Question 1

Three different tests are used by the Supreme Court as standards in reviewing cases which raise issues of equal protection. What are the three tests? When is each applied? In your opinion, why have different tests been developed?

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Question 2

The State of Hawaii enacts a piece of legislation that taxes all airplanes that land in the state. Several airlines challenge the legislation as unconstitutional. What is the likely result of the court case? Explain.

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Question 3

What rights are protected by the First Amendment? What sorts of speech are constitutionally protected? Explain.

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Question 4

Identify the purpose of the U.S. Constitution as stated in its preamble.

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Question 5

An article appeared in the local newspaper of Midville falsely stating that the policy chief, Wilson, was facilitating the operations of a multi-state drug ring. Explain whether Wilson has any recourse against the paper or whether its statements are protected under the First Amendment.

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Question 6

Briefly discuss the Contract Clause of the Constitution.

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Quiz 4: Constitutional Law