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Which of the following is true about same-sex marriage in the United States today?

In U.S. v. Lopez, the Supreme Court reigned in (limited) Congress’ use of Commerce Power slightly.  Which of the following best describes the Court’s ruling in the Lopez case?

The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution, known as the Bill of Rights, limit the powers of government over individuals.  Which of the following is NOT in the Bill of Rights?

Presidents Nixon and Reagan pursued “new federalism” which includes giving states more block grants instead of categorical grants.  Which of the following best describes the difference between “categorical grants” and “block grants”?

What test does the Supreme Court usually apply to laws that conflict with the liberties protected in the Bill of Rights especially with freedom of speech?

In October, 2017, actresses Alyssa Milano, Gwyneth Paltrow, Angelina Jolie and others came forward saying Hollywood producer Harvey Weinstein sexually assaulted them.  Soon after, numerous women in politics, academia, entertainment and other areas came forward posting similar stories of sexual harassment and assault under a hashtag that would become the name of this movement.  What is this movement called?

The 4th Amendment addresses unreasonable searches and seizures and requirements for obtaining a search warrant.  Which of the following is true regarding searches without a warrant?

The First Amendment has two religion clauses—the Establishment Clause and the Free Exercise Clause.  Which of the following would be an example of the Supreme Court applying protections from the Free Exercise Clause?

Which of the following is true regarding African Americans’ right to vote?

The case N.L.R.B vs. Jones (1937), known as “the switch in time that saved nine,” was an important shift in the Supreme Court’s interpretation of the Commerce Clause.  Which of the following best describes how the Court has interpreted the Commerce Clause since this case?