Bill of Rights Quiz

Question 1

1st Amendment

Answer 1

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

Question 2

2nd Amendment

Answer 2

Right to bare arms; refers to state militias.

Question 3

3rd Amendment

Answer 3

Prohibits the government from housing soldiers (Quartering Amendment).

Question 4

4th Amendment

Answer 4

No unreasonable search and arrest.

Question 5

5th Amendment

Answer 5

Prohibits Double Jeopardy (punishment twice for the same offense), prohibits testimony against yourself, and guarantees due process under the law.

Question 6

6th Amendment

Answer 6

Rights of the accused in criminal cases including the right to a “speedy and public” trial.

Question 7

7th Amendment

Answer 7

Protects the right of trial by jury.

Question 8

8th Amendment

Answer 8

No excessive bail or cruel punishment (tar and feathering).

Question 9

9th Amendment

Answer 9

People retain rights not listed in the Constitution.

Question 10

10th Amendment

Answer 10

Power not given to the federal government is given to the people or states (State’s Rights).