Why did the foundling fathers draft a bill of rights? Flashcards
What is the primary purpose of the Bill of Rights?
To protect individual liberties and limit government power.
True or False: The Bill of Rights was included in the original Constitution.
False
Fill in the blank: The Bill of Rights consists of the first ___ amendments to the Constitution.
ten
Who were the main advocates for the inclusion of a Bill of Rights?
Anti-Federalists
What year was the Bill of Rights ratified?
1791
Multiple choice: Which amendment protects the freedom of speech?
First Amendment
What was a major concern of the founding fathers regarding the federal government?
That it could become too powerful and infringe on individual rights.
True or False: The Bill of Rights guarantees the right to bear arms.
True
What is the significance of the Ninth Amendment?
It states that the enumeration of certain rights in the Constitution does not deny or disparage others retained by the people.
Fill in the blank: The Bill of Rights was drafted by James ___ and other founding fathers.
Madison
Multiple choice: Which amendment prohibits cruel and unusual punishment?
Eighth Amendment
What was the main argument made by Federalists against the Bill of Rights?
That it was unnecessary because the Constitution already limited government power.
Short answer: How did the Bill of Rights address concerns for individual states?
It ensured that individual liberties would be protected from federal encroachment.
True or False: The Second Amendment is often debated in the context of gun control.
True
What role did public opinion play in the adoption of the Bill of Rights?
Public demand for the protection of individual rights influenced its adoption.
Which amendment protects against self-incrimination?
Fifth Amendment
Fill in the blank: The Bill of Rights was a compromise between the ___ and the ___ during the ratification of the Constitution.
Federalists, Anti-Federalists
Multiple choice: Which amendment guarantees the right to a speedy trial?
Sixth Amendment
Short answer: Why was the Bill of Rights considered essential by many founding fathers?
It was seen as a safeguard against potential tyranny and government overreach.
