Summary: In this extensive lesson, students will be able to explain the role and responsibilities of the Supreme Court with regard to interpreting the U.S. Constitution; analyze the competing perspectives that resulted in the Marbury v. Madison case; evaluate the lasting significance of Marbury v. Madison and judicial review; and evaluate the nature of how a system of checks and balances has functioned and changed over time.
Overarching Questions:
- CIVICS: How well does the government balance individual rights and the common good, including the need to maintain order, safety and a healthy environment, during this time period?
- CIVICS: Have individuals and groups influenced public policy during this time period? If so, how and what has been the impact?
NJ Student Learning Standards for Social Studies:
- 6.1.12.CivicsPI.3.b: Describe how the Supreme Court increased the power of the national government and promoted national economic growth during this era.
Link to Lesson: John Marshall, Marbury v. Madison, and Judicial Review | NEH-Edsitement