Question

1. why does the senate have the power to approve presidential appointments of judges?

(dok 3 – analyze reasoning)
a. to give the senate more power than the president
b. to ensure judges are loyal to congress
c. to limit the president’s power and prevent unfair appointments
d. to speed up the judicial process
correct answer:
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1. which scenario best shows checks and balances working as intended?

(dok 3 – evaluate & apply)
a. congress passes laws without court review
b. the president ignores court rulings
c. the supreme court strikes down a law that violates the constitution
d. judges create laws to fix unfair policies

Explanation:

For question 4: This is rooted in the U.S. system of checks and balances. The Senate's approval power for judicial appointments exists to counterbalance the President's appointment authority, preventing unqualified or biased candidates from being placed on the bench.
For question 5: Checks and balances means each branch of government can limit the others' power. The Supreme Court's power of judicial review (striking unconstitutional laws) is a core example of this system working as intended, as it checks the legislative branch's lawmaking power.

Answer:

1. C. To limit the President's power and prevent unfair appointments
2. C. The Supreme Court strikes down a law that violates the Constitution