The Bill Of Rights Flashcards
If Chris is on trial and does not want to testify in court, which amendment protects him from testifying?
The fifth amendment
(Protects from self-incrimination
Which best describes why some people such as James Madison thought that the Bill of Rights was unnecessary?
Rights that were not listed would be unprotected
Which amendment protects any rights that are not specifically mentioned within the constitution or the bill of rights?
The Ninth Amendment
What right is implied by the Second Amendment’s right to bear arms?
The right to protect yourself
The First Amendment protects the right to
Free speech
What are the rights guaranteed by the Bill of Rights that cannot be taken away by law?
Civil liberties
Which type of rights were most influential in the creation of the Bill of Rights?
Natural rights
Which type of rights are fundamental and belong to all citizens?
Substantive Rights
Which amendment was designed to allay Anti-Federalists fears of a central government with too much power?
The tenth amendment
According to the preamble to the Bill of Rights, what is the purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To prevent the government from abusing people’s rights
What is the bill of rights?
A list of the civil liberties and rights of citizens of the United States
What does the bill of rights consist of?
The first 10 amendments
How does the seventh amendment differ from the other amendments dealing with procedural rights in the Bill of Rights?
The seventh amendment applies to civil court proceedings
Which type of rights ensures equal treatment under the law?
Civil rights ?
