Constitution and Bill of Rights

Why is the Constitution important?

• It is outdated and irrelevant

• It has no importance

• It only benefits the government

• The constitution is the supreme law of the land. It establishes the framework for federal government and protects individual rights.

Which of the following is NOT a branch of government established by the constitution?

• Legislative

• Amendment

• Executive

• Judicial

What is a CHANGE to the constitution called?

• Article

• Amendment

• Right

• Equality

What are the first ten amendments to the Constitution called?

• Bill of Rights

• Emancipation Proclamation

• Declaration of Independence

• Articles of Confederation

Why was the Bill of Rights added to the Constitution?

• To establish a monarchy

• To limit individual liberties

• To increase the power of the government

• To protect individual liberties and limit the power of the government

What is the significance of the Fourth Amendment?

• It allows the government to conduct searches without a warrant

• It protects against unreasonable searches and seizures by the government.

• It is not relevant in modern society

• It only applies to certain individuals and not everyone

Which amendment protects the freedom of speech?

• First Amendment

• Second Amendment

• Fourth Amendment

• Tenth Amendment

Which amendment gives everyone the right to an attorney (lawyer) and fair trial if they are accused of a crime?

• Sixth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Third Amendment

• Second Amendment

What is a Constitution?

• The supreme (highest) law of the land.

• A right or freedom.

• An amendment or change to the law.

• The basic laws of a nation, state, or social group.