bill of rights- 10 amendments

Question 1

1st

Answer 1

Freedom of expression, religion, speech, press, assembly, and petition.

Question 2

2nd

Answer 2

Right to bear arms

Question 3

3rd

Answer 3

Prohibits soldiers from temporarily residing (soldiers) in private homes during peacetime without getting the owners permission and consent of the owner.

Question 4

4th

Answer 4

Protects people’s right to privacy, prohibits unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.

Question 5

5th

Answer 5

No person tried without the grande jury indictment or punished twice for the same offense

Question 6

6th

Answer 6

Rights of accused in criminal cases, including legal representation ad a fair and speedy trial.

Question 7

7th

Answer 7

Guarantees a trail by jury.

Question 8

8th

Answer 8

Insures that punishments for crimes are not excessive, cruel, or unusual.

Question 9

9th

Answer 9

People retain rights not listed in the United States Constitution.

Question 10

10th

Answer 10

Power not given to the federal government is given to the people or states (very important for state government.