AP®︎ U.S. Government & Politics: Topic 2.8 Practice Test

Prepare for your quiz, test, or the AP exam with focused practice questions on Topic 2.8 of AP U.S. Government & Politics – The Judicial Branch.


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Question 1 Easy

This question tests the following: LO 2.8.A

What is the primary function of the judicial branch?

AEnforcing laws
BInterpreting laws
CMaking laws
DConducting foreign policy

What You’re Being Tested On:

Explore the learning objectives taken directly from the College Board’s AP® U.S. Government & Politics Curriculum. Ensure you’re prepared for the exact topics covered on the AP® exam, in-class tests, and quizzes, and gain confidence in your mastery of the material.

Topic 2.8: The Judicial Branch

Learning Objective: LO 2.8.A

Explain the principle of judicial review and how it checks the power of other branches.

Review: EK 2.8.A.1

The foundation for powers of the judicial branch and the argument for how its independence checks the power of other branches is set forth in the following documents, respectively: i. Article III of the Constitution ii. Federalist No. 78