case

• The signing of the Constitution

What did Andrew Jackson famously say about a Supreme Court decision?

• The judiciary should be elected by the people

• The executive will always support the judiciary

• Let the decision be enforced by the court

• The judiciary is the most powerful branch