Bill of Rights

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These were the people who wanted to ratify the new Constitution and thought that checks and balances and separation of powers would protect people's natural rights.

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Federalists

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These people argued that the Constitution did not protect individual rights, and that a bill of rights was needed to protect freedom of speech, religion, and the press

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Anti-Federalists

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Wanted a weak national government that would not threaten states’ rights

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Anti-Federalists

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What is the Bill of Rights?

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The first 10 amendments added to the Constitution.

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Which amendment gives people the right to have a jury trial when suing in court for more than $75,000 dollars?

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The 7th amendment

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We are allowed to speak our opinion about the government and peacefully protest without getting in trouble because of the...

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1st amendment

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Which amendment tells you that you have the right to a speedy trial by jury and an attorney provided for you if you cannot afford one?

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6th amendment

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Which amendment protects you from having an excessively large fine on a speeding ticket?

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8th amendment