Bill Of Rights Flashcards

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2nd amendment

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The right to bear arms

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1st amendment

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Freedom of religion, freedom of speech, freedom of press, the right of assembly, and the ability to petition the government

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3rd amendment

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Prevents the government from forcing citizens to shelter soldiers in their private homes

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4th amendment

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Protects the privacy of American citizens, guards against unnecessary or unreasonable search or seizure of a persons property

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5th amendment

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Provides for due process to protect against abuse of the government in a legal procedure

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6th amendment

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Grants the right to an attorney, the right to a speedy and public trial

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7th amendment

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Grants the right to a trial by jury in civil legal cases. Civil cases solve disputes between citizens

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8th amendment

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Unreasonable bail or fines and cruel or unusual punishments are prohibited

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9th amendment

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Recognizes that Americans have rights not listed in the constitution

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10th amendment

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States rights: the powers not given to the u.s. Government belong to the people or the states

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Why was the bill of rights necessary to add and what is it

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The bill of rights is the first ten amendments to the u.s. Constitution.these include specific rights American citizens are entitled to.

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