Question

Why was the Court’s decision in Marbury v. Madison especially important?

A It established the federal court system in the United States and gave the
Supreme Court exclusive jurisdiction over certain cases.
B It affirmed the Supreme Court’s authority to examine executive or
legislative acts and to invalidate any that contradict constitutional
principles.
C It expanded the constitutional rights of individuals accused of crimes.
D It overturned earlier decisions that validated racial segregation and
declared invalid the “separate but equal” doctrine.

Answer 1

the answer is B. It affirmed the supreme court’s authority to examine executive

Answer 2

Marbury v. Madison is important because it established the power of judicial review for the U.S. Supreme Court and lower federal courts with respect to the Constitution and eventually for parallel state courts with respect to state constitutions.

so the answer is "B"