Bill of Rights Flashcards

1
Q

5 1st amendment basics?

A

Freedom of speech;
Religion
Press
Assembly
Petition

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2nd amendment?

A

Right to bear arms.

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3
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3rd amendment?

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No soldier in house without permission in time of peace or war.

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4
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4th amendment?

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A search cannot happen without a warrant describing the place, person, and things to be seized. Warrant must have probable cause, supported by oath or affirmation.

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5th amendment?

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Ensures protection against self incrimination. Cannot be forced to provide evidence or testimony that can be used against them.

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6th amendment?

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Right to a fair and speedy trial in the district the crime was committed with a fair and impartial jury.

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7th amendment?

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Right to have a jury in a trial where compensation exceeds 20 dollars.

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8th amendment?

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Punishment shall not be excessive and cruel or unusual punishments shall not be inflicted along with excessive fines.

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9
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9th amendment?

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Rights of citizens shall be protected even if not explicitly written in the constitution.

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10th amendment?

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Any powers that are not specifically given to the federal government, nor withheld from the states, are reserved to those respective states, or to the people at large.

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Memorize the preamble
We the People of the United states, in order to form a more perfect (1) ,
establish (2) ,
insure domestic (3) ,
provide for the common (4) ,
promote the general (5) ,
and secure the blessings of (6)
to ourselves and our posterity,
do ordain and establish
this Constitution
for the United States of America!

A

Union, Justice, Tranquility, Defense, Welfare, and Liberty

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