Bill of Rights Flashcards
1
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1st amendment
A
Freedom of speech, press, assembly, petition, and religion
2
Q
2nd amendment
A
right to bear arms
3
Q
3rd amendment
A
No housing of soldiers in times of peace
4
Q
4th amendment
A
reason and place to be searched for certain items.
5
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5th amendment
A
no double jeopardy, grand jury consensus, can’t be forced to testify against yourself, due process of law.
6
Q
6th amendment
A
rights of the accused (change of venue)
7
Q
7th amendment
A
right to a jury in a civil case
8
Q
8th amendment
A
no harsh or unusual punishment, no excessive bail or fines
9
Q
9th amendment
A
promise that written & unwritten rights can’t be taken from the people by the government
10
Q
10th amendment
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powers not given to the federal government are left to the state or the people.
