SAT US History Practice Question
In explaining why the nullification of the 1828 Tariff of Abominations was justified, John C. Calhoun contended that
- A.the people had ratified the Constitution and, therefore, could decide on the constitutionality of a federal law.
- B.the states were sovereign because they had formed a compact called the Constitution.
- C.the Supreme Court had declared the Tariff of Abominations unconstitutional.
- D.Congress was sovereign and could decide all major questions, including slavery.
- E.President Andrew Jackson had been elected by the whole people and agreed with his position.
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