The Ten Amendments Flashcards

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Under this amendment, a person can be forced to appear as a witness if authorities know they have specific information. This is done through the summons process in order to speed up a trial.

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Amendment 6

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2
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This right given to the people protects us from excessive punishments, torture, excessive bail that couldn’t possibly be paid.

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Amendment 8

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3
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You can buy and carry weapons in order to protect yourself.

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Amendment 2

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4
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No charges to be filed against an individual without a grand jury hearing evidence and making indictment.

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Amendment 5

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5
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Under this amendment, a group of workers can protest to unfair working conditions.

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Amendment 1

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6
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You can sit on a bench in a park to observe birds. This right is not stated in the Constitution but no one can deprive you of it.

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Amendment 9

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7
Q

The government cannot force you to let cops or military officers to stay in your home.

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Amendment 3

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8
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Each state can declare certain activities legal as long as they are not unconstitutional.

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Amendment 10

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9
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A policeman cannot demand to search your house unless he/she has a warrant.

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Amendment 4

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10
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You can sue a restaurant owner for serving you expired food.

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Amendment 7

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