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Flashcards on Bill of Rights
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What is the Bill of Rights?
The first ten amendments to the United States Constitution.
Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?
To protect individual rights and prevent the federal government from abusing its power.
When was the Bill of Rights ratified?
December 15, 1791.
How many amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?
There are ten amendments in the Bill of Rights.
What is the First Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, and the right to petition the government.
What is the Second Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
The right to bear arms.
What is the Tenth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Powers not delegated to the federal government are reserved to the states or the people.
What is the Fourth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures.
What is the Fifth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Protection against self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and the right to due process of law.
What is the Eighth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Protection against cruel and unusual punishment.
What is the Sixth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
The right to a speedy and public trial by an impartial jury.
What is the Ninth Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Protection of rights not specifically listed in the Constitution.
What is the Third Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
Protection against quartering of troops in private homes.
What is the Seventh Amendment of the Bill of Rights?
The right to a jury trial in civil cases.
What is the difference between civil rights and civil liberties?
Civil rights protect individuals from discrimination, while civil liberties protect individual freedoms.
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights guarantees freedom of speech?
First Amendment
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Fifth Amendment
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What is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To establish a framework for the government
To protect individual rights
To define the powers of the President
To regulate commerce between states
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When was the Bill of Rights ratified?
1776
1787
1791
1803
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects against unreasonable searches and seizures?
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Tenth Amendment
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How many amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?
7
9
11
10
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects the right to bear arms?
Second Amendment
Third Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects against self-incrimination and double jeopardy?
First Amendment
Third Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects the right to a speedy and public trial?
Second Amendment
Fourth Amendment
Sixth Amendment
Eighth Amendment
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects against cruel and unusual punishment?
First Amendment
Third Amendment
Eighth Amendment
Ninth Amendment
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Which amendment of the Bill of Rights protects powers not delegated to the federal government?
Tenth Amendment
Second Amendment
Fifth Amendment
Seventh Amendment
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