The Concept of Original Intent Holds That

question 38

Multiple Choice

The concept of original intent holds that

• A)judges and justices should determine the intent of the Framers of the Constitution regarding a particular matter and decide cases in line with that intent.
• B)the Founders intended judges to use discretion.
• C)it is necessary to adapt the principles in the Constitution to the demands of each era.
• D)the Founders embraced general principles that are open to interpretation.
• E)the Founders intended judges to interpret the Constitution but make new law when necessary.

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