Understanding the Bill of Rights

What is the Bill of Rights?

• A document written by George Washington

• The first ten amendments to the U.S. Constitution

• A set of laws passed by the British Parliament

• The original draft of the U.S. Constitution

Who wrote the Bill of Rights?

• Thomas Jefferson

• James Madison

• Alexander Hamilton

• John Adams

Which amendment protects the freedom of speech?

• Fourth Amendment

• Third Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

What does the Second Amendment address?

• Protection from unreasonable searches

• Right to bear arms

• Right to a fair trial

• Freedom of religion

Which amendment prohibits the quartering of soldiers in private homes?

• Fourth Amendment

• Third Amendment

• Second Amendment

• First Amendment

What is required for a warrant to be issued according to the Fourth Amendment?

• A police officer's request

• Probable cause

• A citizen's complaint

• A judge's signature

Which amendment protects against double jeopardy?

• Sixth Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

What right is guaranteed by the Sixth Amendment?

• Right to a speedy and public trial

• Right to privacy

• Right to bear arms

• Right to free speech

Which amendment preserves the right to trial by jury in civil cases?

• Sixth Amendment

• Eighth Amendment

• Seventh Amendment

• Fifth Amendment

What does the Eighth Amendment prohibit?

• Unreasonable searches

• Cruel and unusual punishments

• Quartering of soldiers

• Double jeopardy