Which of the Following Was Responsible for Interpreting and Applying

question 9

Multiple Choice

Which of the following was responsible for interpreting and applying the principles of the Constitution?

• A) state legislatures
• B) Department of State
• C) Congress
• D) Supreme Court

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Definitions:

Modern Women's Movement

A social and political movement from the late 20th century aiming to achieve equality for women in various aspects of society, including employment, education, and law.

The Feminine Mystique

A landmark book by Betty Friedan published in 1963 that challenged the traditional roles of women in society and sparked the second wave of feminism in the United States.

Equal Rights Amendment

A proposed amendment to the U.S. Constitution aiming to guarantee equal legal rights for all American citizens regardless of sex, never fully ratified.

Equal Pay Act

A U.S. law enacted in 1963 aimed at abolishing wage disparity based on sex by ensuring that men and women are given equal pay for equal work in the same establishment.