Judicial Power Shift Answer Key

This worksheet asks students to compare the power and public perception of the Supreme Court in 1803 versus today. By completing a chart with thoughtful responses, learners evaluate changes in judicial authority, confidence in the Court, relationships with other branches, and the significance of judicial review. A short written reflection reinforces understanding of how Supreme Court power has evolved over time. This activity helps students develop comparative thinking and understand long-term shifts in governmental balance.

Curriculum Matched Skills

Social Studies – Evolution of Federal Judicial Power

Civics – Relationship Between Government Branches

English Language Arts – Comparative Analysis

Social Studies – Historical Continuity and Change

This worksheet is part of our Marbury v. Madison Worksheets collection.