Understanding the Bill of Rights Flashcards

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First Amendment

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Freedom of speech, religion, press, assembly, petition

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Second Amendment

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Right to bear arms

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Third Amendment

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No quartering of soldiers

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Fourth Amendment

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Protection against unreasonable searches and seizures

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Fifth Amendment

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Right to due process, no double jeopardy, self-incrimination

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Sixth Amendment

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Right to a speedy and public trial, impartial jury

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Seventh Amendment

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Right to trial by jury in civil cases

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Eighth Amendment

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No excessive bail, fines, or cruel and unusual punishment

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Ninth Amendment

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Rights retained by the people

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Tenth Amendment

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Powers not delegated to the U.S. are reserved to the states or people