Constitution Check For Understanding

Front

Which amendment states that "powers not given to the federal government belong to the states"?

Back

10th

Front

Which amendment gives Americans the right to own a weapon?

Back

2nd

Front

Which amendment gives American citizens the right to a speedy trial with a jury and a lawyer if needed?

Back

6th

Front

Which of the following rights and freedoms is specifically guaranteed by the first 1st amendment?

Back

Freedom of press

Front

According to the Fourth Amendment, when can the police search and seize a person's property?

Back

A judge issues a warrant.

Front

What is not allowed according to the Eighth Amendment?

Back

cruel punishments

Front

How many amendments are included in the Bill of Rights?

Back

10

Front

The government ordered that troops be placed in the homes of people living close to military bases. Midge lived next to an army base, and two soldiers moved into her house, even though she did not want them there. Which amendment was violated?

Back

3rd

Front

Lin is a Buddhist. He just moved to a new town in Iowa that has banned all religions. The sheriff has threatened to arrest him if he didn’t take an oath against his religion. Which amendment has the sheriff violated?

Back

1st

Front

Bob wrote a letter to the editor complaining about the way the government is treating convicts in federal prisons. Because of his letter, Bob was arrested and placed in jail. Which amendment was violated?

Back

1st

Answer explanation

Bob has freedom of speech, according to the 1st Amendment.