Constitution

Who wrote the twelve amendments to the Constitution that were presented to the states for approval?

• George Washington

• Alexander Hamilton

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

How many of the amendments presented were approved and became known as the Bill of Rights?

• Eight

• Ten

• Twelve

• Nine

What does the First Amendment protect?

• Protection against quartering soldiers

• Rights of the accused

• Freedom of speech, press, religion, assembly, and petition

• The right to bear arms

What is the main idea of the Second Amendment?

• The right to privacy

• Protection against excessive fines

• The right to a speedy trial

• The right to bear arms

What is required for a search or seizure according to the Fourth Amendment?

• A warrant and a good reason

• A police badge

• A court order

• Permission from the homeowner

What does the Fifth Amendment ensure for an accused person?

• The right to a public trial

• Protection against quartering soldiers

• The right to bear arms

• Due process and protection against self-incrimination

What does the Sixth Amendment guarantee?

• The right to privacy

• Protection against excessive fines

• Freedom of religion

• The right to a speedy and public trial

What type of cases does the Seventh Amendment address?

• State cases

• Federal cases

• Civil cases

• Criminal cases

What does the Eighth Amendment limit?

• Quartering of soldiers

• The right to bear arms

• Fines and punishments

• Freedom of speech

Which two amendments are the most

important? Why?