Information on the Bill of Rights Flashcards
Which document strongly influenced the Bill of Rights?
Virginia Declaration of Rights
Who wrote the Bill of Rights?
James Madison
Who wrote the Virginia Declaration of Rights?
George Mason
On what day did the First Congress of the U.S. Propose to the state legislature 12 amendments to the Constitution?
September 25, 1789
What did the two amendments that weren’t ratified have to do with?
The number of constituents for each representative and compensation of Congressmen.
Articles 3-12 were ratified by what percent of state legislature?
3/4th
The U.S. Bill of Rights became effective on what date?
December 15, 1791
How many amendments make up the Bill of Rights?
10
Of the original 12 amendments when was the 2nd amendment ratified?
Two centuries after proposal.
What amendment is the original 2nd amendment today?
Amendment 27
Which amendment prevents unlawful search and seizure?
Amendment 4
Who is considered the Father of the Bill of Rights?
James Madison
