Marbury vs. Madison Case Concepts

The video discusses the landmark Supreme Court case Marbury v. Madison, which established the principle of judicial review, allowing the Supreme Court to determine the constitutionality of actions. The case arose from political maneuvering involving the appointment of 'midnight judges' by an outgoing president. The new administration, led by James Madison, refused to deliver the appointments, leading to a lawsuit. The video also includes an active learning assignment using oyez.org to explore the case further.

What is the significance of the Marbury vs. Madison case in U.S. history?

• It was the first case to be televised.

• It was the first case to involve a foreign government.

• It was the first case to establish the power of judicial review.

• It was the first case to be decided by a jury.

What does judicial review allow the Supreme Court to do?

• Appoint new judges.

• Veto presidential decisions.

• Create new laws.

• Determine the constitutionality of laws and actions.

Who confirms the appointments of federal judges?

• The President alone.

• The House of Representatives.

• The Senate.

• The Supreme Court.

What was the 'midnight judges' incident?

• A late-night court session.

• An attempt to fill judicial positions with party members before leaving office.

• A secret meeting of judges.

• A protest by judges against the President.

Why did James Madison withhold the judicial appointments?

• He lost the paperwork.

• He disagreed with the appointments.

• He was instructed by the new President.

• He wanted to appoint his own judges.

Who was Marbury in the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• A Supreme Court Justice.

• A judge appointed by the outgoing President.

• The Secretary of State.

• The President at the time.

What triggered the Marbury vs. Madison lawsuit?

• The withholding of judicial appointments.

• A disagreement over a law.

• A presidential veto.

• A conflict between two states.

What resource is recommended for further exploration of the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• The National Archives.

• The Library of Congress.

• The Oyez website.

• The White House website.

What can students find on the Oyez website about the Marbury vs. Madison case?

• Summaries and key questions of the case.

• Video interviews with the judges.

• Biographies of the involved parties.

• A timeline of U.S. history.

What is the purpose of the active learning task related to Marbury vs. Madison?

• To debate the case in class.

• To write a report on the case.

• To explore the case and answer key questions.

• To memorize the case details.