Calder v. Bull — Quiz

5 questions on the issue, rule, and holding, with an explanation for each answer. Read the full Calder v. Bull brief first if you need to review.

1. What was the primary legal issue in Calder v. Bull?

2. What did the holding of the Calder v. Bull case determine regarding the Ex Post Facto Clause?

3. What specific action did the Connecticut General Assembly take in the Calder v. Bull case?

4. Why did the Bulls argue that the Connecticut legislative resolve was unconstitutional?

5. What broader significance does the Calder v. Bull case have in the realm of constitutional law?