We the People Quiz

What are constitutional rights and responsibilities?

• Constitutional rights are only for the wealthy and powerful.

• Privileges and obligations given to citizens by the government.

• Rights and duties granted to individuals and institutions by a country's constitution.

• Constitutional responsibilities are optional and can be ignored.

How many amendments are there in the Bill of Rights?

• 10

• 5

• 12

• 3

What is the purpose of the Preamble of the Constitution?

• To establish the structure of the judicial system

• To provide a summary of the Bill of Rights

• To introduce the Constitution and its objectives.

• To outline the powers of the President

What is tort law?

• Branch of civil law dealing with wrongful acts

• Dealing with property disputes

• Related to immigration law

• Type of criminal law

What is civil law?

• A legal system based on written laws or codes.

• A method of resolving disputes through physical combat

• A type of construction material used in buildings

• A form of government based on military rule

Which amendment in the Bill of Rights protects freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Second Amendment

What is the main purpose of the Fifth Amendment in the Bill of Rights?

• To promote freedom of speech and religion

• To establish the right to bear arms

• To ensure the right to a speedy trial by jury

• To protect individuals from self-incrimination and double jeopardy, and ensure due process of law.

What is the significance of the Ninth Amendment in the Bill of Rights?

• It establishes the right to a fair and speedy trial.

• It limits the power of the federal government to those specifically listed in the Constitution.

• It grants the right to bear arms.

• It protects rights not specifically enumerated in the Constitution.

What is the purpose of the Tenth Amendment in the Bill of Rights?

• To grant all powers to the federal government

• To limit the powers of the states

• To establish a monarchy in the United States

• To reserve powers not delegated to the federal government to the states or the people.

What is the main difference between tort law and civil law?

• Tort law only deals with intentional harm

• Tort law deals with civil wrongs that cause harm to an individual or property, while civil law encompasses a broader range of legal issues.

• Civil law only applies to business disputes

• Tort law is only applicable to criminal cases