27 amendments Flashcards
1
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1st Amendment
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Freedom of expression, religion, etc.
2
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2nd amendment
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Right to bear arms
3
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3rd amendment
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Prohibits soldiers from quartering in private homes
4
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4th amendment
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Protects people’s right to privacy. Need a warrant
5
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5th amendment
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No one can be tried for the same offence 2 times. Don’t need to be a witness to yourself
6
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6th amendment
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Rights of accused. Fair and speedy trail
7
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7th amendment
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Trial by jury
8
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8th amendment
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No cruel or excessive punishment
9
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9th amendment
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People’s rights
10
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10th amendment
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States rights
11
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11th amendment
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Can’t sue a state in federal court
11
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12th amendment
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Repeals article 1 of section 2
11
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13th amendment
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Abolished slavery
11
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14th amendment
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Everyone born in the U.S enjoys full rights
11
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15th amendment
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You cant stop people from voting because of their race or creed
