Amendment Jeopardy Flashcards
How many amendments are in the Bill of Rights?
10 amendments
This amendment declares there shall be no cruel and usual punishments. Which one is it?
8th amendment
Which two amendments state the rights not listed in the Constitution are reserved for the
people?
9th and 10th amendments
Who did the 19th amendment give voting rights to?
Women
Which amendment tells me the government can take part of my paycheck?
16th (income tax) amendment
What six rights do I have from the 1st amendment?
(1) Religion
(2) Worship [expression]
(3) Speech
(4) Press
(5) Assembly
(6) Petition the Gov’t
Which amendment says I cannot be charged money to vote?
24th amendment
Which amendment guarantees you the right to confront your accuser and grants you an
impartial jury?
6th amendment
Which amendment protects you from being tried twice for the same crime?
5th amendment
What does the 13th amendment officially outlaw in the US?
Slavery
What right is granted unto all men in the 15th?
Voting
What does the last section of all three Civil War amendment state how Congress is allowed to
enforce the provisions of the amendment?
By appropriate legislation
What must be followed if you are to be deprived of life, liberty, or property?
Due process of law.
Which president’s time in office led to the 22nd amendment, stating one can only serve two
terms as president?
Franklin Roosevelt (FDR)
What are the two main difference between the implantation of the due process clause of the 5th
amendment and the 14th?
Substantive vs. procedural
What event forced the 26th amendment, which said I only have to be 18 to vote?
Vietnam War
From the 17th amendment, how are senators elected?
Popular vote
Which amendment clarified the Electoral College and set the process for every election since 1804?
12th amendment
How did the 20th amendment change the government?
Pres/VP end term on 20 Jan.
Congress end term on 3 Jan.
What is the main purpose of the 27th amendment?
Changes to Congressional pay take effect after the next term of office for the representatives.
Which case led to the 11th amendment, stating Utah cannot be sued by a citizen of another state
or foreigner not living in our state?
Chisholm v. Georgia
I don’t have to put soldiers in my home, do I? How do you know?
No. 3rd amendment.
I do have some protections from the police according to the 4th amendment. What are they?
(1) Protection from unreasonable search and seizure
(2) Must present warrant
Sometimes, people need a drink. What is the only part of the 18th amendment that was not repealed by Congress?
Congress reserves the right to regulate the transportation of alcohol.
What did the 21st amendment do?
Repealed the 18th amendment (prohibition).
