Bill of Rights

Bill of Rights

Poll

What do you already know about the Bill of Rights?

• I am an expert. I know it all!

• I know a few things, but could learn more.

• I only know what you have told me.

• Bill of Rights? Never heard of it.

1st Amendment

Freedom of:

speech

religion

assembly

petition

press

Poll

Does "freedom of speech" apply to students?

• Yes

• No

Poll

Can we literally say anything we want to say?

• YES

• NO

Limitations of freedom of speech:

• slander: spoken lies that are harmful to a person's reputation

• libel: Written lies that are harmful to a person's reputation

2nd Amendment

The right to bear arms

Poll

There is a lot of debate about the 2nd amendment. Choose the option that best fits your feelings about the 2nd amendment.

• The 2nd amendment should remain as it is.

• We don't need the 2nd amendment at all.

• The 2nd amendment should be changed to include more protections.

3rd Amendment

No quartering of soldiers without permission of the homeowner.

4th Amendment

No unlawful search and seizure without a warrant or probable cause.

Multiple Choice

Choose an example of 'probale cause'.

• John is pulled over in his car after swerving into another lane.

• Sara was walking down the street and looked suspicious.

• Karen was throwing a fit at the local Publix for not accepting her coupon. Management had to call the police.

5th Amendment

You have the right to remain silent. No double jeopardy.

6th Amendment

You have the right to a fair and speedy trial.

7th Amendment

You have the right to trial by jury (in excess of $20)

Open Ended

In your own words, explain why "trial by jury" is necessary.

8th Amendment

No cruel or unusual punishment nor excessive bail.

9th Amendment

Rights not specifically listed in the Constitution are reatined by the people. WE HAVE MORE RIGHTS THAN THIS!

Open Ended

What rights do you have that are not listed in the Constitution?

10th Amendment

Powers not reserved for the federal government are reserved for the state governments.

Open Ended

What amendment do you think is most important and WHY?