At times it was powerful while eventually it fell.
<span>These amendments were virtually ignored in the South and did not contribute to the equal status of blacks until the middle of the 20th century.</span>
D, I believe the answer is D
The primary responsibility of the judicial branch is to interpret and apply the laws and ensure their constitutionality.
The three branches of government share responsibility for the legal system. The Legislative branch (Congress) creates law; the Judicial branch determines their constitutionality and resolves disputes; and the Executive branch enforces the laws.